Viktoria 1889 Berlin Women 0-0 Bayer Leverkusen Women ended in a goalless draw in the German Women’s Cup on 27 September 2026, a result that underlined Viktoria’s defensive discipline and Leverkusen’s frustration in front of goal. The tie remained level through normal time and extra time, with Bayer Leverkusen Women ultimately advancing after a tense penalty shootout.

Match Overview

Bayer Leverkusen Women were expected to control the ball and create the better chances, and they largely did. The visitors dominated possession, pushed their full-backs high, and repeatedly worked the ball into wide areas. But Viktoria 1889 Berlin Women produced a committed, organised defensive performance, keeping their shape and denying clear sights of goal. The scoreboard stayed 0-0, and as the game moved into extra time, the cup tie became a test of nerve as much as quality. Leverkusen held their composure in the shootout to progress, but they were pushed far harder than many had anticipated.

Key Moments

• 14th minute: Leverkusen created the first real opening, but a low shot was saved by the Viktoria goalkeeper.
• 33rd minute: Viktoria launched a rare counter-attack, forcing a corner and briefly unsettling the Leverkusen defence.
• 58th minute: Leverkusen struck the crossbar with a powerful effort from the edge of the box.
• 76th minute: A goal-line clearance from a Viktoria defender kept the score level.
• 90th minute: The Viktoria goalkeeper made a crucial save to send the tie into extra time.
• Penalty shootout: Leverkusen converted their decisive spot-kick to advance after a 0-0 draw.

Tactical Story

Leverkusen set up with a high line and plenty of possession, looking to pin Viktoria back. Their midfield rotated constantly, but Viktoria’s compact 5-4-1 block limited space between the lines. The home side defended the penalty area well, blocked crosses, and looked to break through quick transitions. Leverkusen’s challenge was breaking down a deep defence without leaving themselves exposed, and although they controlled territory, they lacked the final pass. In extra time, fatigue created more gaps, but both goalkeepers remained alert.

Standout Players

Viktoria 1889 Berlin Women’s goalkeeper was the clear player of the match, making saves in normal time and extra time and standing tall in the shootout. The central defender and captain also produced a disciplined display, winning headers and organising the back line. For Leverkusen, the midfield controller kept the ball moving, while the centre-back was composed in possession and aggressive in recovery. Their forward line, however, will feel they should have found a breakthrough before penalties.

What It Means

Bayer Leverkusen Women survive a potential cup banana skin, but the performance raises questions about their cutting edge against compact opponents. For Viktoria 1889 Berlin Women, the result is a moral victory and a strong platform for the rest of their season. The German Women’s Cup run ends in the cruellest way, yet the display shows they can compete with higher-ranked opposition. Leverkusen now move into the next round, aware that sharper finishing will be needed.