1899 Hoffenheim opened their 2024–25 Bundesliga campaign with a 3–2 victory over Holstein Kiel on Saturday, 24 August 2024. The match was the Matchday 1 fixture at the PreZero Arena, kicking off at 13:30 UTC. Both sides entered the season with contrasting ambitions, and the result immediately set the tone for their respective trajectories.

For 1899 Hoffenheim, the win provided a vital three points at home to begin the season. Having finished mid-table the previou...