Hertha Berlin has made a perfect start to the 2. Bundesliga season and leads the table after three matchdays. The Old Lady shares the top spot with 1. FC Nürnberg, who have also won all of their first three games.
This strong early form was highlighted in a report by Sportschau on September 3, 2026, authored by Luca Benincasa. The team under coach Pal Dardai has laid the foundation for a serious push for promotion back to the Bundesliga. The current form can also be tracked on our standings page.
Hertha Berlin sits top of the 2. Bundesliga with nine points and a goal difference of +5. Their closest challenger is 1. FC Nürnberg, who are level on points but have a slightly inferior goal difference. The first three wins against Karlsruher SC, VfL Osnabrück, and MSV Duisburg have given the team significant momentum. These early points are vital for the entire season's planning.
A look at the stats page shows Hertha is among the most potent attacking teams in the league at this early stage. The defence has also conceded only two goals. This balance of effective attacking play and stable defensive work is the foundation of their success. The squad is operating as a cohesive unit, showing improvement from the final games of last season.
Several individuals have impressed in the opening weeks. Experienced midfielder Lucas Tousart brings composure and circulation to the centre of the park. In attack, the Blue-Whites are benefiting from the sharpness of striker Haris Tabaković, who has already contributed two goals. The young talents from the club's own academy, integrated into the squad, are also showing themselves to be eager and motivated.
The full squad list with all performance data is available on our squad page. Coach Dardai has managed to forge a good mix of seasoned professionals and hungry young players. This healthy internal competition within the team drives performance forward. Every player knows he must fight for his place.
The next test comes this weekend with the away fixture at SC Paderborn 07. This is traditionally a difficult game on a tight pitch against a stubborn opponent. All upcoming fixtures for the season are listed in our fixtures schedule. After the international break, further important matches against direct promotion rivals will follow.
The team must now prove it can maintain this high level of performance over a longer period. Intensity in training sessions remains high to ensure the fitness of all players. The focus is entirely on the next task in Paderborn. A win there would extend the positive run and increase the pressure on the chasing pack. The match takes place on Sunday.
