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DFB Pokal (German Cup)

The German Cup is the second-most important club title in German football after the Bundesliga championship.

After the qualifying rounds, 64 teams participate in the knock-out competition each year, including all 36 clubs from the first and second tier of the Bundesliga, the top four teams of the third league and regional teams. DW's sports team follows every round of the competition proper, and all their latest content can be found below.

Deutschland Fußball Kreisoberliga | Spvgg Hüttengesäß vs. 1. FC Erlensee II | Rote Karte

Attacks on referees on the rise in German amateur soccer leagues 09.07.2019

The German Football Association has said thousands of referees were verbally and physically attacked during the 2018/2019 season. Players also suffered violence and discrimination the association said.
2019 UEFA U-21 Championship Deutschland vs Österreich

Luca Waldschmidt, Marco Richter proving pleasant surprises for Germany's U21s 24.06.2019

A German squad light on big names entered this year's U21 Euros with few predicting a title defense. But with a semifinal booked and both coach and strikers impressing, the long-term outlook seems a little brighter.
Christoph Kramer Fußball WM Finale Argentinien Deutschland

Germany's Bundesliga to impose mandatory brain scans for footballers 23.06.2019

Medical experts have demanded annual brain screenings for all footballers playing for first and second division clubs in Germany. They also recommend checking youth players, according to Bild newspaper.
Fußball Nachwuchs DFB

The long road to being a pro footballer 15.06.2019

Germany's youth teams have been having trouble qualifying for major international tournaments in recent years. So what is at the root of the problem and what is being done to try to correct the issue?
DFB Pokal - Hertha BSC v FC Bayern Muenchen - Trophäe

German Cup: Bayern Munich to face Cottbus, Dortmund get Grosskreutz reunion 15.06.2019

Just weeks after the end of the 2018-19 season, the draw for the first round of the 2019-20 German Cup was made. Many of the fixtures saw former Bundesliga sides matched up with current Bundesliga teams.
Fussball - FIFA Frauen-WM - Deutschland - Spanien

FIFA Women's World Cup: Lena Oberdorf – The 17-year-old student learning fast 14.06.2019

Her coach says she's "fantastic," and Lena Oberdorf has made her mark at the World Cup while taking time out from school. With Germany through to round of 16, she could enhance her reputation against South Africa.
Fußball: Länderspiel 2019 - EM Quali - Deutschland vs. Estland

Euro 2020 qualifying: Germany smash eight past Estonia 11.06.2019

Germany maintained their perfect record in European Championship qualifying, but didn't take top spot because Northern Ireland also retained their perfect record. Ilkay Gündogan and Marco Reus impressed.
DFB Frauennationalmannschaft Deutschland - Chile Dzsenifer Marozsan

Women's World Cup: Dzsenifer Marozsan says health scare taught her to enjoy every moment 07.06.2019

One of Germany’s most recognizable faces at the Women’s World Cup will be Dzsenifer Marozsan. The forward spoke to DW about overcoming a health scare that threatened her career, and shouldering more responsibility.
DFB Pokal Finale - RB Leipzig vs Bayern München

Bayern Munich show character to win hard-fought double 25.05.2019

After a season of constant speculation over Niko Kovac's job, and fierce criticism of a squad thought to be too old and stagnant, Bayern Munich completed the double by beating RB Leipzig 3-0 in the German Cup final.

DFB Cup - Final - RB Leipzig v Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich win German Cup, secure domestic double 25.05.2019

Bayern Munich have beaten RB Leipzig 3-0 in the German Cup on the back of goals from Robert Lewandowski and Kingsley Coman. Bayern thus secure the league and cup double, despite their shaky start to the season.

Fußball Bundesliga | 28. Spieltag | Bayer 04 Leverkusen - RB Leipzig

RB Leipzig: New kids on the block target first trophy 24.05.2019

RB Leipzig head into the German Cup final against Bayern Munich aiming to win their first piece of silverware. Victory would send a message to German football that RB are ready to challenge the Bayern hegemony.

Bildergalerie Olympiastadion Berlin

Berlin's Olympic Stadium 24.05.2019

It is one of the world's best-known stadiums and will be the venue for the DFB cup final on May 25. We take a look at the arena’s eventful history with a lineup of eleven pictures.
BG WM Kader der Frauen-Nationalmannschaft

Turid Knaak: 'Very few women can live off football' 17.05.2019

Germany's Turid Knaak is preparing to play in her first World Cup at the age of 28. In an exclusive interview with DW, Knaak talks about the team's new coach and the challenge of balancing football with life.
Commerzbank Werbung Frauen Fußballnationalmannschaft

Germany's women: 'We don't have balls, but we know how to use them' 17.05.2019

Ahead of the World Cup in France, Germany's women's national team have hit back against stereotypes with a powerful campaign. The hard-hitting video has received widespread praise for its message of female empowerment.
DFB-Pokal 2018/19 Halbfinale | Werder Bremen vs. FC Bayern München | Daniel Siebert

German Cup: Referee saves Bayern Munich's blushes in Bremen 24.04.2019

A spirited fightback from Werder Bremen in the German Cup against Bayern Munich was quashed late on, as a contentious penalty sealed a 3-2 win for the Bavarians and sent them stumbling into the final.
DFB-Pokal 2018/19 Halbfinale | Werder Bremen vs. FC Bayern München | Elfmeter Lewandowski

German Cup: Bayern beat Bremen with contentious penalty 24.04.2019

Bayern Munich have beaten Werder Bremen in a spectacular cup semifinal, with more than a little help from a late refereeing decision. The 3-2 victory sets up a final against RB Leipzig next month.
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