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VfL Bochum and Hertha BSC announce lineups for 2. Bundesliga match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:33 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

VfL Bochum and Hertha BSC announce lineups for 2. Bundesliga match

Summary

VfL Bochum hosts Hertha BSC in a 2. Bundesliga match on August 7, 2026. Bochum's Uwe Rösler has named an unchanged side from their recent friendly against Sheffield United, giving 18-year-old Alessandro Crimaldi his first start. New signings Michael Steinwender, Yigit Karademir, Enis Cokaj, Jean-Manuel Mbom, and Berkan Taz are set to make their competitive debuts. Hertha BSC's Stefan Leitl has made three changes following a friendly draw with Köln, including giving a first start to 20-year-old Soufian Gouram. The match is currently ongoing.

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By the Numbers

•Match taking place on August 7, 2026.
•Bochum's lineup features multiple new signings.
•Crimaldi earns his first start for Bochum.
•Hertha's Gouram also makes his first start.
•Match remains ongoing.

Latest Updates

5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Confirmed 2. Bundesliga lineups: VfL Bochum vs. Hertha BSC

What they're saying

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Uwe Rösler names an unchanged side from the most recent friendly with Sheffield United. 18-year-old Alessandro Crimaldi makes his first start for the club whilst new signings Michael Steinwender, Yig...
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