Fortuna Düsseldorf began the 31st matchday of the 2. Bundesliga with a 3:1 victory over Dynamo Dresden. Düsseldorf built their lead early when Cedric Itten scored in the 11th minute (1-0). Emmanuel Iyoha doubled the advantage just six minutes later, making it 2-0. After a prolonged period of maintaining the lead, Luca Raimund added the third goal in the 58th minute. Dresden managed only cosmetic goals late in the game, with Jakob Lemmer scoring in the 90th minute to make the final score 3-1. The Düsseldorf players notably impressed through their efficiency and defensive stability, while Dynamo Dresden struggled to create clear goal-scoring opportunities despite periods of controlling the play.
In separate action, Eintracht Braunschweig secured three vital points away from home with a 2-0 victory against 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Faride Alidou opened the scoring for the visiting side in the 14th minute. The decisive goal came in the second half when Erencan Yardimci scored in the 72nd minute. Although Kaiserslautern maintained higher ball possession and frequently attempted to attack via crosses, their efforts were ultimately harmless. Braunschweig, meanwhile, maintained rigorous defense throughout the match and capitalized effectively on their limited chances to win the day.