Mighty Dogs conjure up a turnaround: Winning 9:8 in the last minute!

Mighty Dogs conjure up a turnaround: Winning 9:8 in the last minute!

A thrilling ice hockey game gave the 1,102 spectators in the Icedome in Schweinfurt a real firework of emotions. On October 27, 2025, the ERV Schweinfurt Mighty Dogs met the guests from VFE Ulm/Neu-Ulm and said goodbye with a spectacular 9:8 victory. The hosts showed a strong performance and were initially 6-2 ahead before the Ulm team caught up as the game progressed and even took the lead for a short time.

The game picked up pace early on as the Mighty Dogs started the game with a quick 2-0. Georg Pinsack made the crowds cheer with his goal in the 17th minute and sent a strong signal for the team. Kevin Heckenberger also contributed an important goal to make it 7:5, while Ulm showed off a strong performance in the second period and equalized the deficit to 6:6. Maximilian Rieger even made it 8:7 for Ulm in the 47th minute before Ilya Zheltakov equalized 41 seconds later.

Strange game ending

The final was a real thriller: In the 58th minute, Tomas Cermak scored the decisive goal to make it 9:8 for the Mighty Dogs. This turn of events in the final minutes illustrates the fighting spirit and determination of Schweinfurt, who did not want to admit defeat. Despite Ulm's massive comeback, the Mighty Dogs held their nerve and secured victory.

Standings and outlook

With this win, the Mighty Dogs are in a good position after five wins in a row. They currently occupy a solid place in the Bayernliga, while Königsbrunn leads the field. The next tasks are crucial, because the next home game against EV Dingolfing is on Friday, November 3rd, and the fans are hoping for another brilliant performance from their team.

The Bayernliga itself has developed greatly over the years and offers today's teams an exciting platform. The league has been played on a single track since the 2003/04 season, and in the current season 14 teams are fighting in a main round for the championship title, which is decided by an interlocking round. This format allows the best teams to qualify for the playoffs and set the stage for the coming season early in the year, such as the Mighty Dogs, who have made remarkable progress in recent years.

The sport of ice hockey is attracting more and more spectators in the region and has established itself as a popular leisure activity. Heated atmosphere in the arenas and enthusiastic fans are the pride of the players and the clubs. It remains to be seen whether the Mighty Dogs can continue their series and which team will be crowned champions at the end of the season.

For all those who want to immerse themselves in the world of ice hockey, it should be said that the Bayernliga not only offers exciting games, but also has a rich history that goes back to the 80s. From the first appearances to today, the processes and format have constantly developed, with one thing always in the foreground: the passion for the game.

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