BVB Star Emre Can Frustrated on TV After Penalty Controversy Leads to Cup Exit
Emre Can expressed visible frustration following Borussia Dortmund’s exit from the DFB-Pokal. The defeat came after a narrow 0-1 loss to Bayer Leverkusen on December 3, 2025. In a post-match interview with Sky, Can focused on a controversial penalty decision that he believed overshadowed the match.
Match Overview
The crucial moment arose in the 19th minute when BVB player Carney Chukwuemeka went down in the penalty area. While Leverkusen’s Jarell Quansah had contact with Chukwuemeka, video footage did not clearly show any foul. Can asserted that the incident warranted a penalty, saying, “Der packt ihn ganz klar. Ich würde schon sagen, das ist ein Elfmeter.”
Post-Match Reactions
During the interview, reporter Sebastian Hellmann questioned Can regarding the legality of such physical contact in professional football. Can insisted on his perspective, stating, “Das ist ganz klar Elfmeter. Er hält ihn ganz lang.”
Hellmann countered that the decision could be viewed as a 50-50 call, suggesting that if the referee did not award a penalty, it was justifiable. However, Can disagreed vehemently, claiming that in his view, the odds were more like 70-30 in favor of the foul being called.
Key Moments
- Date: December 3, 2025
- Match: Borussia Dortmund vs. Bayer Leverkusen
- Result: BVB lost 0-1
- Key Goal: Ibrahim Maza scored for Leverkusen in the 34th minute
BVB’s Missed Opportunities
Despite the contentious penalty situation, Borussia Dortmund missed several chances to score throughout the match. Defender Waldemar Anton acknowledged this shortcoming, stating, “Wir haben genügend Chancen, das Tor zu machen. Das ist uns leider nicht gelungen.” Anton emphasized the need for the team to improve ahead of their next game.
As the DFB-Pokal exit continues to weigh on the team, fans are left pondering the implications of the penalties and missed goals. The controversy surrounding this match will likely linger as discussions about VAR and referee decisions remain prominent in football. Emegypt will continue to follow the developments surrounding Borussia Dortmund in what proves to be a challenging season.
