Overview

• FC Energie Cottbus lost 1:4 to Borussia Dortmund II, their third consecutive defeat in the 3. Liga promotion campaign.
• Dennis Slamar's misplayed back pass led to an early goal for Borussia Dortmund II, setting the tone for the match.
• Borussia Dortmund II's Kjell Wätjen, Yannik Lührs, and Paul Besong scored, with Tolcay Cigerci netting a penalty for Cottbus.
• Coach Claus-Dieter Wollitz's tactical reshuffle after the previous loss failed to address the team's defensive vulnerabilities.
• Despite the setback, Cottbus remains within reach of promotion spots and faces Viktoria Köln next in a pivotal match.