Mainz 05 advances with 9:0 win
FSV Mainz 05 defeated Krieschow 9:0 in the DFB-Pokal, with Austrian national team player Phillipp Mwene providing two assists for four goals by striker Phillip Tietz. The 25-year-old Tietz scored four goals, with Mwene contributing two key passes. The victory secures Mainz 05's place in the next round.
Gladbach and Freiburg secure wins
Borussia Mönchengladbach defeated TSV Schott Mainz 5:0, while SC Freiburg triumphed 5:1 against Fortuna Düsseldorf. Gladbach's Kevin Stöger provided an assist, and Freiburg's Philipp Lienhart scored two goals. Both teams advanced to the next DFB-Pokal round.
Union Berlin impresses with comeback
Union Berlin came from a 2:0 deficit to beat Eintracht Braunschweig 4:2. The hosts equalized after 25 minutes via a penalty, but the Bundesliga side secured victory with two goals in the second half. The win highlights Berlin's strength in the cup competition.
