Tomovski’s 13 saves not enough as Bietigheim knocked out of German Cup
Bundesliga side SG BBM Bietigheim lost at home to second-division Minden 34–32 on 23 September 2026.
Martin Tomovski produced a standout performance but could not prevent SG BBM Bietigheim from exiting the German Cup after a 34–32 home defeat to second-division Minden on 23 September 2026.
The Macedonian international goalkeeper finished the match with 13 saves, the highest tally on his side, yet Bietigheim failed to overturn Minden's advantage and saw the visitors advance to the round of 16.
Turning points and late drama
Minden, who compete one tier below the Bundesliga, kept composure in the decisive moments and converted crucial opportunities that Bietigheim could not match despite several strong stops by Tomovski.
The loss ends Bietigheim's run in this season's cup competition and hands Minden a morale-boosting victory as they progress to the last 16.
For Tomovski, the outing underlined his form between the posts, but the individual heroics were not enough to carry his club through the knockout tie.
Photo: SG BBM Bietigheim (FB)
