Slomka delighted with hamburg win

(MENAFN- Kora) Heiko westermann scored an 82nd-minute goal as the bundesliga strugglers prevailed 2-1 at home to leverkusen to climb out of the relegation zone.

Hamburg are now one point clear of nuremberg and the relegation play-off spot after snapping their three-game winless streak.

"it's a great feeling for the lads" slomka said.

"this win isn't just good for the team it's good for the city for the fans. i think everyone deserves it."

Veteran german defender westermann was the unlikely hero for hamburg.

The 30-year-old made a timely run into the penalty area before latching onto a dennis diekmeier cross with a well-executed volley.

It was westermann's second goal of the season and a relief for hamburg who went into the match with just two league wins since the new year.

"it's a relief" said westermann.

"so many emotions in the game. of course it's a great feeling when you score the winning goal."