News Article: Underdogs 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 Take on Struggling Fortuna Düsseldorf in DFB-Pokal
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The first round of the DFB-Pokal, the German Cup competition for football clubs, is set to kick off on Monday at 6:00 PM, with 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 hosting Fortuna Düsseldorf at their home stadium, the Sachs-Stadion.
The lower-division side, Schweinfurt, is no stranger to the DFB-Pokal, having some experience in the competition. In fact, they have returned to professional football after a 21-year absence, promoted to the 3rd Liga. Their home stadium, the Sachs-Stadion, has seen its fair share of excitement in the DFB-Pokal, with 15,000 fans filling the stands in 2018, and more than 9,000 tickets already sold for the upcoming match against Fortuna Düsseldorf.
Fortuna Düsseldorf, on the other hand, appears vulnerable due to their recent league performance. They have had a challenging start to the 2025/26 season, suffering two defeats in their first two league matches. Against Arminia Bielefeld, they were defeated 5-1 after taking an early lead but suffering a red card that turned the game around. In their second match, they lost 0-2 to Hannover 96, struggling to maintain pace and conceding another penalty.
Schweinfurt's coach, Victor Kleinhenz, is hopeful for an upset against Fortuna Düsseldorf in the DFB-Pokal. The team, often relying on the underdog factor and home advantage to upset higher-ranked opponents in cup competitions, might capitalize on Fortuna Düsseldorf's poor form and the potential for a giant-killing scenario, as seen in previous DFB-Pokal rounds where lower-tier teams have surprised bigger opponents.
The winner of the match will receive a prize of over 400,000 euros for reaching the second round of the DFB-Pokal. The match between 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 and Fortuna Düsseldorf is scheduled to be broadcast on Sky.
Despite Fortuna Düsseldorf's overall quality and experience in higher divisions, the motivation from a sold-out crowd and the potential for Düsseldorf to struggle under pressure could give Schweinfurt the edge they need. However, the outcome will depend on how well both teams perform on the day and whether Schweinfurt can effectively utilize their home advantage to pressure Fortuna Düsseldorf.
The Commission has been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment, while the first round of the DFB-Pokal, European Football's premier knockout tournament, will see 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 hosting Fortuna Düsseldorf, a team struggling in their 2025/26 league campaign.
