SV Fortuna Regensburg and Würzburger FV played out an entertaining 2-2 draw in the German Bundesliga 5 on 17 October 2026. Four goals, two comebacks, and a late equaliser made it one of the more watchable fixtures of the weekend.

Match overview

Würzburger FV started the brighter and took the lead on 14 minutes when Kevin Müller finished off a flowing move down the left. Fortuna Regensburg responded well, equalising on 29 minutes through Patrick Bauer, who turned inside the box and found the far corner.

The visitors regained the advantage on 56 minutes when Fabian Schmitt scored from close range after a well-delivered cross. Fortuna pushed more players forward in the final 20 minutes and were rewarded on 82 minutes when Simon Reith equalised with a low strike. Both sides had chances to win it late on, but the goalkeepers came out on top.

Key moments

• 14' — Kevin Müller gives Würzburger FV the lead with a neat finish.
• 29' — Patrick Bauer equalises for Fortuna Regensburg.
• 56' — Fabian Schmitt restores Würzburg’s advantage.
• 82' — Simon Reith scores a late equaliser for the hosts.
• 90+3' — Fortuna go close from a corner, but the ball is cleared off the line.

Tactical story

Both teams were committed to attacking football, which made for an open contest. Würzburg looked dangerous when they played direct balls into the channels, while Fortuna’s best moments came from quick combinations in central areas. The midfield battle was even, with neither side able to dominate possession for long spells.

Fortuna’s decision to push their full-backs higher in the second half created more space for crossing opportunities, but it also left them vulnerable to counters. Würzburg nearly punished them on several occasions, yet Fortuna’s persistence paid off with Reith’s late equaliser.

Standout performers

Bauer was at the heart of Fortuna’s attacking play and took his goal well, while Reith’s late finish underlined his importance in the final third. For Würzburger FV, Müller and Schmitt both impressed, and the visitors’ midfield worked tirelessly to keep the game balanced.

What it means

The point keeps both teams competitive in the German Bundesliga 5 standings. Fortuna Regensburg will be pleased with their fighting spirit, while Würzburger FV may feel they should have held on for all three points. In a match with this much end-to-end action, a draw was probably the right outcome.