The 2025-2026 DFB Pokal continues with a first-round encounter as fifth-tier side RSV Eintracht hosts 2. Bundesliga club Kaiserslautern. This classic “cup tie” will be played at the Karl-Liebknecht-Stadion in Potsdam, Germany, with both teams looking to advance to the next round.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (ET)VenueDFB PokalAugust 17, 20259:30 AMKarl-Liebknecht-Stadion, Potsdam, Germany
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Team Form and Analysis:
RSV Eintracht, a club from the Oberliga NOFV-Süd (fifth tier of German football), will be facing a monumental challenge against a professional club like Kaiserslautern. While detailed recent form is limited, the team will be highly motivated to prove themselves in this prestigious cup competition. Playing at the neutral venue of Karl-Liebknecht-Stadion will give them an opportunity to compete in a larger arena, but they will need to be tactically disciplined and rely on a strong defensive performance to have any chance of an upset.
Kaiserslautern, on the other hand, is a well-established club with a storied history and will be the overwhelming favorite. They recently had a mixed start to their 2. Bundesliga campaign with a 1-0 win over Schalke 04 and a 1-0 loss to Hannover 96. Their pre-season included a win against Notts Co and a loss to Roma, showing they have the ability to perform against different levels of competition. With a solid squad and a new manager, they are eager to start the new season with a win and make a deep run in the cup.
Head-to-Head:
This will be the first official competitive meeting between RSV Eintracht and Kaiserslautern, adding an element of unpredictability to the match. This lack of historical data means both teams will have to rely on current form and tactical analysis to gain an advantage.
RSV Eintracht vs Kaiserslautern: Recent Form (Last 5 Competitive Matches)
RSV EintrachtKaiserslauternWins22Draws10Losses23Goals Scored67Goals Conceded97
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Player to Watch:
RSV Eintracht: The home team will rely on key attacking players to create opportunities against a tough Kaiserslautern defense.
Kaiserslautern: The focus for Kaiserslautern will be on their key players who have shown good form in their recent matches.
Prediction:
Given their superior league standing, squad quality, and experience, Kaiserslautern is the clear favorite to win this match. While RSV Eintracht will have the motivation of playing in the DFB Pokal, Kaiserslautern’s well-balanced team and key players are expected to be too much for the hosts. It is expected to be a comfortable victory for Kaiserslautern, but a surprise result cannot be completely ruled out.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
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