Bochum have dramatically secured their top-flight status in the Bundesliga after a nail-biting penalty shootout against Fortuna Düsseldorf. The second leg of the relegation playoff saw Bochum overturn a three-goal deficit from the first leg. Goals from Philipp Hofmann and a penalty converted by Kevin Stöger in the regular time leveled the aggregate score, pushing the match into extra time and eventually penalties.
Source:- india today
In the penalty shootout, both teams demonstrated resilience, but it was Bochum who emerged victorious after Takashi Uchino of Düsseldorf missed the decisive spot-kick. This victory ensures Bochum remains in the Bundesliga for another season, marking a significant achievement for the team following a challenging season .
Source:- BBC news
Bochum’s success in this playoff is particularly notable as it was the first time the relegation/promotion playoff had gone to penalties since the format’s reintroduction in 2009 (Bundesliga). This dramatic win will be remembered as a pivotal moment in Bochum’s recent history.
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