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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 from the third league and fourth-tier regional teams. DW's sports team follows every round of the competition proper, and all their latest content can be found below.

Fußball | DFB-Pokal | FC Schalke 04 vs. Hertha BSC Berlin

Hertha Berlin's Jordan Torunarigha speaks out after alleged racial abuse 06.02.2020

Jordan Torunarigha has described those who allegedly racially abused him at a cup match in mid-week as a "few idiots." The host club, Schalke, has apologized for the incident and a police investigation has been launched.
Fußball DFB Pokal | Schalke 04 vs Hertha BSC

Opinon: Torunarigha case a missed chance to send strong anti-racism signal 05.02.2020

Referee Harm Osmers should have reacted much more strongly to the alleged racist abuse suffered by Hertha Berlin defender Jordan Torunarigha, says Stefan Nestler. His team could also have sent a much bolder message.

Hertha BSC Berlin TORUNARIGHA Jordan

Hertha Berlin's Jordan Torunarigha reportedly racially abused at Schalke 05.02.2020

Schalke say they are investigating an incident from a German Cup game in which Hertha defender Jordan Torunarigha was reportedly racially abused. Hertha's captain has called for a strong reaction from German football.
U-17-Finale | Borussia Dortmund - 1.FC Köln - Youssoufa Moukoko Fußball, Fussball,Saison 2018/2019, U-17-Finale,B-Junioren, Finale Deutsche Meisterschaft, BVB, Borussia Dortmund - 1.FC Köln

Borussia Dortmund starlet Moukoko could debut early under new age proposal 23.01.2020

Dortmund youth prospect Youssoufa Moukoko could be one of the beneficiaries of a proposal to lower the age limit for footballers to play professionally in Germany. Clubs from the top two divisions will vote in March.
Fußball Bundesliga | Hertha BSC vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach | Jürgen Klinsmann

Bundesliga: Jürgen Klinsmann hits coaching license snag at Hertha Berlin 15.01.2020

Jürgen Klinsmann is in hot water with the German football authorities. The Hertha Berlin head coach has failed to produce a valid coaching license and could miss his side's clash with Bayern on Sunday as a result.
Fussball UEFA EM 2020 Qualifikation l Deutschland vs Weißrussland l Tor 1:0

Matthias Ginter: The spare part who became the main man for Germany 10.01.2020

He's been to two World Cups, and won one, without playing a minute. But Matthias Ginter has since emerged as a key man in a remodeled Germany side. His improvement has now been recognized with two major awards.

UEFA Champions League | Borussia Dortmund - Inter Mailand | Mario Götze

Bundesliga: Where next for Mario Götze? 09.01.2020

Mario Götze will likely be available on a free transfer at the end of the season after talks with Dortmund broke down. He's been linked with an array of clubs but at 27, the World Cup winner’s career is at a crossroads.
Frauenfußball-WM Pressekonferenz Martina Voss-Tecklenburg

Martina Voss-Tecklenburg: 'The World Cup came too early for us' 24.12.2019

Martina Voss-Tecklenburg has had time to assess her first major tournament since taking over as coach of Germany's women's national team. She spoke to DW about a disappointing World Cup and her goals for 2020.
UEFA EURO 2020 | Logo

EURO 2020: Why Serbia can't face Kosovo - and UEFA's other 'forbidden' matchups 20.11.2019

UEFA is usually keen to preach that football and politics should remain separate. But even European football's governing body makes exceptions in some cases. There's a fair chance they will have to do so at EURO 2020.
Fußball | Euro 2020 | Group C - Deutschland vs Nordirland | 1:1

EURO 2020 qualifying: Germany hit Northern Ireland for six 19.11.2019

Germany hit Northern Ireland for six in their final game of EURO 2020 qualifying as they wrapped up top spot in Group C with a convincing victory at the Commerzbank Arena. Recap the action in DW's live blog!
Deutschland - Pressekonferenz Joachim Löw vor dem Spiel Deutschland - Nordirland

Euro 2020: Germany coach Joachim Löw looking to end 'difficult year' on a high 18.11.2019

The focus turns to Frankfurt as Germany take on Northern Ireland in their final European Championship qualifier. Germany must better the Netherlands' result against Estonia to be sure of top spot in the group.
Deutschland Fußball PK Trainer Joachim Löw

Joachim Löw: 'We’re not among the Euro 2020 favorites' 15.11.2019

With two matches left in their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign, Germany are one small step away from qualifying. But coach Joachim Löw insists his team will not be one of the tournament favorites.
Euro 2020 Qualifikation - Nordirland vs Deutschland 0:2

EURO 2020 qualifiers: Who's going through and how does it work? 12.11.2019

With the final round of qualifiers upon us, it's time for fans around Europe to get the calculators out. The Nations League has added a fresh layer of complication this time but how do things stand and what's next?

DFB Pokal Borussia Dortmund v Borussia Mönchengladbach Brandt 2. Tor

German Cup: Julian Brandt finally arrives as Borussia Dortmund show their mettle 30.10.2019

Dortmund were staring at a German Cup exit and third straight game without a goal. But Julian Brandt chose the ideal moment to announce himself in black and yellow, rescuing his team, and possibly coach, in the process.
DFB Pokal | VfL Wolfsburg v RB Leipzig

German Cup second round in pictures 30.10.2019

RB Leipzig turned on the style in Wolfsburg with a huge win, while Dortmund and Bayern squeaked through. Hertha Berlin beat Dynamo Dresden on penalties after they brought around 35,000 fans to the Olympic Stadium.
Fußball DFB-Pokal VfL Bochum - Bayern München Thomas Müller

German Cup: Late Thomas Müller strike rescues Bayern Munich in Bochum 29.10.2019

Bochum were six minutes away from pulling off the mother of all upsets, but Bayern Munich had other ideas. Serge Gnabry and Thomas Müller struck late as Niko Kovac's side stayed in the cup by the skin of their teeth.
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