Bochum host Hertha in 2. Bundesliga season opener

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The 2. Bundesliga opens its 53rd season Friday as VfL Bochum host Hertha BSC, with both traditional clubs seeking an early statement after major squad overhauls. Hertha, coached by Stefan Leitl, play the season opener for the second straight year; last season they lost to Schalke and finished seventh. Bochum have not won an opening match in ten years. Coach Uwe Rösler has positive memories of facing Hertha: his debut in October 2025, a 3–2 win, helped turn around Bochum's poor start.


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