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St. Pauli stops losing streak with cup win against Gladbach!
FC St. Pauli defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 in the DFB Cup and moved into the quarter-finals. Matchday: December 2nd, 2025.
St. Pauli stops losing streak with cup win against Gladbach!
On December 2nd, 2025, FC St. Pauli took an important step in the DFB Cup. With a 2-1 win against Borussia Mönchengladbach, which took place at Borussia Park, the team finally stopped its series of bankruptcies. After nine defeats in the league, which put a lot of strain on the fans and the team, this cup success was a ray of hope for the Kiezkickers.
The game captivated the spectators from the start. Martijn Kaars scored the first goal for St. Pauli in the 43rd minute, assisted by Joel Chima Fujita. But the equalizer didn't take long to arrive: Haris Tabakovic scored for Mönchengladbach in the 56th minute after the Gladbachers had drawn attention with better ball control and some dangerous attacks. Nevertheless, the Paulians' defense had the courage to fight back.
The decisive hit
The decisive turning point came in the 83rd minute when Louis Oppie scored the winning goal for St. Pauli and was crowned the hero of the evening. The assist again came from Martijn Kaars, who played a key role in both goals. “It feels very good,” said Oppie after the game, highlighting the positive mood within the team.
Coach Alexander Blessin made two changes to the starting lineup ahead of the game. Oladapo Afolayan was left out of the squad despite being fit, a decision that raised questions but actually seemed to deliver the right results.
An exciting finale
In the final phase, St. Pauli showed a disciplined defensive performance. Although Gladbach had several chances, such as a shot from Rocco Reitz in stoppage time, the guests held firm. The game ended with a number of yellow cards, including for Jackson Irvine and James Sands, both in the 90th minute, reflecting the fighting spirit on both sides.
With this victory, FC St. Pauli moves into the quarter-finals of the DFB Cup. The team's next league game is on Saturday against 1. FC Köln, where the Kiezkickers will try to continue their positive development.
This encounter was a welcome change for the team and the fans, and club president Oke Göttlich emphasized loyalty to the coach in the NDR interview. This support could be the key to counteracting the league's poor performances and regaining confidence in the team. NDR reports that this victory is of great importance for the Paulians. Yahoo Sports also adds extra sparkle to the events by accurately capturing the game's details.