Hertha BSC plays its second pre‑season test on Wednesday, July 8, against SV Lichtenberg 47 at Hans‑Zoschke Stadium and streams it for free on the official YouTube channel. The match kicks off at 18:30 and serves as a crucial rehearsal before the season opener on August 7 against VfL Bochum.

What will happen in the test match?

After a spectacular 15‑0 victory over Frohnauer SC during the club’s 80‑year anniversary, coach Stefan Leitl (48) aims to keep the momentum. In Lichtenberg he is expected to give many players minutes to assess squad depth. The hosts, second‑place finishers in the NOFV‑Oberliga Nord, are pushing for promotion to the Regionalliga, making it a tough local derby.

Why does the game matter for Hertha?

The fixture is about fitness and integrating youth. According to "kicker", goalkeeper Tjark Ernst, Linus Gechter, Marton Dardai and Julian Eitschberger may leave, while four academy players are set to earn professional contracts. The coach praised the 15‑0 win, saying the side was "very refreshing and active" and that no injuries were recorded.

How can fans watch?

There is no traditional TV broadcast, but Hertha TV streams the match live on YouTube. Tickets are sold exclusively through the SV Lichtenberg 47 online shop; no box‑office will be open. This allows supporters outside Berlin to follow the training easily.

Where does Hertha stand now?

In the 2. Bundesliga Hertha BSC sits seventh with 51 points from 34 games (14 wins, 9 draws, 11 losses) and a recent form of LWLLD. The team has scored 47 goals and conceded 44 (+3 goal difference). They are 19 points behind leaders FC Schalke 04. The last official result was a 6‑1 defeat to Arminia Bielefeld on May 17 2026.

What comes after the test?

Following the Lichtenberg clash, the preparation continues with the mandatory match against VfL Bochum. There the coaching staff will decide if the new academy players can make the step up. For fans, this means the season will start with a clear picture of the squad’s strengths and weaknesses.