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- 1. FC Kaiserslautern play their final home match of the campaign against Arminia Bielefeld
- The hosts aim to halt a run of three consecutive defeats
- A top-five finish remains mathematically possible for Torsten Lieberknecht’s squad
- Bielefeld hold a narrow two-point cushion above the relegation playoff zone
- Starting XIs confirmed for both sides ahead of kick-off
1. FC Kaiserslautern welcome Arminia Bielefeld to the Fritz-Walter-Stadion for their last home outing of the 2. Bundesliga season. The encounter carries significant weight for both clubs as the German second division enters its final weeks.
Manager Torsten Lieberknecht hopes to guide his side back to winning form. The Red Devils have suffered three straight losses, damaging their hopes of securing a top-five position. Victory here would improve their chances of climbing the table before the season concludes.
The visitors arrive under considerable pressure. Bielefeld sit just two points clear of the relegation playoff spot, leaving them with little margin for error in their battle to retain second-tier status.
Both coaches have revealed their starting lineups for this vital fixture.
Kaiserslautern will start with Krahl in goal. The defence features Sirch, Gyamfi, and Rasmussen. Asta, Schramm, Robinson, and Wekesser will operate in midfield. Captain Ritter leads the attack alongside Bassette and Hanslik.
Bielefeld counter with Kersken between the posts. Their back four comprises Hagmann, Bauer, Knoche, and Handwerker. Worl, Russo, and captain Corboz form the midfield trio. Rochelt, Uldrikis, and Momuluh will spearhead the offensive efforts.