Leverkusen Knocks Dortmund Out of the Cup in Thrilling Match
Leverkusen advanced to the quarter-finals of the DFB-Pokal after a decisive victory over Borussia Dortmund. The match took place on December 2, 2025, marking an important moment in the tournament.
Leverkusen’s Thrilling Win Over Dortmund
In a well-fought encounter, Leverkusen capitalized on Dortmund’s opportunities, securing their place in the next round. The sole goal came from Maza in the 34th minute, who successfully converted after an initial attempt.
Match Highlights
- Leverkusen maintained their title defense from the previous season, 2023/24.
- Dortmund experienced a setback in an otherwise promising season.
- Karim Adeyemi for Dortmund missed two crucial chances to equalize before halftime.
- A second Leverkusen goal by Martin Terrier was disallowed due to VAR intervention.
- Dortmund’s late attempts came up short, with Adeyemi hitting the side netting in injury time.
Dortmund’s coach, Niko Kovac, made several changes to the lineup ahead of the match. Notably, top striker Serhou Guirassy started on the bench. Instead, Christian Kofane of Leverkusen took the field, marking a strategic shift for both teams.
Subsequent Matches
Other notable performances in the DFB-Pokal included FC St. Pauli’s victory against Borussia Mönchengladbach, allowing them to progress to the quarter-finals as well.
As the tournament continues, Leverkusen’s path toward defending their title strengthens, while Dortmund must regroup after this significant defeat.
