VfL Bochum lodged a timely objection against the scoring of the Bundesliga game against Union Berlin (1:1). He shared that German Football Association (DFB) with. During the game at the Alte Försterei last Saturday, goalkeeper Patrick Drewes was hit in the head by a lighter from the Union block and was unable to continue playing.
The game was suspended after the incident before being concluded with a non-aggression pact. Since the Bochum team could no longer make substitutions, striker Philipp Hofmann stood in goal.
The DFB sports court must now decide on the objection. In a first step, statements from those involved are requested. After the statements have been submitted and evaluated, the sports court will decide on the further course of the proceedings. “We are of the opinion that the game should have been stopped according to the rules,” said VfL managing director Ilja Kaenzig. “If you interpret the rules,” it can be assumed that the score will be converted into a victory for Bochum.
After the incident, Drewes complained of feeling unwell, nausea and headaches. He was taken to a hospital for further examinations. After tests without any concerns, he returned to Bochum that night.
Regardless of the objection, the DFB control committee has an investigation into the throwing of the lighter Union Berlin initiated. The association will also be contacted here for a statement.