Greuther Fürth Host Rot‑Weiß Essen in Promotion Decider

SpVgg Greuther Fürth will host Rot‑Weiß Essen in the second leg of their promotion playoff at the Ronhof. The match follows a 0‑1 defeat for Fürth in the first leg.

Fürth compete in the 2. Bundesliga while Essen play in the 3. Liga. The two‑leg tie determines which club will feature in the 2. Bundesliga next season.

The second leg serves as the final hurdle for promotion. Essen traveled to the Ronhof for the decisive match.

A win by two goals would see Fürth overturn the aggregate and secure promotion. A one‑goal victory would level the aggregate and force extra time or penalties.

Rot‑Weiß Essen will look to preserve their 1‑0 lead from the first leg. Essen aim to clinch promotion without needing a comeback.

Both clubs will aim to capitalize on their respective strengths in the decisive fixture. The outcome will decide the composition of the 2. Bundesliga for the upcoming season.