Union Berlin wins dramatically in the DFB Cup against Bielefeld!

Union Berlin wins dramatically in the DFB Cup against Bielefeld!

On October 29, 2025, there was a thrilling duel between Union Berlin and Arminia Bielefeld in the DFB Cup. Union Berlin finally won 2-1 after extra time and moved into the round of 16. Leopold Querfeld gave the hosts the lead in the 11th minute, after which Bielefeld's Monju Momuluh equalized in the 27th minute. In extra time, the decisive goal came from Danilho Doekhi in the 106th minute.

The game began with a minute's silence for Union's honorary member Hans-Joachim Lesching, who recently died at the age of 84. Union started strong and was more dangerous in the first half. Bielefeld improved after going behind and had good chances to turn the game around. Noah Sarenren Bazee even hit the post in the second half, but the goals failed to materialize.

Surprises in extra time

The extra time was particularly difficult for Bielefeld as Marvin Mehlem had to be taken out of the game from the 75th minute due to an injury. In this phase, Union Berlin was clearly superior and was ultimately able to bring home the victory.

With this success, Union Berlin will face a strong opponent in the next round. The round of 16 will take place on December 2nd or 3rd. In addition, Union will soon have a Bundesliga game against SC Freiburg, while Arminia Bielefeld has to prepare for the duel against SV Darmstadt.

DFB Cup in focus

The DFB Cup, as the second most important title in German football after the championship, always provides excitement and surprises. It was first held in 1935 and allows lower leagues to compete against the big names in football. The finals traditionally take place in the Berlin Olympic Stadium, which, with over 74,000 spectators, offers a suitable setting for such top-class duels. VfB Stuttgart is currently the reigning men's cup winner and Bayern Munich leads the list of the most successful women's teams that won the title in the 2024/2025 season.

Looking ahead to future matches, it remains to be seen what other surprises the DFB Cup has in store this season. Fans can look forward to plenty of thrills, no matter how the next games turn out!