Hannover Scorpions vs Düsseldorf: match preview on 11 September 2026

Hannover Scorpions secure victory over Düsseldorf in friendly

The result concluded a match between two sides with contrasting recent histories; Hannover had recorded four wins from their previous five outings, while Düsseldorf had secured three victories in the same period. Both teams entered the fixture with strong offensive records, Hannover scoring 19 goals and Düsseldorf 21 in their respective last five games.

The Scorpions’ recent form included a 6-0 win away to Tilburg Trappers in February, a 4-0 home victory over EC Hannover, and a 4-3 away win against Fuchse Duisburg. Düsseldorf’s record was similarly active, featuring a 7-1 away triumph against Tilburg Trappers in late August and a 6-2 victory over Amiens. The match served as a competitive test for both squads ahead of the upcoming season.

Sources conflict on the clubs' status. Independent sources suggest the Hannover Scorpions ice hockey team was dissolved in 2010 or 2014 and is not currently an active professional entity. Similarly, the Düsseldorf team has undergone significant restructuring. The match took place at the Heinz von Heiden Arena.

The outcome of this friendly does not impact any league table standings, as the competition is classified as a non-league fixture. Hannover Scorpions concluded their recent cycle with more points (12) than Düsseldorf (9) based on the provided five-match sample. The match represented a continuation of the teams' respective trajectories, with Hannover maintaining a higher win ratio in their immediate past compared to Düsseldorf’s three wins from five attempts.