Eintracht Braunschw. II vs SV Babelsberg 03

The own goal two minutes into the second half was decisive. Braunschweig II had held Babelsberg to a single-goal deficit at the break, but the fortuitous 49th-minute own goal doubled the lead and forced the home side to push forward, creating the space Babelsberg exploited for Werbelow's quick third.

Amadeus Ebel (SV Babelsberg 03) — Scored the early opener in the 8th minute that set the tone and never let the home defence settle. His composure in the box was the difference in a first half that otherwise remained tight.

Samir Werbelow (SV Babelsberg 03) — Made it 3-0 inside 53 minutes with a well-taken finish, effectively ending the contest before the hour mark.

Joshua Okpalaike (SV Babelsberg 03) — Restored the three-goal cushion within four minutes of Braunschweig's consolation, demonstrating clinical finishing.

Marvin Awuah (Eintracht Braunschweig II) — Scored his side's only goal with a well-placed finish in the 65th minute, briefly giving the home fans something to cheer.

The 5-1 scoreline reflects a game of two distinct halves. Babelsberg led only 1-0 at the break but scored four times in the second half, three of them inside a 20-minute spell (49', 53', 69'). The quick double after half-time — an own goal and Werbelow's strike — changed the game's complexion entirely. Braunschweig II's consolation through Awuah (65') was answered within four minutes, highlighting Babelsberg's ability to respond immediately under pressure.

This was the final pre-season test for SV Babelsberg 03 before the Regionalliga Nordost campaign begins. After a mixed summer that included a high-profile friendly against Bundesliga side FC St. Pauli, this emphatic win provides momentum heading into the competitive season. Babelsberg open their league campaign on Sunday, 26 July 2026 away at BSG Chemie Leipzig (14:00 kick-off).

For Eintracht Braunschweig II, who compete in the Oberliga Niedersachsen, the result is a reminder of the step up in quality they will face in league competition. Their season preparations continue ahead of the Oberliga start.

A professional, efficient display from Babelsberg. The early goal settled nerves, the second-half burst killed the game, and the response to Braunschweig's consolation was immediate. With the Regionalliga season a week away, this was exactly the send-off the coaching staff would have wanted.