Bundesliga Match Suspended After Goalkeeper Hit

The Bundesliga match between Union Berlin and VfL Bochum was suspended after Bochum's goalkeeper Patrick Drewes was struck on the head by an object, reportedly a cigarette lighter, thrown from the stands. The incident occurred in the second minute of stoppage time with the game tied at 1-1, and Drewes received medical treatment before both teams were led off the field by the referee. After a delay of nearly half an hour, the match resumed, but players from both teams chose to pass the ball around instead of attempting to score, reflecting a mutual agreement to end the game without further conflict. Bochum had already been reduced to nine players due to a red card and had exhausted their substitutions, leaving striker Philipp Hofmann to take over as goalkeeper. Union Berlin is likely to face disciplinary actions, and Bochum may seek a default 3-0 victory. The match ended with Bochum still at the bottom of the league table, having not won in 16 games.