Bor. Mönchengladbach vs FC St. Pauli: 2025/26 DFB-Pokal Quarterfinal Live Updates
In an exciting DFB-Pokal quarterfinal match, Borussia Mönchengladbach faced FC St. Pauli. The clash highlighted contrasting fortunes for both teams this season.
Match Details
The game kicked off at 17:40 on [insert match date]. Borussia Mönchengladbach, under the management of Eugen Polanski, aimed to build on their recent unbeaten run, having secured five matches without defeat. FC St. Pauli struggled with nine consecutive losses, leaving them at the bottom of the Bundesliga table.
Key Events
- First Half Highlights:
- 1 minute of stoppage time was added in the first half.
- Kaars opened the scoring for St. Pauli after a defensive mix-up by Gladbach.
- Key players included Machino, who responded well despite receiving a knock earlier in the game.
First Half Overview
The match began cautiously, with both teams settling in. Gladbach’s early attempts were met by St. Pauli’s solid defense. Kaars capitalized on a Gladbach error, scoring in the 45+1 minute. This crucial goal gave St. Pauli the lead before half-time.
Team Changes and Strategy
Before the match, coach Polanski confirmed that Neuhaus and Castrop were absent due to injuries. He made four changes to the squad compared to their last match against RB Leipzig. Notably, Ullrich, Stöger, Reyna, and Machino entered the starting lineup.
St. Pauli’s coach, Alexander Blessin, also adjusted his lineup due to player unavailability. Hountondji’s injury forced Kaars into the offensive role, while Vasilj started in goal for stability.
Looking Ahead
Both teams highlighted the importance of this match, especially for FC St. Pauli, who needed to improve their performance to escape their current slump. As they prepared for the second half, the players were eager to capitalize on the momentum.
