FC St. Pauli will start with goalkeeper Ben Voll in the first DFB-Pokal round. Coach Marcel Rapp decides against rotation in goal and had his team practice penalties.
What does the decision mean for FC St. Pauli?
The decision to start Ben Voll in goal shows that coach Marcel Rapp is opting for continuity. The 47-year-old apparently wants to build on the experience of his first-choice goalkeeper.
How is the preparation for the cup game going?
FC St. Pauli is intensively preparing for the cup game against Rot-Weiss Essen. The team is practicing penalties and working on tactics.
What does coach Marcel Rapp say about the decision?
Coach Marcel Rapp said: „Ben will be in goal“. He is opting against rotation in goal and is relying on the experience of his first-choice goalkeeper.
How is the competition doing?
Rot-Weiss Essen started the new season with a 2-5 loss to 1. FC Saarbrücken and a 1-0 win over TSV Havelse. FC St. Pauli finished the 2025 season in 18th place in the Bundesliga with 26 points and a record of 6 wins, 8 draws, and 20 losses. They lost their last 4 games.
