David Kinsombi and his Preussen Münster teammates saw their hopes of survival in Germany’s 2. Bundesliga take another hit after being held to a 1-1 draw by Karlsruhe on Matchday 29.
The Congolese midfielder was introduced in the second half of a tense encounter that saw Münster once again struggle to take full control of a match that had high stakes for their season.
Conceding in just the first minute of play, the visitors were immediately forced into a chase, setting the tone for a difficult afternoon.
Although Münster eventually pulled level in the 73rd minute, the result means they are now winless in their last three league outings—a concerning trend as the battle to avoid relegation intensifies with just five matches remaining.
Despite showing spirit and resilience, Münster’s inability to turn possession into points has kept them perilously close to the drop.
They currently sit in 16th place on the league table, which is the relegation play-off position, with only 28 points to show for their efforts this season.
The performance against Karlsruhe underlined the issues that have plagued the team throughout the campaign—slow starts, defensive lapses, and missed opportunities in front of goal.
Falling behind just seconds after kickoff left them with an uphill task from the outset, and although the squad rallied in the second half, it was another case of too little, too late.
Kinsombi, who came on after the break, added much-needed energy and composure to the midfield, helping to stabilise a team that had looked vulnerable early on.
His contribution was part of a broader effort to wrest back momentum from Karlsruhe, who had looked dangerous in transition.
But while Münster finally found the equaliser with just over 15 minutes to play, they couldn’t find a winner in the closing stages, despite pushing forward with urgency.
With the bottom half of the table tightly packed, every point now carries enormous weight. Münster’s margin for error is razor-thin, and the draw, though hard-earned, leaves them with a mountain to climb in the final weeks of the season.
They now face a crucial fixture against Cologne on Sunday, April 20th—a match that could prove decisive in determining whether they remain in the second tier or face the drop. Anything less than a victory could see them lose further ground in what has become a desperate bid for survival.
The pressure is mounting, and Kinsombi and his teammates are fully aware that slipping up at this stage could spell disaster.
With only a handful of games remaining, the team must deliver near-perfect performances to avoid relegation and cling to their place in professional football.
As the season draws to a close, the margins separating safety from relegation are increasingly narrow.
For Preussen Münster, it’s not just about winning matches—it’s about salvaging a campaign that is on the brink.
