Källman scores in injury time: fans vote him hero!

Källman scores in injury time: fans vote him hero!

On August 24, 2025, football in Hannover was all about a dramatic game in which Benjamin Källman scored the decisive goal for Hannover 96. In stoppage time, exactly in the 90th + 5th minute, the striker scored the winning goal against 1. FC Magdeburg. This goal was not only decisive for the game, but also made Källman the second most popular player in the fans' subsequent voting, in which he received 14.9 percent of the vote. Surprisingly, Noel Aseko was voted Player of the Match while Ime Okon took third place in the voting with his first goal for 96 in the 43rd minute, receiving 14.5 percent of the vote. Voting takes place via the 96 app and the official website, so that all fans can regularly vote for their favorite. The app, which can be downloaded free of charge, is very popular.

Benjamin Källman, who completely slipped into the role of the game hero, was born on June 17, 1998 in Ekenäs, Finland. The 181 cm tall striker has already had an impressive career. He took his first steps in football at Ekenäs IF before moving to Inter Turku. There he hit the net 44 times in 122 games. Källman also became the top scorer in the Veikkausliiga in 2021 with a total of 14 goals.

From Finland to Hanover

His move to Hannover 96 in May 2025, also on a free transfer and with a three-year contract, brings him to a new challenge in Germany. Källman made his debut for Hannover on August 9, 2025 in a game against Fortuna Düsseldorf. In the short time he has played in the Bundesliga so far, he has already gained many fans who appreciate his skills on the pitch. He has played two games for his new club so far, but has not yet scored a goal.

Källman not only brings footballing skills to the team, but has also benefited from his career with the Finnish national team. He is an active player in the senior national team and has already made 31 appearances and scored eight goals. He played his first international match against Jordan in 2018, and his goal debut with the national team followed in 2019 against Liechtenstein.

Källman's recent performances show that he can quickly integrate into the team and is highly motivated to successfully continue his career in the Bundesliga. The support of the fans and his previous successes, including successes in the Ekstraklasa, give him the strength to face the challenges on the pitch with confidence.

The voting, presented by LVM Insurance and agency partner Jan Kämmerer, shows how quickly the players can play their way into the hearts of their fans - a welcome change in the still young season and a sign that Källman is on the right track to consolidate his place in Hannover 96.