TSG Hoffenheim beats VfL Bochum 2-1, Kramarić scores brace to end winless streak.

# TSG Hoffenheim Secures Victory Against VfL Bochum as Kramarić Ends Winless Streak

TSG Hoffenheim ended their winless streak with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over VfL Bochum in a thrilling encounter on Saturday. The match, played at the Mercedes-Benz Arena, saw Hoffenheim’s clinical finisher Andrej Kramarić net a brace, while Bochum fought back valiantly but ultimately fell short.

The game started with high intensity, and Hoffenheim took the lead in the 15th minute when Kramarić converted a well-timed through ball from Nico Schlotterbeck, who delivered a pinpoint cross into the box. Bochum responded well, and their pressure paid off in the 42nd minute when Silvio Polter, who had been a thorn in Hoffenheim’s side all season, leveled the score with a powerful header from a corner kick.

The second half saw Hoffenheim regain control. In the 55th minute, Kramarić once again proved his worth, finishing a composed counter-attack with a neat finish. Despite Bochum’s relentless pressure, Hoffenheim’s defense held firm. The turning point came in the 80th minute when Kramarić completed his brace, slotting home a low shot from close range after a clever interchange on the edge of the box.

Hoffenheim’s 2-1 victory not only ended their six-game winless streak but also injected confidence into their campaign, with Kramarić’s performance earning him man of the match honors. “We’ve been working hard in training, and this win is a reward for our effort,” said Hoffenheim head coach Huub Stevens. “Kramarić was outstanding, and we needed this boost in confidence as we aim for higher goals.”

For VfL Bochum, the loss was a bitter pill to swallow, especially after their valiant effort. Polter’s goal had kept them in the game, but Hoffenheim’s clinical finishing and defensive organization proved too much for Bochum to handle.

With this result, Hoffenheim will look to build momentum as they prepare for their next fixture, while Bochum will need to regroup and find a way to overcome this setback. Kramarić’s brace and Hoffenheim’s resilience were the key factors in this thrilling encounter, ensuring that the team from Hoffenheim can now look forward with renewed belief.