FCM celebrates in the cup – a tough game for coach Sander!
1. FC Magdeburg moves into the DFB Cup round of 16, while coach Petrik Sander is waiting for his future in Bochum.

FCM celebrates in the cup – a tough game for coach Sander!
On October 29, 2025, 1. FC Magdeburg celebrated a clear victory in the DFB Cup. In an exciting game against regional league team Illertissen, the team won 3-0, with coach Petrik Sander visibly satisfied with his team's performance. Breunig, who particularly stood out that evening, made it 1-0 with a diving header in the 11th minute. But the subsequent events also caused excitement on the pitch.
The player took the controversial penalty in the 31st minute, but was denied by goalkeeper Zok. However, Mathisen was there and converted the follow-up shot to make it 2-0. Breunig himself was also close to the second goal, but only hit the post and saw another goal disallowed for offside. In the 84th minute, Pesch finally made it 3-0 and closed the bag. Magdeburg remains undefeated under the leadership of coach Sander, which increases the coach's chances of staying on board until the winter break.
Uncertainty about the future of coach Sander
While the fans celebrate the success, the future of coach Petrik Sander remains tense. A decision about his further employment will be made after the league game against Bochum. Sander emphasizes that there is a clear agreement with the club: he will remain as coach until the Bochum game. The players also support the idea that Sander and his interim colleague Pascal Ibold should continue to hold the reins. But how will the situation develop? This remains exciting to watch.
His success could also largely depend on the upcoming encounter in Bochum, where the team will have to shine both combatively and strategically in order to retain the upper hand. As the team prepares for the next challenges, the question of the coaching future is in the back of those responsible's minds.
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The coming days not only hold thrilling football for the fans of 1. FC Magdeburg, but also some uncertainty. What happens next with coach Sander and the players remains to be seen.