Leverkusen coach criticizes new DFB rule affecting Christian Kofane
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Bayer Leverkusen coach Carles Martinez expressed frustration during the DFB Cup opener against Wehen Wiesbaden over a new DFB rule. Striker Christian Kofane was delayed coming onto the pitch for a substitution because Patrick Schick took longer than ten seconds to leave. Despite being a man down, Leverkusen managed to score a goal around the 69-minute mark. The incident highlighted the need for clearer communication about the substitution rules.
- •Carles Martinez criticized the DFB rule during the match.
- •Christian Kofane was delayed due to Schick's slow exit.
- •Leverkusen scored one goal while down a player.
- •The DFB Cup match took place against Wehen Wiesbaden.
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"Leverkusen coach Carles Martinez was loudly complaining on the touchline during the DFB Cup opener against Wehen Wiesbaden. The reason?His striker Christian Kofane was “punished” for the first tim...
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