Sabitzer Heroics Down Bremen in Wild DFB-Pokal Clash

Marcel Sabitzer delivered a heroic performance as Borussia Dortmund defeated Werder Bremen in a dramatic DFB-Pokal clash on October 28, 2026. The match took place during a grueling run of fixtures, with Dortmund playing their sixth game in 29 days under manager Niko Kovac, who rotated four players while maintaining his 3-3-2-2 tactical formation. The victory advances Dortmund in the German Cup competition.