Match Report: DJK Teutonia St.Tonis vs. Fortuna Düsseldorf – Bundesliga 2 Side Shows Class in Friendly

Fortuna Düsseldorf began their pre-season schedule with a comfortable 5-0 victory over lower-league German side DJK Teutonia St.Tonis on July 9, 2026. The friendly, played at the local stadium in St. Tönis, served as an ideal early workout for the 2. Bundesliga club.

Match Overview

Fortuna Düsseldorf controlled proceedings from the opening minutes. Their superior fitness and technical ability were evident as they carved open the DJK defense at will. The first half ended 3-0, and the visitors added two more after the break. DJK Teutonia, playing in the Landesliga (sixth tier), offered spirited resistance but were outclassed.

Key Moments

• 14th minute: Fortuna’s Shinta Appelkamp curls a free kick over the wall to open the scoring.
• 29th minute: Dawid Kownacki doubles the lead with a poacher's finish from six yards.
• 42nd minute: Christoph Klarer heads in a corner to make it 3-0.
• 55th minute: Substitute Jona Niemiec slots home after a one-two on the edge of the box.
• 68th minute: Felix Klaus caps a fine team move with a low drive into the bottom corner.

Tactical Battle

Fortuna Düsseldorf deployed a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Appelkamp operating as a central playmaker behind Kownacki. DJK Teutonia defended deep in a 5-4-1 block but were unable to prevent Fortuna’s quick combinations. The visitors recorded 22 shots to DJK’s 2.

Standout Players

• Shinta Appelkamp (Fortuna): Influential in midfield, scored a stunning free kick and provided two assists.
• Dawid Kownacki (Fortuna): Sharp finishing and movement off the ball.
• Christoph Klarer (Fortuna): Solid at the back and a threat in aerial duels.

Season Context

This result is exactly what Fortuna Düsseldorf would have hoped for in their first pre-season outing. The team is building fitness and chemistry ahead of the 2026–27 2. Bundesliga campaign. For DJK Teutonia, the friendly was a valuable experience against professional opposition, and they will take lessons into their regional league season.