Underdog Düsseldorf EC scores a convincing 4-1 victory over top-ranked ERC Ingolstadt.
In a thrilling game at the PSD Bank Dome, Düsseldorf EG emerged victorious against ERC Ingolstadt on Saturday, September 23, 2025. The final score read 4-1 in favour of the home team.
The game started on a disappointing note for Düsseldorf, with Morgan Ellis scoring for Ingolstadt just three minutes and eighteen seconds into the match. Ingolstadt dominated the early stages, creating numerous chances, but Düsseldorf's goalkeeper, Henrik Haukeland, played a crucial role in keeping the team in the game.
Düsseldorf's fortunes turned at 22 minutes, when Tyler Angle had a chance to take the lead, but the equaliser came unexpectedly 67 seconds before the first intermission, courtesy of Angle himself, assisted by Alec McCrea. This goal brought a sense of parity to the game.
The second period saw Düsseldorf taking the lead for the first time, with Tyler Gaudet scoring after a perfect pass from Kyle Cumiskey at 29 minutes and 24 seconds. However, the team failed to capitalise on their advantage, managing only three shots on goal in the first 18 minutes of the second half.
New signing Laurin Braun made his debut in the forward line for Düsseldorf in this game, but the team was without Ryan McKiernan due to a short notice absence. Defenders Torsten Ankert, Rick Schofield, and Oliver Mebus were also out due to injury.
Drake Rymsha narrowly missed the guest goalie Devin Williams' net shortly before Angle's chance, but he made amends in the final period, scoring a goal that was confirmed after a video review, increasing Düsseldorf's lead to 3-1.
Düsseldorf had the upper hand for the remainder of the game but did not score any further goals before the second intermission. The team sealed the win with an empty net goal scored by Drake Rymsha at 56 minutes and 40 seconds.
Looking ahead, Düsseldorf will face SB Rosenheim at the PSD Bank Dome next week, on September 23, 2025. Meanwhile, the Berlin Polar Bears will visit Düsseldorf on Sunday, January 12, with faceoff at 2:00 PM. The Straubing Tigers will visit the PSD Bank Dome next week on Friday, January 10, with game time at 7:30 PM.
Coach Steven Reinprecht's job is still on the line, and this win is a promising first step towards securing his position. Jacob Pivonka was the extra import player on the bench for Düsseldorf, ready to make an impact when needed. The team will look to build on this victory and continue their positive momentum in the upcoming games.
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