VfB Stuttgart triumphed over SSV Jahn Regensburg with a 3:0 victory, showcasing their depth in the tournament and advancing to the quarter-finals. Meanwhile, Arminia Bielefeld achieved a stunning upset against SC Freiburg, winning 3:1 and securing their place in the quarter-finals for the first time in eight years. Bielefeld’s impressive performance included a pivotal penalty miss by Freiburg and a standout goal from Louis Oppie, thrilling their supporters in a packed stadium.
VfB Stuttgart Dominates Jahn Regensburg
In a thrilling round of 16 clash, VfB Stuttgart showcased their prowess by defeating SSV Jahn Regensburg with a convincing score of 3:0. The match highlighted Stuttgart’s depth as they fielded a strong second string, allowing them to dream of securing their fourth DFB-Pokal title in club history.
The Swabians took charge early in the game, with Enzo Millot opening the scoring in the 10th minute, followed by Anrie Chase doubling the lead just nine minutes later. Nick Woltemade effectively sealed the victory with a third goal in the 61st minute, ensuring that Stuttgart continued their impressive run in the tournament, marking their third consecutive appearance in the quarter-finals.
The atmosphere at the sold-out Jahnstadion was electric, with 15,210 fans hoping for an upset against the Bundesliga side after Jahn Regensburg’s first-round victory over Bochum. However, despite their valiant efforts, Regensburg struggled to gain traction, ultimately succumbing to Stuttgart’s superior performance, which included seamless integration of substitutes alongside key players.
Arminia Bielefeld Pulls Off a Stunning Upset
In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Arminia Bielefeld, competing in the third division, stunned SC Freiburg with a 3:1 victory, propelling them into the quarter-finals of the DFB-Pokal for the first time in eight years. Bielefeld, the sole representative from outside the top two leagues remaining in the tournament, demonstrated their knack for defeating higher-ranked teams.
The match began with an early scare for Bielefeld when Florent Muslija failed to convert a penalty for Freiburg. This miss proved pivotal as Christopher Lannert found the net with a spectacular long-range shot in the 28th minute, followed by a penalty conversion from top scorer Julian Kania in the 36th minute, giving Bielefeld a solid 2:0 lead at halftime.
Despite Michael Gregoritsch’s goal for Freiburg in the second half, Bielefeld maintained their composure and capped off their victory with a stunning strike from Louis Oppie in the 81st minute. The atmosphere in the stadium was electric, with 26,311 fans cheering on their team, which has only suffered one home defeat this season. Arminia Bielefeld’s journey through the DFB-Pokal continues to inspire, as they aim for further success in this prestigious tournament.