**TSG Hoffenheim vs Hertha BSC 2-0: Kramarić, Baumgartner Score**
The Bundesliga match between TSG Hoffenheim and Hertha BSC ended in a comfortable 2-0 victory for the hosts on Sunday, with goals from Robert Kramarić and Lukas Baumgartner securing the win.
In the first half, both teams showed equal promise but failed to break through the defensive line. The visitors managed a couple of decent chances, with Thomas Müller having a close miss and Julian Brandt's header coming off the crossbar. However, Hoffenheim maintained their composure and kept the ball at their feet, creating numerous opportunities.
Hoffenheim took control in the second half, with Kramarić scoring his first league goal of the season in the 66th minute. He capitalized on a loose pass from the Hertha defense, dribbled past two defenders before firing a shot into the top corner.
Baumgartner added another goal in the 74th minute, taking advantage of a defensive lapse. He received the ball in the penalty area and calmly slid it past the goalkeeper to give Hoffenheim a commanding lead.
Hertha BSC had a few more chances, including a late effort from David Alaba that was blocked. But overall, they were unable to find a way past the determined Hoffenheim defense.
The win for Hoffenheim was significant as they moved up to seventh place in the table, while Hertha BSC fell back to eighth. The result also means Hoffenheim will face Bayern Munich in the next round of the Champions League Group Stage, which could prove challenging given Bayern's strong record this season.
With the win, Hoffenheim head coach Joachim Löw praised his team's performance, particularly noting the contributions of Kramarić and Baumgartner. "We played well and scored our goals when we needed them," he said.
As the teams prepare for the final stretch of the season, Hoffenheim remains a formidable opponent for any team looking to maintain their position in the top four. With the added pressure of playing against Bayern Munich, the team will need to be even more focused and disciplined if they want to secure a better finish.