League: Bundesliga Sport: Soccer Country: Germany Category: Scores & Results

Holstein Kiel eliminates Hoffenheim in DFB-Pokal after shootout

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 28, 2026, 10:43 PM

Last updated Oct 28, 2026

Holstein Kiel eliminates Hoffenheim in DFB-Pokal after shootout

Summary

Holstein Kiel secured a place in the DFB-Pokal quarter-finals after defeating Hoffenheim in a penalty shootout. The match, held on October 28, 2026, was the only second-round tie not decided in regulation time. Hoffenheim initially led with a goal from Adam Hložek, but Kiel equalized through Adrian Kapralik. Both teams had opportunities to score but could not finish, leading to penalties. Kiel goalkeeper Lio Rothenhagen made a crucial save to deny Mats Rats, allowing Kiel to advance in the tournament.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•Kiel knocked out Hoffenheim in DFB-Pokal penalty shootout.
•Hložek opened scoring for Hoffenheim with a volley.
•Kiel equalized quickly with a goal from Kapralik.
•Extra time saw missed opportunities for both teams.
•Rothenhagen's save sealed Kiel's dramatic victory.

Latest Updates

10:43 PMYahoo Sports — DFB-Pokal: Kiel stun Hoffenheim with penalty shootout victory

What they're saying

"
Holstein Kiel knocked out Hoffenheim from the DFB-Pokal in the only second round tie that wasn't decided after 90 minutes. Tim Walter's side became the sixth 2. Bundesliga representative to survive th...
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Bundesliga Soccer