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VIDEO: Josip Brekalo keeps scoring for Hertha

From Večernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • Josip Brekalo scored as Hertha beat Magdeburg 2-1 in the fourth round of Germany’s second division.
  • Hertha have won all four league matches and lead the way with 12 points.
  • Brekalo has three goals and two assists this season, and 35 appearances and four goals for Croatia.

Josip Brekalo struck again as Hertha Berlin maintained their perfect start to the new season in Germany’s second division, beating Magdeburg 2-1 at home in the fourth round.

The Croatian forward opened the scoring in the 10th minute, placing a precise shot into the far corner. Michel equalized for the visitors in the 31st minute, but Hertha regained the lead early in the second half through Adewumi.

Hertha played the final stages with 10 men after Seguin received a second yellow card in the 62nd minute. Magdeburg were also reduced to 10 players 10 minutes later when Mueller was sent off for a second booking.

After four rounds, Hertha have 12 points from four victories. Brekalo now has three goals and two assists this season. The 28-year-old has also made 35 appearances for Croatia and scored four international goals.

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Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.