SC Paderborn 07 secured a narrow 2-1 home win over Preußen Münster in the German Bundesliga 2 on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The result at the Home Deluxe Arena was vital for Paderborn's hopes of staying in the upper half of the table, overcoming a stubborn challenge from their lower-ranked opponents. Paderborn dominated possession early and took the lead through a precise finish from inside the box. Münster, however, shocked the home crowd by equalizing against the run of play just before halftime from a well-executed free-kick. The second half saw Paderborn increase the pressure, and they were rewarded with a winner from a scrappy corner-kick situation. Münster fought valiantly for a second equalizer but could not find a way through in the closing stages. The win provided Paderborn with valuable momentum, while Münster's battling performance yielded no points. The Paderborn manager emphasized the importance of patience, and the Münster coach praised his team's spirit despite the defeat.