ThSV Eisenach’s road struggles deepened on September 28, 2026, as a late-game collapse triggered a 28–19 defeat against HC Erlangen. The result leaves the visitors winless away from home this Bundesliga season, marking their fourth loss in league matches and sliding them down to 15th place in the standings.
Early Stagnation and Halftime Deficits
The match began with a static offensive approach from the visitors. Unable to find a rhythm, Eisenach allowed HC Erlangen to seize control early, falling behind 7–3 by the midpoint of the first half.
There was a brief surge. Eisenach increased the tempo, clawing back to level the score at 9–9 by the 23rd minute. But the momentum was short-lived. A second scoring drought immediately before the whistle left them trailing 14–11 at the break.
The 38th-Minute Peak
Renewed energy defined the start of the second half. ThSV erased the deficit entirely, pulling even at 16–16 in the 38th minute. From there, the contest slowed. The game devolved into a series of physical duels and frequent interruptions that disrupted the flow for both sides.
Solak’s Disqualification and the 8–0 Run
The final seven minutes were catastrophic. Defensive stability vanished, and the team suffered a critical blow when Dominik Solak was disqualified after receiving his third foul.
Without the Czech defender, the floodgates opened. Erlangen capitalized on the gap, executing a ruthless 8–0 run to close the match. David Móré led the ThSV scoring with four goals, but it was not enough to stop the 28–19 rout.
Schneibel’s 660-Day Return
Amidst the loss, the match marked a significant personal milestone. Back-court player Jannis Schneibel stepped onto the court for the first time in nearly two years.
Reporting notes that Schneibel’s return followed a 660-day recovery period caused by a second anterior cruciate ligament tear. While the comeback carried emotional weight, Schneibel could not provide the stability needed to halt Erlangen’s late-game momentum.
A High-Stakes Reunion with Misha Kaufmann
Eisenach must now pivot quickly to their next fixture this Thursday at 19:00.
They host TVB Stuttgart—a team currently managed by Misha Kaufmann, the former coach of ThSV Eisenach.
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