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4mo ago

Heidenheim Draws with St. Gallen, Faces Playoffs in Conference League

The Bundesliga side ends its group stage campaign with a 1-1 draw, missing a direct path to the Round of 16 but breaking a seven-game losing streak.

Overview

  • Heidenheim secured a 1-1 draw against FC St. Gallen in their final group stage match in the Conference League but failed to qualify directly for the Round of 16.
  • Norman Theuerkauf scored in the first half, but a late equalizer from Jozo Stanic dashed Heidenheim's hopes of bypassing the playoff round.
  • The result ended Heidenheim's seven-match losing streak across competitions, offering a morale boost before their critical Bundesliga relegation battle against VfL Bochum on Sunday.
  • The team will now compete in the Conference League playoffs in February, with their opponent to be determined in Friday's draw between KAA Gent and FC Copenhagen.
  • Amid a challenging season, Heidenheim's struggles include nine losses in their last ten matches, highlighting the toll of competing in both domestic and European competitions.