Ingolstadt 04 Women 2-1 Bayern Munich II Women: Hosts Claim Hard-Fought Win in German Women’s Bundesliga II

Ingolstadt 04 Women edged out Bayern Munich II Women 2-1 at the ESV-Stadion on 17 May 2026, in an entertaining German Women’s Bundesliga II clash. The victory strengthens Ingolstadt’s push for a top-half finish, while Bayern II’s young side showed promise but ultimately fell short.

Match Overview

The game began at a high tempo, with Ingolstadt taking the lead in the 14th minute through a well-taken strike from the edge of the box. Bayern II responded well and equalised just before half-time with a clever header from a corner. The second half was a tight contest, with Ingolstadt regaining the lead in the 63rd minute courtesy of a deflected shot that wrong-footed the goalkeeper.

Key Moments

• 14’ (1-0) – Ingolstadt’s forward controls a pass and fires low into the far corner.
• 41’ (1-1) – Bayern II’s defender climbs highest to head in from a corner.
• 63’ (2-1) – A speculative shot takes a big deflection and loops over the keeper.
• 78’ – Ingolstadt’s goalkeeper makes a fine save to preserve the lead.

Tactical Story

Ingolstadt set up in a disciplined 4-3-3, looking to exploit the flanks against a Bayern II side that played with a high defensive line. Bayern Munich II’s younger squad showed good technical ability but lacked the final product in dangerous areas. Ingolstadt’s physicality in midfield proved decisive, allowing them to win second balls and control the tempo after taking the lead.

Standout Players

• Ingolstadt 04 forward – Opened the scoring and was a constant threat with her movement.
• Ingolstadt goalkeeper – Made vital saves, especially in the closing stages.

Season Impact

Ingolstadt 04 Women climb to a comfortable mid-table position in the Women’s Bundesliga II, while Bayern II remain in the lower half of the table, still developing their young talents. The result gives Ingolstadt confidence ahead of a run of winnable fixtures.