Bayer Leverkusen and FC Bayern München Edge Through in Tense DFB-Pokal Frauen First Round

The opening round of the 2026 DFB-Pokal Frauen saw both Bayer Leverkusen and FC Bayern München advance, each overcoming tough challenges to secure progression.

Bayer Leverkusen faced a determined Viktoria Berlin side on September 27, 2026. Despite the Werkself’s status and expectations, the match proved difficult as Leverkusen struggled to dominate play. Ultimately, Leverkusen needed extra time to break through before securing a 2-0 win, highlighting their resilience in the competition’s initial round.

Meanwhile, reigning Double winners FC Bayern München also had a nervous night. Their women's team narrowly defeated Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 on the same day, a tight scoreline reflecting the hard-fought nature of their encounter. Bayern’s triumph confirms their continued strength and determination to advance further in the cup.

Both matches demonstrated the competitiveness of this year’s tournament start, with favorites requiring significant effort to move on. Leverkusen's victory after extra time and Bayern’s slim margin win underscore the challenges at this stage of the DFB-Pokal Frauen, where underdogs push established teams.

The results mean Bayer Leverkusen and FC Bayern München will compete in the Achtelfinale with momentum, although the early signs suggest more demanding matches lay ahead in this prestigious German women’s football cup competition.