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Last-minute penalty shocks Greuther Fürth: Braunschweig wins 3-2!
SpVgg Greuther Fürth loses 2-3 against Eintracht Braunschweig on August 10th, 2025 due to a last-minute penalty from Polter.
Last-minute penalty shocks Greuther Fürth: Braunschweig wins 3-2!
Fürth, August 10, 2025 – A dramatic game in the 2nd Bundesliga had a bitter end for SpVgg Greuther Fürth. In the game against Eintracht Braunschweig, coach Alexander Zorniger's team had to admit defeat 2-3 after Sebastian Polter converted from the spot in the sixth minute of injury time and thus scored the decisive goal. The many fans who came to the stadium to support their team experienced a roller coaster ride of emotions.
The start of the game seemed promising for the Greuthers. Felix Klaus gave Fürth the lead in the 16th minute after Noel Futkeu provided him with a precise assist. This goal, awarded after a VAR review, represented a special moment for Klaus, who was playing his 200th second division game. But the joy was short-lived: Braunschweig equalized in the 32nd minute through Lukas Frenkert, his first shot on goal in the game. Just three minutes later, Erencan Yardımcı turned the game around with his goal and suddenly put Fürth under pressure.
Exciting finish
After the break, the Fürth team increased their attack and pushed for an equalizer. They had several promising chances, including a shot from Brynjar Bjarnason, which was saved by Braunschweig keeper Hoffmann. In the 88th minute, Felix Higl managed to achieve the longed-for equalizer with a header and the Fürth team were already hoping for a point.
A game full of emotions
With 20,274 spectators, the stadium was well filled and the spectators were able to experience an intense theater game. Braunschweig had dominated the pressing in the early stages, but Fürth showed that they were able to fight back with determination. In the end, their problems in the set pieces were decisive in not securing the points. This narrow loss will be remembered by everyone in Fürth for a long time.
How the situation will develop in the coming period remains to be seen. One thing is certain: SpVgg Greuther Fürth will have their hands full to get back to winning ways in the next game. The fans will be hoping for a better result next time and will support their team loudly. Further exciting developments are certain.
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