Hertha Berlin secured a memorable 1-0 win over Preußen Münster in the 2. Bundesliga, with the decisive goal coming in stoppage time after a bizarre VAR incident. The match was marked by chaos when a pitch invader disrupted the video review process.
A masked fan entered a restricted area and unplugged the VAR monitor just as the referee prepared to review a potential penalty. Unable to check the footage on-site, the official relied on the VAR team in Cologne, who confirmed a foul by Niko Koulis on Michael Cuisance. Martin Winkler then converted the penalty in the 90+3rd minute to seal the victory.
Reports from Bild suggest the fan’s act was part of a protest against VAR, with supporters displaying a banner reading 'Pull the plug on VAR.' The disruption forced officials to make the call remotely, raising concerns about stadium security. The DFB is expected to investigate the breach.
The 1-0 result lifted Hertha Berlin to sixth place in the 2. Bundesliga table, ten points behind leaders Schalke 04. The victory keeps their promotion hopes alive, while Preußen Münster may face disciplinary action for the security lapse.
