VfB Auerbach outscored Budissa Bautzen in an entertaining 4‑2 victory at the Vogtlandstadion on the final matchday of the German Bundesliga 5 (NOFV‑Oberliga Nord). The home side’s attacking firepower overcame a resilient Budissa side.

Match Overview

Auerbach started brightly and took a 2‑0 lead within the first half hour. Budissa pulled one back before halftime, but Auerbach restored their two‑goal advantage shortly after the restart. Budissa again reduced the deficit, but a late fourth goal sealed the points for the hosts.

Key Moments

• 12’ – Auerbach lead: A free‑kick from captain Tom Rotherham bent over the wall and into the net.
• 28’ – Second goal: Forward Lukas Müller tapped in after a goalmouth scramble.
• 38’ – Budissa reply: A counter‑attack finished by strike partner Jonas Kretschmer.
• 55’ – Third goal: Müller scored his second, heading in from a corner.
• 68’ – Budissa fight back: Kretschmer converted a penalty after a handball.
• 82’ – Fourth goal: Substitute Paul Winter scored a solo effort, dribbling past two defenders.

Tactical Story

VfB Auerbach played a high‑tempo 4‑3‑3, targeting the flanks. Budissa Bautzen employed a more direct 4‑4‑2, looking to hit on the break. While Budissa’s game plan created chances, Auerbach’s superior finishing and set‑piece efficiency proved decisive.

Standout Players

• Lukas Müller (VfB Auerbach): Two goals, a constant aerial threat.
• Jonas Kretschmer (Budissa Bautzen): Scored twice despite being on the losing side.
• Tom Rotherham (VfB Auerbach): Excellent from dead balls and controlled the tempo.

Season Impact

The victory secured a top‑five finish for VfB Auerbach, an impressive campaign overall. Budissa Bautzen ended the season in mid‑table, with this defeat dropping them to ninth.