
Paderborn 2-1 Wolfsburg (2-1 agg, aet): Curda punishes Maehle red as Bundesliga stalwarts relegated
Having been Bundesliga ever-presents since 1997, Wolfsburg will spend 2026-27 in the 2. Bundesliga, having lost a play-off to Paderborn.
Momentum & Key Stats
Match Events
- 3'⚽0-1Dzenan Pejcinovicassist by Adam Daghim
- 11'🟨Joakim Mæhle
- Filip Bilbija11'🟨
- 12'🟨Pavao Pervan
- 14'🟨🟥Joakim Mæhle
- 24'🟨Vini Souza
- Laurin Curda27'🟨
- Filip Bilbijaassist by Calvin Brackelmann38'⚽1-1
- 64'🟨Mattias Svanberg
- Substitutionsub for Sebastian Klaas70'🔁
- Substitutionsub for Calvin Brackelmann73'🔁
- Substitutionsub for Ruben Müller74'🔁
- 81'🔁Substitutionsub for Mattias Svanberg
- 98'🔁Substitutionsub for Adam Daghim
- Substitutionsub for Mika Baur99'🔁
- Laurin Curdaassist by Sven Michel100'⚽2-1
- 106'🔁Substitutionsub for Saël Kumbedi
- Sven Michel119'🟨
- 120+2'🟨Konstantinos Koulierakis
Lineups
Bench
About the Match
Live Scores & Analysis: Paderborn vs Wolfsburg
An exciting encounter awaits as Paderborn goes head-to-head with Wolfsburg under the auspices of Bundesliga Qualification - final. Hosted at Home Deluxe Arena (Paderborn), this fixture kicks off on Mon, May 25, 2026 at 18:30 UTC. Domestically and internationally, this game promises intense rivalry and spectacular football. Follow every minute, substitution, and goal live on FotLive.
Head-to-Head Record & Form Analysis
Historical data shows that in their last 4 head-to-head encounters, Paderborn secured 1 win(s), while Wolfsburg claimed victory in 1 match(es), and 2 draw(s) were recorded. Both clubs enter this match seeking maximum points to fuel their campaign goals. Reviewing recent form is key for pre-match predictions, and FotLive makes it easy to compare team performance, recent goal tallies, and defensive resilience ahead of kickoff.
Starting Lineups & Tactical Formations
Paderborn is expected to deploy a 3-4-2-1 formation, with key players including Dennis Seimen, Mattes Hansen, Tjark Scheller, Calvin Brackelmann, Laurin Curda, Mika Baur, Santiago Castañeda, Ruben Müller, Filip Bilbija, Sebastian Klaas, Stefano Marino spearheading the attack. On the other side, Wolfsburg will counter with a 3-5-2 lineup, featuring stars such as Kamil Grabara, Jeanuël Belocian, Denis Vavro, Konstantinos Koulierakis, Saël Kumbedi, Mattias Svanberg, Vini Souza, Christian Eriksen, Joakim Mæhle, Adam Daghim, Dzenan Pejcinovic. The tactical battle in midfield will likely dictate the tempo and outcome of this match.
Match Summary & Post-Game Analysis
The match concluded with a final score of 2 - 1, resulting in a Paderborn victory. Key goals were registered by Dzenan Pejcinovic (3'), Filip Bilbija (38'), Laurin Curda (100'). Red card dismissals included Joakim Mæhle (14'). The match delivered high drama and outstanding individual performances. For a deeper tactical analysis, check the statistics tab to see detailed analytics on possession, shots on target, passes completed, and individual player ratings.
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