Holstein Kiel faces Fortuna Düsseldorf on Friday in a crucial match in the relegation battle of the 2. Bundesliga. Both teams have struggled this season and find themselves in the lower half of the table. Holstein Kiel is currently in the relegation playoff spot, tied on points with 15th-placed Dynamo Dresden. Tim Walter's side urgently needs points to avoid relegation. In the reverse fixture, Kasper Davidsen scored the only goal, but Kiel will have to do without him on Friday due to suspension from accumulated yellow cards. Holstein Kiel's lineup is expected to include Weiner in goal, supported by Rosenboom, Zec, Ivezic, and Nekic in defense. Meffert will play a key role in midfield, while Skrzybski will wear the captain's armband. The match promises to be exciting as both teams fight for every point to keep their survival hopes alive.