Fortuna Düsseldorf against Schweinfurt: DFB Cup cracker is coming!

Fortuna Düsseldorf against Schweinfurt: DFB Cup cracker is coming!

An exciting duel is just around the corner: Fortuna Düsseldorf will face 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 in the first main round of the DFB Cup. This was drawn today, June 15, 2025, at the German Football Museum in Dortmund. The first main round will take place between August 15th and 18th, 2025, although the exact date for the clash has not yet been set, as [Fortuna Düsseldorf] reports.

Fortuna Düsseldorf's sports director, Christian Weber, has already commented on the upcoming match. He emphasizes that 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 dominated the Bavarian Regional League last season and was able to prove itself as a promoted team to the 3rd league. An interesting detail on the side: Joshua Endres, a former Fortuna player, now plays for Schweinfurt, which could give the game a special touch.

DFB Cup at a glance

The DFB Cup, fully known as the DFB Club Cup, is one of the most important competitions in German football. The competition, which was launched by the founders in 1935, competes in a knockout system and includes 64 teams. For the current season, 2025/26, 36 teams from the Bundesliga and 2nd Bundesliga are automatically qualified. In addition, the best four teams in the 3rd league and cup winners from regional football associations are guaranteed a place. Particularly exciting: The best amateur club in the Regionalliga Bayern wins the place for Bavaria, while other regional associations have similar qualification criteria, as [Wikipedia] explains.

The DFB Cup season has many highlights, including other exciting dates. The second main round will take place on October 28th and 29th, 2025 and the round of 16 on December 2nd and 3rd, 2025. Whoever makes it to the semi-finals will play on April 21st and 22nd, 2026, and the grand final in the Berlin Olympic Stadium will be played on May 23rd, 2026.

Finances and specifics of the competition

The DFB Cup is financially interesting for all participating clubs. Each club in the first main round receives at least 109,000 euros from the television revenue pool. Revenue generated from attendance is split between hosts and visitors, which can be welcome support for smaller clubs, as [DFB-Pokal] notes. There are also special regulations for financial support for amateur clubs to make it easier for them to participate.

Overall, the DFB Cup is not just a competition for the coveted title, but also a platform for surprises and emotional encounters in German football. Spectators can look forward to thrilling games, passionate fans and unforgettable moments when Fortuna Düsseldorf and 1. FC Schweinfurt 05 meet. Let's hope both teams give their best and the fans get excited!