SV Babelsberg 03 edged out BFC Preussen 2‑1 in an entertaining pre‑season friendly at the Karl‑Liebknecht‑Stadion. The home side showed character to come from behind and secure a narrow victory, with both teams using the fixture to sharpen match fitness ahead of the new campaign.

Match flow

BFC Preussen started brightly and took an early lead in the 12th minute. A well‑worked move down the left flank ended with a low cross that was turned in from close range, giving the visitors a deserved advantage. Babelsberg responded by stepping up the intensity, pressing higher and winning second balls in midfield.

The equaliser came just before the half‑hour mark. A swift counter‑attack saw Babelsberg’s winger drive into the box and fire a shot that took a deflection off a defender, looping over the goalkeeper and into the net. The score remained 1‑1 at half‑time.

Second‑half decider

The decisive moment arrived in the 63rd minute. Babelsberg won a free kick on the right flank. The delivery was swung into the penalty area, where a towering header from the centre‑back found the back of the net, giving the home side the lead. BFC Preussen pushed forward in search of an equaliser but were met by a well‑organised Babelsberg defence that held firm under pressure.

Standout player

Babelsberg’s number 6 controlled the midfield battle, breaking up play and distributing the ball efficiently. His work rate was key to Babelsberg’s second‑half dominance.

Pre‑season progress

Both teams will be satisfied with the workout. SV Babelsberg 03 will take heart from their resilience and set‑piece threat, while BFC Preussen showed promising attacking play early on. The friendly serves as a building block for the season ahead in German regional football.