quickest response by Okpala propels Ulm's Waldhof upwards

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2025 September 11 . 3:28 PM

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In the events in Ulm, Waldhof ascends speediest with Okpala's rapid response

quickest response by Okpala propels Ulm's Waldhof upwards

In a thrilling encounter at the stadium, SV Waldhof Mannheim emerged victorious against SSV Ulm with a final score of 2:1 (2:1). The match, attended by 11,500 spectators, was marked by a tense second half as both teams fought hard for the equalizer.

The game started with a bang as referee Eric Weisbach pointed to the penalty spot just a minute into the match. Felix Lohkemper confidently converted the penalty, giving Mannheim an early lead. The goal was a result of a foul committed by Christian Ortag on Kennedy Okpala.

SSV Ulm responded quickly, with Elias Löder equalizing for them in the 17th minute due to a misunderstanding between goalkeeper Thijmen Nijhuis and Arianit Ferati. However, Mannheim regained their lead in the 32nd minute when Okpala scored after a strong corner routine, sealing the victory for the home team.

Despite good chances, Ulm failed to score after the restart, and Mannheim offered little relief in the second half. The visitors dominated the game but couldn't find an equalizer, with Mannheim's defense holding firm.

Mannheim, who are settling in the upper third of the table, had a touch of luck in the closing stages, managing to hold onto their lead and secure their second consecutive win. The victory was a testament to the team's resilience and the impact of their new coach, Luc Holtz, who took over the team immediately before such matches.

As the final whistle blew, the crowd erupted in cheers, celebrating another successful outing for SV Waldhof Mannheim in the 3. Liga. The team will look to carry this momentum into their next match as they continue their quest for success in the league.