Hertha BSC and FC St. Pauli Draw 0-0 in Test Match During International Break

The Berlin match featured tactical experimentation, player comebacks, and fan protests over inconvenient scheduling.

The test match ended in a scoreless draw, with both teams using the opportunity to trial new lineups and tactics.
Hertha BSC's Florian Niederlechner had a 12th-minute goal disallowed for offside, while St. Pauli's Connor Metcalfe missed a close header in the 37th minute.
St. Pauli welcomed the return of Connor Metcalfe and Robert Wagner from long-term injuries, marking a positive step for the team.
Hertha BSC's coach Stefan Leitl managed without five players on international duty and rested Fabian Reese, prioritizing squad rotation.
Approximately 2,000 spectators attended the Berlin match, with fan protests highlighting dissatisfaction with the scheduling during working hours.