Das Löwebrüllen!

The international break did the mighty lions the world of good, as the secured their first victory since the opening game, beating Bavarian rivals Greuther Fürth 3-1, in front of 26,000 at the Allianz. After a goalless first half, TSV drew first blood in the 51st minute, before the deadliest Lion of all, King Benny Lauth, rifled in his third of the campaign. Of course, just as all the teams I follow seem to do, 1860 decided to make it an arse clenching finale, giving the opposition a sniff of a draw, letting Fürth score in the last minute of the game, but Ludwig calmed the nerves by replying almost immediately to put the result beyond doubt. The win sees Der Lowen climb to the giddy heights of seventh place, although it is not time to get too excited, as they are only four points ahead of third from bottom. Next up is the lowly placed Aachen, the town formerly favored by Charlemagne, the first emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. They are currently lying fourth from bottom, so will more than likely turn us over.