Overview
- Diego Demme started for the first time since opening day after weeks out with dizziness-related issues.
- Paul Seguin made his long-awaited Hertha debut as a late substitute following his summer move from Schalke.
- Goalkeeper Marius Gersbeck completed a professional comeback after shoulder surgery following U23 tune-ups.
- Luca Schuler scored the opener and Sebastian Grönning added a late header to secure the 2-0 result.
- Hertha said Jeremy Dudziak will build minutes with the U23s to push for the senior squad, while Jay Brooks was not included despite returning to training.