Hertha BSC Exits DFB-Pokal Following Zeefuik's Red Card and Suspension

Defender Deyovaisio Zeefuik faces a three-match DFB-Pokal ban after a red card for a headbutt in Hertha's 2-1 loss to Cologne in extra time.

Hertha BSC was eliminated from the DFB-Pokal after a 2-1 extra-time loss to 1. FC Köln, playing most of the match with 10 men.
Defender Deyovaisio Zeefuik received a red card in the 25th minute for a headbutt on Timo Hübers and later apologized on Instagram.
The German Football Association's sports court has handed Zeefuik a three-match suspension for DFB-Pokal games, which the club has accepted.
Hertha coach Cristian Fiél expressed disappointment in the incident but praised his team's resilience and unity during the match.
Fiél plans to discuss the incident with Zeefuik, emphasizing the need for the player to learn from his mistake while maintaining his role in the team for upcoming league matches.