On Wednesday evening, Felix Göttlicher, a central defender for Kickers Emden, returns to familiar territory as his team faces Hannover 96 II. This match is part of the Regionalliga season and marks a significant moment for Göttlicher, who previously played for the U23 team.
Felix Göttlicher: Key Player for Kickers Emden
Göttlicher has been instrumental in Kickers Emden’s campaign this year. The 24-year-old has participated in 27 matches, starting in 25 of them. His first appearance came during the fourth matchday, where he helped secure a 3-2 victory against Weiche Flensburg.
Following his transfer from Hannover 96 II in August 2025, Göttlicher has grown into a crucial player. His prior time at Hannover was challenging, with only seven appearances in the last third-division season. Despite this, he emphasizes personal growth during that period.
Looking Ahead to the Match
The upcoming match against Hannover 96 II is set for 18:00 local time. Göttlicher reflects on the excitement of revisiting the Eilenriedestadion but acknowledges the focus must remain on securing a victory. Kickers Emden currently stands in 9th place with 44 points, just behind Hannover, who holds 5th place with 50 points.
Aiming for Offensive Success
Recently, Emden has demonstrated impressive offensive capability, scoring 14 goals in their last four matches. This averages 3.5 goals per game, a stark contrast to their previous struggles. Göttlicher stresses the importance of maintaining their attacking enthusiasm and continuing to score.
- Kickers Emden’s recent performance: Four consecutive victories
- Recent scoring average: 3.5 goals per match
Defensive Discipline Needed
To overcome Hannover, Göttlicher insists on the need for disciplined defense, consistent with their recent games. The young defender is aware that Hannover will apply a high pressing strategy to regain possession quickly and will capitalize on any mistakes.
Player to Watch: Tom Hobrecht
The opposing team boasts a standout player, Tom Hobrecht, who has netted 16 goals this season, including 11 in the last eight matches. His performance will require Kickers Emden’s defense to remain alert and organized to thwart any threats he poses.
Göttlicher’s ambition for the closing matches of the season is clear: to enjoy them and aim for as many victories as possible. As he steps back onto the field of his former club, he hopes to enhance his goal-scoring statistics, with his last goal scored on October 11, 2025.
