Bayern defeats Dortmund in women's DFB-Pokal thanks to Pernille Harder
In the quarterfinals of the women's DFB-Pokal, FC Bayern Munich defeated Borussia Dortmund 2:1. A goal by Pernille Harder in stoppage time proved decisive. Dortmund's women thus miss out on the semifinals.
FC Bayern Munich defeated Borussia Dortmund 2:1 in the quarterfinals of the women's DFB-Pokal on Wednesday evening. The match took place at Dortmund's Westfalenstadion and was highly dramatic. Dortmund led 1:0 for much of the game with a goal from Jennifer Becker in the 25th minute, but Bayern turned it around in the second half.
Lea Schüller equalized in the 68th minute, before Pernille Harder scored the winner in the 93rd. The Danish striker for FC Bayern was named player of the match. 'It was a tough fight, but we made it', she said in an interview with ARD broadcaster.
Dortmund coach Alexander Straus regretted the outcome: 'We gave everything, but one moment decided win or loss.' Bayern advances to the semifinals, where VfL Wolfsburg or 1. FFC Turbine Potsdam awaits. Dortmund's cup season ends prematurely, despite strong Bundesliga form.
The women's DFB-Pokal has been held since 1981 and is a prestigious competition. Bayern holds the record with 13 titles. This match highlights the dominance of Bavarian teams in German women's football.