Match Summary
1. FC Kaiserslautern won the DFB-Cup derby against Waldhof Mannheim 1-0 after extra time. The decisive goal was scored by Ibrahim Kanaté in the 120th minute, just moments before a potential penalty shoot-out. The match remained calm after extra time, despite high emotions in the stands.
Security Situation
Throughout the match bengal fireworks were launched over the pitch. After the regular time ended, pack behaviour and a pitch invasion by Mannheim fans occurred. Police had to intervene with horses and 1,400 officers from Baden-Württemberg, Rhineland-Palatinate and Bavaria. In the process, 33 Bundespolizei officers and two Baden-Württemberg police officers were lightly injured. A total of 85 people were medically treated, eight of whom were taken to hospital. Several fans were temporarily detained.
Authorities’ Reactions
The DFB responded immediately after the game with a statement on Instagram: “The German Football Association will evaluate the reports and forward them to the relevant committees.” Referee Robert Schröder said on Sky that there is no place for dangerous behaviour in football and that the special report will be extensive. Baden-Württemberg Interior Minister Manuel Hagel condemned the scenes as “not a normal derby” and stressed that such violent incidents will be prosecuted. He also praised the police operations as “great” and professional.
Result and Outlook
With 23,500 spectators, including 3,500 guest supporters, the Carl-Benz-Stadium in Mannheim was sold out. Despite the disturbances, the match could be resumed after a 20-minute delay of extra time. The DFB will investigate the incidents and take appropriate measures. For Kaiserslautern the victory is an important step in the DFB-Cup, while the security problems will attract the attention of the football world.
