On February 22, 2025, FC Schweinfurt 05 claimed a significant 2-1 victory over Bayern Munich II at the Grünwalder Stadion, solidifying their position at the top of the Regionalliga Bayern.
The match began with great anticipation as the two top teams clashed, both vying for promotion to the 3rd Liga. Schweinfurt’s coach, Victor Kleinhenz, emphasized the importance of this match, stating, “We love challenges and want to measure ourselves against the best. We can lay the foundation on Saturday to keep troubling the Bayern amateurs as long as possible.”
From the whistle, the game was intense. Schweinfurt's Michael Dellinger made his presence felt early, scoring the first goal just 15 minutes in. The home side struggled to keep up as Schweinfurt capitalized on their opportunities, with Dellinger finding the net from close range.
Bayern Munich II, managed by Holger Seitz, continued to press for the equalizer but faced several setbacks. Their best efforts were thwarted by Schweinfurt’s goalkeeper Lukas Schneller, who was nothing short of exceptional, making numerous key saves throughout the first half. Schneller, on loan from Bayern, became the bane of the Munich attack, denying attempts from Tarek Buchmann and others.
Only four minutes before halftime, Schweinfurt struck again. Joshua Endres took advantage of Bayern's goalkeeper Benjamin Ballis' inability to hold onto the ball, doubling Schweinfurt's lead right before the break. The score stood at 2-0 as the teams headed to their respective locker rooms.
After halftime, Bayern Munich II attempted to regroup. It took until the 77th minute for them to gain any traction, as Ercan Demircan converted a penalty kick after Endres was penalized for handball. Despite this score, Bayern was unable to mount enough of a comeback, with Schoenfeld's late header going wide, sealing their fate.
Schweinfurt’s defense remained resolute, showcasing their strength and determination. The match concluded with Schweinfurt celebrating their hard-fought victory, as they now extended their lead to seven points at the top of the table. With this loss, Bayern Munich II faced a significant setback in their promotion race.
Following the game, reports highlighted the psychological boost the win delivered to Schweinfurt, propelling them closer to their 3rd Liga ambitions. “The leading team from Unterfranken wins at the second-placed Munich and expands their lead at the top of the Regionalliga Bayern,” stated BR24 Sport.
Now with significant momentum, Schweinfurt looks forward to solidifying their position, knowing their recent performance has put them on the brink of ascending to the next level of German football.