DFB Cupcong rupture: Leverkusen persists with three eliminations left
In the first round of the 2025/26 DFB-Pokal, several intriguing matches took place, with notable performances from various teams.
Bayer Leverkusen, under their new coach Erik ten Hag, showcased a commanding display in their match against SG Sonnenhof Großaspach, winning 4-0. The victory marked ten Hag's successful debut as coach of the Bundesliga side [1][3][4][5].
The goals for Bayer Leverkusen were scored by Patrik Schick, Arthur, Christian Kofane, and Alejandro Grimaldo, who netted a penalty kick at the 87th minute [3][4][5]. However, Bayer Leverkusen's performance was not without its hiccups, as they didn't play particularly well despite having a man advantage after Mert Tasdelen of SG Sonnenhof Großaspach was sent off with a red card in the 66th minute [4].
Meanwhile, 1. FC Magdeburg secured a 1-3 victory over Saarbrücken. The opening goal for Magdeburg was scored by Martijn Kaars at the 43rd minute, and Rayan Ghrieb added two more in the 45th +2 minute and the 59th minute [1]. Despite Saarbrücken's efforts, they were unable to mount a comeback, with Tim Civeja scoring a consolation goal at the 67th minute, leaving the final score at 1:3 [1].
However, there is no confirmed information about the outcome of 1. FC Union Berlin's DFB-Pokal match, as their result is not listed in the available search results [2].
In another significant moment, Robert Skov scored the first goal for 1. FC Union Berlin from a direct free kick at the 19th minute, and Leopold Querfeld and Danilho Doekhi each added a goal at the 35th minute and the 43rd minute respectively [2]. Unfortunately, there is no information about the team they faced or the final score.
In summary, the first round of the 2025/26 DFB-Pokal saw Bayer Leverkusen and 1. FC Magdeburg advance to the next round, while 1. FC Saarbrücken and possibly 1. FC Union Berlin were eliminated. The exact results for 1. FC Union Berlin could not be verified from the provided data.
European leagues witnessed an exciting encounter between Bayer Leverkusen and 1. FC Magdeburg in the DFB-Pokal, with both teams showcasing remarkable football skills. Bayer Leverkusen, coached by Erik ten Hag, secured a 4-0 victory, while 1. FC Magdeburg countered with a 1-3 win.
