Jahn Regensburg before home match against Hoffenheim II: Can the winning trend continue?

SSV Jahn Regensburg gave themselves some breathing room with the 5:2 away win at Hansa Rostock on 25.04.2026 – and at the same time showed the offensive potential this team possesses. On matchday 36 of the 3. Liga, this impression is now to be confirmed in their own stadium: On Saturday, 02.05.2026, at 14:00, TSG 1899 Hoffenheim II will come to Regensburg.

The starting position in the table is clearly outlined. Regensburg stands at 46 points after 35 games and occupies 12th place. Hoffenheim II is in 16th place with 40 points – and thus a direct pursuer from the lower midfield. For both teams, it is a game that, in the final phase of the season, means above all: gaining distance, avoiding pressure, stabilizing their own course.

Regensburg between exclamation marks and setbacks

Despite the strong performance in Rostock, Regensburg's form curve remains inconsistent overall. From the last five league games, there are two wins, one draw, and two losses. The range of results fits this series: after the 1:3 at home against Alemannia Aachen (17.04.2026) came a 2:2 at TSV 1860 Munich (12.04.2026); before that there was a 1:0 against Erzgebirge Aue (07.04.2026) and a 1:3 defeat at VfB Stuttgart II (04.04.2026), before the 5:2 in Rostock succeeded.

The season record also underlines this picture of a team that rarely "marches through" in longer phases, but on good days can clearly pull games in their direction: 13 wins, 7 draws, 15 losses – with 52:55 goals. The goal difference of -3 is an indication of the central task in the season's final sprint: Regensburg can decide games, but defensively allows too much too often.

The 5:2 in Rostock as a benchmark – and as a warning signal

The win in Rostock was Regensburg's highest away victory this season. It stands out because it shows two things at once: When Jahn picks up the pace and takes their chances, they can sweep away and overwhelm opponents. At the same time, a 5:2 is also a result that illustrates how open matches involving Regensburg can become.

That Regensburg is capable of clear results this season is also proven by the highest home win: a 4:0 against TSV 1860 Munich. Among the highest-scoring games are also the 5:2 against TSV Havelse and the 3:4 at Erzgebirge Aue. For the duel with Hoffenheim II, this is more than just statistics: It is an indication that Regensburg's games are often decided in phases – and that concentration against the ball remains just as important as efficiency in finishing.

Home match against Hoffenheim II: Points, distance, direction

With Hoffenheim II comes a team that is within reach – and precisely for that reason dangerous. Jahn has a six-point lead, but not a cushion that automatically provides security. A home win would solidify the position in the middle of the table and keep the pursuer at a distance. Another loss of points, on the other hand, would make the situation tighter again and increase the pressure for the last weeks.

The decisive factor will be whether Regensburg can convert the momentum from Rostock into a controlled performance: game control instead of a slugfest, stability in transition moments, and a defensive structure that does not make the vulnerability from this season's conceded goals an issue again. Especially at home, the expectations are clear: Jahn does not just want to react, but shape the game.

Looking at the final sprint

After the home match against Hoffenheim II, the calendar is already set: On 09.05.2026 (16:30) Regensburg will play away at SV Waldhof Mannheim, on 16.05.2026 (13:30) the home match against Energie Cottbus follows. All the more important is Saturday as a benchmark: Was the 5:2 in Rostock the starting point for a stable final phase – or just the next swing of an already restless season curve?

Regensburg goes into this home match with a tailwind, but still without a reliable streak. Against Hoffenheim II, there is the chance to turn an exclamation mark into a direction.