SG Dynamo Dresden Beats SV Darmstadt 98 to Advance in DFB-Pokal
Dresden's Fairytale Run Continues
SG Dynamo Dresden, a third-tier German soccer club, pulled off another upset in the DFB-Pokal, defeating Bundesliga side SV Darmstadt 98 2-1 on Tuesday.
Dynamo, who knocked out Bundesliga club FC Ingolstadt in the first round, took the lead in the 12th minute through Stefan Kutschke. Darmstadt equalized in the 70th minute through Phillip Tietz, but Dynamo substitute Christoph Daferner scored the winning goal just three minutes later.
Dynamo's Cinderella Story
Dynamo's victory is the latest chapter in their remarkable DFB-Pokal run. The club, which currently plays in the 3. Liga, has now knocked out two Bundesliga clubs and is just one win away from reaching the semifinals.
Dynamo's success in the DFB-Pokal is a testament to the club's fighting spirit and determination.
Key Stats
- Dynamo had 51% possession.
- Dynamo had 11 shots on goal, while Darmstadt had 8.
- Dynamo had 6 corners, while Darmstadt had 4.
What's Next?
Dynamo will now face either Borussia Dortmund or Borussia Mönchengladbach in the quarterfinals of the DFB-Pokal. The match will be played on February 7, 2023.
