Scoring Scary: SC Freiburg Beats Hertha BSC with Assist from Grifo, Climbs Rankings High

# Scoring Scary: SC Freiburg Beats Hertha BSC with Assist from Grifo, Climbs Rankings High

In a thrilling encounter at the Schwarzwaldstadion, SC Freiburg delivered a scare for their fans with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Hertha BSC, climbing higher in the Bundesliga standings. The match, which was a rollercoaster of emotions, saw Freiburg take full advantage of their home advantage to secure a crucial three points.

The game kicked off with both sides probing for weaknesses, but it was Freiburg who took the initiative. Midfield maestro Kevin Schuppener played a pinpoint cross-field pass to Lucas Grifo, whose clinical finish put the hosts ahead in the 18th minute. Grifo, who has been in impressive form this season, nearly doubled his tally with a powerful strike from outside the box, but his effort rattled the crossbar.

Hertha BSC, despite their defensive struggles, managed to level the score just before halftime through a well-timed counter-attack. Frederik Löwen’s clinical header from Ivan Perisic’s cross ensured the visitors had something to show for, but Freiburg weren’t about to back down.

The second half saw Freiburg raise their intensity, and their efforts paid off in the 68th minute. Grifo again played a decisive role, this time teeing up Dodi Lukaku, who slotted home with precision. Lukaku, on loan from Atalanta, has been a standout performer for Freiburg this season, and his goal proved to be the game-changer.

Despite Hertha BSC throwing everything forward in search of an equalizer, Freiburg’s defense held firm, led by the commanding presence of Philipp Weber. The final moments were nail-biting as Hertha BSC pushed for a winner, but Freiburg’s rearguard stood tall, ensuring a well-deserved victory.

This win moves Freiburg up to 13th place in the Bundesliga standings, their highest position of the season. With the confidence boost from this result, Freiburg will look to build on this performance as they prepare for tougher encounters against Bayern Munich and Borussia Mönchengladbach in the coming weeks.

For now, though, Freiburg can celebrate a hard-fought victory that not only extended their playoff hopes but also showcased their growing belief andability to compete at the highest level. With Grifo pulling the strings and Lukaku leading the charge, Freiburg are beginning to look like a force to be reckoned with in the Bundesliga.