Match report
Borussia Dortmund II Defeats Energie Cottbus 4–1 in 3. Liga
Borussia Dortmund II
4–1
FT
Energie Cottbus
Apr 13, 2025
Borussia Dortmund II showcased their dominance by defeating Energie Cottbus 4–1 on Saturday, April 13th, in a crucial 3. Liga match. The young squad of Dortmund II was relentless from the start, as K. Watjen opened the scoring early at the 13th minute. Y. Luhrs and P. Besong added two more goals before halftime, making it an unassailable lead for Energie Cottbus to chase. Despite conceding a penalty in the second half, Dortmund II's defense held firm and secured all three points.
Key Facts
- • K. Watjen scored first at 13 minutes.
- • Y. Luhrs added another goal assisted by T. Reitz at 38 minutes.
- • P. Besong netted twice, including one assist from J. Hettwer at 54 minutes.
- • T. Cigerci converted a penalty for Energie Cottbus at 70 minutes.
Lineups
Borussia Dortmund II
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Starting XI
- 35 M. Lotka (G)
- 29 N. Jessen (D)
- 15 B. Hüning (D)
- 34 Y. Lührs (D)
- 42 A. Kabar (D)
- 38 K. Wätjen (M)
- 8 F. Roggow (M)
- 36 T. Reitz (M)
- 14 M. Eberwein (M)
- 18 J. Duranville (F)
- 7 P. Besong (F)
Substitutes
- 43 D. Krevsun
- 20 J. Hettwer
- 5 A. Fóti
- 17 P. Göbel
- 10 R. Elongo-Yombo
- 6 A. Azhil
- 2 B. Moğultay
- 31 S. Ostrzinski
- 27 D. Lelle
Energie Cottbus
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 12 E. Bethke (G)
- 3 H. Rorig (D)
- 19 F. Kusić (D)
- 27 D. Slamar (D)
- 28 N. Bretschneider (D)
- 21 Y. Möker (M)
- 5 D. Pelivan (M)
- 20 A. Borgmann (M)
- 10 T. Ciğerci (F)
- 7 T. Thiele (F)
- 22 L. Copado (F)
Substitutes
- 15 E. Kaizer
- 18 E. Engelhardt
- 23 M. Krauß
- 14 T. Hasse
- 13 E. Tallig
- 36 J. Juckel
- 1 A. Sebald
- 11 P. Halbauer
- 6 J. Hofmann
Timeline
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13' Borussia Dortmund II Goal · Normal GoalK. Watjen
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31' Borussia Dortmund II Card · Yellow CardJ. Duranville
Foul
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38' Borussia Dortmund II Goal · Normal GoalY. Luhrs · Assist: T. Reitz
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42' Borussia Dortmund II Goal · Normal GoalP. Besong
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46' Energie Cottbus subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Slamar · On: E. Kaizer
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46' Energie Cottbus subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Thiele · On: E. Engelhardt
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54' Borussia Dortmund II Goal · Normal GoalP. Besong · Assist: J. Hettwer
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56' Energie Cottbus Card · Yellow CardN. Bretschneider
Foul
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57' Energie Cottbus Card · Yellow CardE. Engelhardt
Foul
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63' Energie Cottbus subst · Substitution 3Off: Y. Möker · On: Maximilian Krauss
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63' Energie Cottbus subst · Substitution 4Off: N. Bretschneider · On: T. Hasse
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64' Borussia Dortmund II subst · Substitution 3Off: K. Watjen · On: A. Foti
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64' Borussia Dortmund II subst · Substitution 4Off: P. Besong · On: Patrick Göbel
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70' Energie Cottbus Goal · PenaltyT. Cigerci
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73' Borussia Dortmund II subst · Substitution 5Off: T. Reitz · On: R. Elongo-Yombo
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77' Energie Cottbus subst · Substitution 5Off: A. Borgmann · On: E. Tallig
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80' Borussia Dortmund II Card · Yellow CardD. Krevsun
Foul
Match Stats
| Stat | Borussia Dortmund II | Energie Cottbus |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 10 | 8 |
| Pass Accuracy | 79% | 85% |
| Offsides | 4 | 1 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 16 | 19 |
| Corners | 3 | 6 |
| Total Passes | 392 | 532 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 8 |
| Shots on Target | 10 | 5 |
| xG | 4.01 | 2.08 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 6 |
| Possession | 40% | 60% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 310 | 453 |
| Shots Inside Box | 11 | 12 |
| Saves | 5 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Early goal by K. Watjen in the 13th minute set the tone and momentum for Borussia Dortmund II.
- ▸ P. Besong's second goal at 54 minutes solidified the lead, despite Energie Cottbus scoring a penalty later.