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Elber reflects on 2000 cup shock against Magdeburg and its lessons

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Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Elber reflects on 2000 cup shock against Magdeburg and its lessons

Summary

Giovane Elber reminisced about FC Bayern's unexpected defeat to 1. FC Magdeburg in November 2000, where Bayern, then cup holders, were eliminated after a penalty shootout. Elber, who participated in the shootout, highlighted the team's overconfidence leading to the loss. Despite the defeat, Bayern rebounded quickly, winning their next match against Borussia Dortmund 6-2. Elber noted that the defeat provided crucial lessons that helped Bayern win the Champions League later that season. Bayern will face Magdeburg again in the DFB Cup, now with home advantage.

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•Elber recalls the 2000 DFB Cup match against 1. FC Magdeburg.
•Bayern was eliminated after a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw.
•Elber experienced losing in a shootout after being brought on as a substitute.
•Bayern rebounded to beat Dortmund 6-2 shortly after the loss.
•Bayern will host Magdeburg in the upcoming DFB Cup match.

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In November 2000, 1. FC Magdeburg pulled off a true cup shock against FC Bayern – much to the regret of Giovane Elber. The ex-FCB striker recalls that night at the Ernst-Grube-Stadion and explains...
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