Nürnberg Ice Tigers defeat Adler Mannheim 5-3 in DEL matchup

The Nürnberg Ice Tigers defeated Adler Mannheim 5-3 in a Deutsche Eishockey Liga (DEL) matchup on September 22, 2026. The game featured high intensity and frequent lead changes between the two founding members of the league.

Nürnberg took an early lead through Austin Magera just 50 seconds into the game. Mannheim responded quickly, with Alexander Ehl scoring the equalizer in the sixth minute. The momentum shifted again in the 13th minute when 17-year-old Max Calce deflected a pass from Evan Barratt to give Mannheim a 2-1 lead.

Despite Mannheim's efforts, including a shot hitting the crossbar by Justin Schütz, Nürnberg regained control to secure their third consecutive victory of the season. The loss leaves Adler Mannheim without a point from their opening games of the new season.