The German Cup witnessed a strong and early showdown in the Round of 16 between Borussia Dortmund and their guest Bayer Leverkusen, held at the Signal Iduna Park stadium.

The match was marked by intense competition and strong rivalry between the two teams, who had faced each other just a few days earlier in the German league. Although Dortmund aimed to assert its dominance on home ground, Leverkusen entered the game determined to avenge their recent league defeat, which was evident in their organized play and defensive solidity imposed by the visiting team from the start.

The turning point of the match was marked by the international Algerian star Ibrahim Maza, who delivered an impressive performance and played throughout the entire game. This moment came in the 34th minute of the first half.

This goal was not just a numerical addition, but the cornerstone on which Bayer Leverkusen built their victory. It proved once again that Maza is a decisive player capable of making a difference in crucial moments, leaving his golden mark on the ticket to the quarterfinals.