In a bid to reclaim their dominance in the German women’s club game, VfL Wolfsburg is aiming to secure an incredible 50th consecutive victory in the DFB Pokal Frauen as they face off against FC Bayern in the final. The most successful team in the domestic women’s club game in Germany, Wolfsburg has claimed a joint-record of seven league titles and a record-setting ten German Cups or the DFB Pokal Frauen, with the last nine being consecutive wins. If they emerge victorious against FC Bayern this week, it will mark their tenth title in a row.
The last defeat suffered by VfL Wolfsburg in the competition was at the hands of 1. FFC Frankfurt in November 2011. Since then, Wolfsburg has managed to secure victory in five rounds in nine consecutive seasons to clinch the trophy each time. Their upcoming match will be against FC Bayern, the German league champions who have remained unbeaten in 24 domestic league and Cup matches. Despite defeating Wolfsburg twice in the Bundesliga this season, FC Bayern has never won the Frauen Bundesliga and DFB Pokal Frauen in the same campaign.
Bayern coach Alexander Straus acknowledged the challenge that lies ahead, stating that it will be a tough and closely contested match against Wolfsburg. While Bayern has only won one German Cup competition in 2012 despite clinching six league titles, they remain determined to secure the DFB Pokal Frauen title this year. However, Wolfsburg’s Alex Popp, who holds the record for the most German Cup wins, is confident in her team’s ability to excel in the crucial moments and retain the title.
The upcoming final in Cologne will mark the 14th consecutive final staged in the city, with last year’s sold-out match between Wolfsburg and SC Freiburg setting the stage for another thrilling encounter this year. Popp and her Wolfsburg teammates are no strangers to celebrating victories in Cologne, with plans to enjoy a few beers together in the stadium’s relaxation pool. Despite a somewhat disappointing season for Wolfsburg, who failed to advance to the lucrative group stage of the Champions League, the team remains determined to come out on top in the DFB Pokal Frauen final.
Reflecting on their current form and the competition from FC Bayern, Popp expressed the importance of consistency and delivering results over several years before considering any shift in power dynamics between the two clubs. While Bayern has been performing exceptionally well in recent years, Wolfsburg remains focused on maintaining their legacy and dominance in the women’s club game in Germany. The upcoming final will not only be a test of skill and determination for both sides but also a reflection of the competitive spirit and rich history of women’s football in the country.
As the two premiere clubs in Germany face off in the DFB Pokal Frauen final, fans can expect a thrilling and fiercely contested match between VfL Wolfsburg and FC Bayern. With a rich history of success in the competition and an impressive record of consecutive wins, Wolfsburg aims to secure their tenth title in a row while Bayern looks to make history by claiming the DFB Pokal Frauen title for the first time in a season. The stage is set for an exciting showdown as the two giants of German women’s club football vie for supremacy on the field.
