Bayern face a tough test in DFB Pokal
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The Werkself have reached the quarter-finals of the DFB Pokal for the third time in a row. Thanks to a goal from Ibrahim Maza and, according to coach Kasper Hjulmand, a strong defensive performance, Bayer 04 once again defeated a Bundesliga rival in the DFB Pokal tie in Dortmund.
Bayern Munich is in the quarterfinals for the first time since the 2022-23 season. It hasn’t got beyond that stage since winning the trophy in 2020.
Bayern Munich have taken control of their DFB Pokal encounter at Union Berlin. The Bavarians took an early lead through Ilyas Ansah's own goal in the 12th minute. Things got even better for the 20-time Pokal winners before half time as Harry Kane headed in a second Bayern goal before Union pulled a goal back.
In an unexpected turn of events during the DFB-Pokal, the match between Hamburger SV and Holstein Kiel has become the sole fixture to enter extra time. While all other matches in the round of 16 concluded within the standard 90 minutes, this game has kept fans on the edge of their seats, as both teams have yet to score.
According to a report from Sport Bild journalists Christian Falk and Tobi Altschäffl (as captured by @iMiaSanMia), Bayern Munich phenom Lennart Karl will see his contract turn into a professional deal when he turns 18.
Hertha BSC is really excited about the DFB-Pokal. This was once again evident on Tuesday evening when they kicked Kaiserslautern out of the competition with a 6:1 victory.
In a thrilling DFB-Pokal match, Holstein Kiel triumphed over the favored Hamburger SV in a nail-biting penalty shootout, securing their place in the quarterfinals. The hero of the day was Phil Harres, who confidently converted the final penalty, sending his team into the next round amidst wild celebrations.