SV Meppen Women 1 – 1 FCR 2001 Duisburg Women
International Club Friendly
Date: 24 July 2026 | Venue: Hänsch-Arena, Meppen

Friendly Match Summary

In a closely fought international club friendly, SV Meppen Women and FCR 2001 Duisburg Women played out a 1-1 draw at the Hänsch-Arena. Both sides used the match to build fitness and test tactical adjustments ahead of the upcoming league season.

First Half: Duisburg Strike First

The visitors started brightly and took the lead in the 18th minute. A sharp passing move down the right flank ended with winger Lena Overhoff crossing to the far post, where Sarah Freutel volleyed home first-time. Duisburg’s high press caused problems for the Meppen defence, who struggled to play out from the back in the opening half-hour.

Meppen grew into the game after the goal and began to create chances. Striker Maren van der Meulen had a header saved, and midfielder Lina Schröder forced a good stop from the Duisburg goalkeeper Isabell Knipp.

Second Half: Meppen Equalise

Meppen came out with renewed energy after the interval. They equalised in the 61st minute when a free kick from the left was floated into the box. The ball was not cleared properly, and Anna-Lena Stolze prodded home from close range after a scramble.

Duisburg pushed for a winner and hit the crossbar through Freutel in the 73rd minute, but Meppen’s goalkeeper Jana Schmidt made several key saves to keep the scores level. The final ten minutes saw end-to-end action, but neither side could find a decisive goal.

Notable Performances

• Sarah Freutel (Duisburg) – Scored a goal and was a constant threat in the final third.
• Anna-Lena Stolze (Meppen) – The equaliser and tireless running throughout.
• Jana Schmidt (Meppen) – Made five saves, including three from close range.

Friendly Context

Both teams used numerous substitutes to give playing time to squad members. The draw provides a solid fitness base as pre-season intensifies. For Meppen, it was a useful test against a traditionally strong Frauen-Bundesliga side, while Duisburg will be pleased with their attacking fluency despite not winning.