Match report
Preußen Münster Upsets VfL Bochum 2-1 in 2. Bundesliga
VfL Bochum
1–2
FT
Preußen Münster
Aug 30, 2025
Preußen Münster staged a remarkable comeback to defeat VfL Bochum 2–1, showcasing resilience and tactical acumen in the 2. Bundesliga match. Despite going behind after Philipp Hofmann's equalizer for Bochum, J. Mees' two goals ensured Preußen Münster secured their first win of the season.
Key Facts
- • J. Mees scored twice for Preußen Münster (27', 49')
- • Philipp Hofmann equalized for VfL Bochum at 43'
- • VfL Bochum had multiple yellow cards (Leandro Morgalla, C. Lenz, Ibrahim Sissoko)
- • Preußen Münster secured a crucial victory in the early stages of the 2. Bundesliga season
- • Five substitutions were made by VfL Bochum, indicating intense tactical adjustments
Lineups
VfL Bochum
Formation: 4-1-4-1
Starting XI
- 1 T. Horn (G)
- 15 F. Passlack (D)
- 39 L. Morgalla (D)
- 7 K. Vogt (D)
- 32 M. Wittek (D)
- 34 C. Lenz (M)
- 8 K. Watjen (M)
- 21 F. Onyeka (M)
- 19 M. Bero (M)
- 17 G. Holtmann (M)
- 33 P. Hofmann (F)
Substitutes
- 22 N. Thiede
- 5 C. Kleine-Bekel
- 9 I. Sissoko
- 14 M. Clairicia
- 26 R. Rosch
- 36 L. Jashari
- 20 N. Loosli
- 25 D. Hulsenbusch
- 30 O. Keumo
Preußen Münster
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Starting XI
- 1 J. Schenk (G)
- 27 J. ter Horst (D)
- 22 J. Heuer (D)
- 3 P. Jaeckel (D)
- 25 L. Bolay (D)
- 10 M. Schulz (M)
- 21 R. Preissinger (M)
- 20 J. Hendrix (M)
- 8 J. Mees (M)
- 17 O. Batista Meier (F)
- 30 E. Amenyido (F)
Substitutes
- 26 M. Behrens
- 2 M. Kirkeskov
- 15 S. Scherder
- 24 N. Koulis
- 28 M. Meyerhofer
- 5 Y. Bouchama
- 14 C. Makridis
- 13 L. Lokotsch
- 23 M. Batmaz
Timeline
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27' Preußen Münster Goal · Normal GoalJ. Mees · Assist: Marvin Schulz
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31' VfL Bochum Card · Yellow CardLeandro Morgalla
Foul
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43' VfL Bochum Goal · Normal GoalP. Hofmann · Assist: F. Passlack
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45' VfL Bochum Var · Goal confirmedF. Passlack
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47' Preußen Münster Card · Yellow CardJ. ter Horst
Foul
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49' Preußen Münster Goal · Normal GoalJ. Mees · Assist: Jorrit Hendrix
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54' VfL Bochum Card · Yellow CardC. Lenz
Foul
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58' VfL Bochum subst · Substitution 1Off: P. Hofmann · On: Ibrahim Sissoko
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58' VfL Bochum subst · Substitution 2Off: G. Holtmann · On: M. Clairicia
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58' VfL Bochum subst · Substitution 3Off: F. Passlack · On: Noah Loosli
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63' Preußen Münster subst · Substitution 1Off: E. Amenyido · On: L. Lokotsch
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66' Preußen Münster Card · Yellow CardMarvin Schulz
Time wasting
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67' Preußen Münster subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Bolay · On: M. Kirkeskov
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67' Preußen Münster subst · Substitution 3Off: J. ter Horst · On: M. Meyerhofer
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75' Preußen Münster Card · Yellow CardJorrit Hendrix
Foul
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76' VfL Bochum subst · Substitution 4Off: K. Watjen · On: O. Keumo
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79' VfL Bochum subst · Substitution 5Off: Leandro Morgalla · On: R. Rosch
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80' Preußen Münster subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Mees · On: S. Scherder
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83' VfL Bochum Card · Yellow CardIbrahim Sissoko
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | VfL Bochum | Preußen Münster |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 21 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | 84% | 90% |
| Offsides | 2 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 16 | 5 |
| Corners | 6 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 413 | 640 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 8 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 2 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 3 |
| Possession | 40% | 60% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 347 | 578 |
| Shots Inside Box | 13 | 3 |
| Saves | 0 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 2 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ J. Mees' opening goal for Preußen Münster at 27' set the tone for their victory.
- ▸ Preußen Münster's quick response to Philipp Hofmann's equalizer with another goal from J. Mees just two minutes later (49') was a pivotal moment, shifting momentum in favor of the visitors.