BFC Dynamo vs Phönix Lübeck

BFC Dynamo, preparing for the new Regionalliga Nordost campaign, started brightly and took an early lead through Bukusu. The 26-year-old striker, himself a recent arrival at the club after joining from FSV Frankfurt, found the net in the 13th minute to put the hosts ahead.

Phönix Lübeck, under head coach Kevin Wölk, grew into the contest after a difficult opening period and went in just a single goal down at half-time.

The visitors pushed harder after the break and their persistence paid off nine minutes from time. Touray, a 26-year-old winger who made the switch from FSV Schöningen this summer, struck to restore parity and give Phönix a deserved share of the result.

Neither side could find a winner in the closing stages, with the match finishing 1-1.

Phönix Lübeck's half-time adjustments proved decisive. After being pinned back for much of the first period following Bukusu's early strike, Wölk's side emerged sharper and more purposeful after the break. Touray's equaliser was the logical outcome of sustained second-half pressure rather than a smash-and-grab moment.

Ousman Touray (Phönix Lübeck) — The new signing made the telling contribution with a well-taken equaliser on 81 minutes, showing the attacking impetus Phönix will hope to rely on in the coming season.

Herdi Bukusu (BFC Dynamo) — The striker's early goal gave BFC Dynamo the lead and demonstrated his sharpness in front of goal during pre-season. His movement in the box caused problems for the Phönix defence throughout.

Player of the match: Ousman Touray — for the impact of his equaliser in his first notable outing for the club.

The 1-1 scoreline reflects a contest that was more open and competitive than a typical early-July friendly. BFC Dynamo's first-half superiority — capped by Bukusu's 13th-minute goal — gave way to Phönix Lübeck's improved second-half showing and Touray's late strike. The absence of cards on either side underlines the pre-season nature of the fixture, with both teams prioritising fitness and sharpness over aggression.

Both sides continue their pre-season build-up towards the new Regionalliga season. BFC Dynamo will look to tighten up defensively after conceding a late equaliser, while Phönix Lübeck can take encouragement from their second-half response on the road. Phönix had a quick turnaround — they were scheduled to play again the same day at the Eichholzer Sportwoche against Dassendorf, making squad management a factor in Wölk's planning.

A competitive early-season test that delivered more than the usual friendly fare. BFC Dynamo will rue not building on Bukusu's early goal, while Phönix Lübeck will be encouraged by their resilience and Touray's immediate impact. Both teams got what they needed from 90 minutes of useful preparation.