Gameplay
The Red Bulls with a lightning start: Frederik Tiffels played sharply to Varejcka, who deflected to 1:0 (2.). Munich also after the lead superior and also compact in the defense. Only rarely the Haie came to the goal conclusion, at the latest with Danny aus den Birken was the end of the line. On the other hand, Mirko Pantkowski prevented several times a higher residue from Cologne's point of view.
After the change of ends, the Red Bulls continued concentrated. The team of Don Jackson with the better game structure and more speed, in addition ice-cold before the goal: Ortega increased in overtime by direct shot to 2:0 (27.). The Haie were looking for a direct answer, but Munich added to the score again. Eder utilized the dream pass from Zach Redmond to 3:0 (35.).
In the final section, an open game developed with many opportunities on both sides. Initially, Cologne had the chance to score in double overtime, but the Red Bulls' defense withstood the pressure (47th). In the 52nd minute, aus den Birken had to make a save for the first time after David McIntyre's shot. Cologne then threw everything forward and scored the next goal: Maximilian Kammerer ensured an exciting final phase with his 2:3 (56.). The Sharks pressed in overtime and with the extra field player on the equalizer, Munich saved the lead but over time.