Match report
FC Saarbrücken Stuns Fortuna Düsseldorf in 2-2 DFB Pokal Draw
FC Saarbrücken
2–2
PEN
Fortuna Düsseldorf
Mar 3, 2020
In a remarkable display of resilience, FC Saarbrücken managed to hold off Fortuna Düsseldorf in the DFB Pokal, securing a 2-2 draw. The match featured early momentum from the home team with T. Jänicke scoring in the 31st minute. Despite trailing, Fortuna Düsseldorf fought back, equalizing through M. Jørgensen in the 90th minute. Both teams showed tenacity, with multiple yellow cards and substitutions keeping the game competitive until the final whistle.
Key Facts
- • FC Saarbrücken's T. Jänicke scored in the 31st minute
- • Fortuna Düsseldorf's M. Jørgensen equalized in the 90th minute
- • Boné Uaferro was an early substitution for FC Saarbrücken
- • Fortuna Düsseldorf made multiple substitutions including K. Ofori, E. Thommy, and J. Zimmer
- • Several yellow cards were issued to both teams, notably to T. Jänicke of FC Saarbrücken and M. Jørgensen of Fortuna Düsseldorf
Lineups
FC Saarbrücken
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 1 D. Batz (G)
- 4 C. Schorch (D)
- 5 S. Zellner (F)
- 14 Boné Uaferro (D)
- 23 M. Müller
- 16 A. Barylla (D)
- 25 T. Jänicke (M)
- 17 F. Përdedaj (M)
- 8 M. Zeitz (M)
- 11 M. Mendler (M)
- 21 G. Jurcher (F)
Substitutes
- 19 K. Froese
- 24 S. Jacob
- 7 T. Golley
- 37 S. Andrist
- 30 F. Eisele
- 28 N. Miotke
- 9 Vunguidica
- 36 R. Castellucci
- 27 J. Breitenbach
Fortuna Düsseldorf
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 33 F. Kastenmeier (G)
- 13 A. Bodzek (M)
- 19 M. Jørgensen (D)
- 29 M. Suttner (D)
- 5 K. Ayhan (D)
- 6 A. Morales (F)
- 22 K. Stöger (M)
- 39 J. Zimmer (M)
- 15 E. Thommy (M)
- 14 K. Ofori (F)
- 28 R. Hennings (F)
Substitutes
- 11 K. Karaman
- 20 S. Skrzybski
- 25 M. Zimmermann
- 27 N. Ampomah
- 23 N. Gießelmann
- 7 O. Fink
- 1 M. Rensing
- 10 V. Berisha
- 3 A. Hoffmann
Timeline
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18' FC Saarbrücken subst · Substitution 1Off: Boné Uaferro · On: K. Froese -
31' FC Saarbrücken Goal · Normal GoalT. Jänicke · Assist: K. Froese -
45' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardK. Ofori -
46' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Bodzek · On: K. Karaman -
72' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardE. Thommy -
73' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 2Off: E. Thommy · On: S. Skrzybski -
75' FC Saarbrücken Card · Yellow CardT. Jänicke -
78' FC Saarbrücken subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Mendler · On: S. Jacob -
78' Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 3Off: J. Zimmer · On: Matthias Zimmermann -
80' FC Saarbrücken subst · Substitution 3Off: G. Jurcher · On: T. Golley -
90' Fortuna Düsseldorf Goal · Normal GoalM. Jørgensen · Assist: Florian Kastenmeier -
105'+1 Fortuna Düsseldorf subst · Substitution 4Off: K. Ofori · On: N. Ampomah -
105' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardM. Jørgensen -
109' FC Saarbrücken subst · Substitution 4Off: F. Përdedaj · On: Stephan Andrist -
114' FC Saarbrücken Card · Yellow CardT. Golley -
116' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardA. Morales -
118' Fortuna Düsseldorf Card · Yellow CardK. Stoger
Match Stats
| Stat | FC Saarbrücken | Fortuna Düsseldorf |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 13 | 16 |
| Pass Accuracy | 53% | 87% |
| Offsides | 5 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 9 | 36 |
| Corners | 6 | 16 |
| Total Passes | 285 | 822 |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 5 |
| Blocked Shots | 1 | 8 |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 16 |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 12 |
| Possession | 26% | 74% |
| Accurate Passes | 152 | 715 |
| Shots Inside Box | 5 | 22 |
| Saves | 14 | 5 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 14 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ FC Saarbrücken took the lead early through T. Jänicke's goal in the 31st minute, setting the tone for a competitive match.
- ▸ Fortuna Düsseldorf's late goal by M. Jørgensen in the 90th minute brought the match to a 2-2 draw, showcasing their determination to secure a tie.