Pokalspiel

cup match

noun po-KAAL-shpeel Rare

Usage Note

Pokalspiel is a match in a knockout cup competition, such as the DFB-Pokal (German Cup). Unlike league games, cup ties (Pokalspiele) are decided in one match, with extra time and penalties if necessary. Pokalsieger is the cup winner.

Examples

"Das Pokalspiel gegen den Erstligisten endete für den Außenseiter überraschend erfolgreich."

Natural Translation

The cup match against the first-division side ended surprisingly successfully for the underdog.

Literal Translation

The cup-game against the first-league-side ended for the outsider surprisingly successfully.

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