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All things sports in Jena: Match reports and news from FC Carl Zeiss Jena, Medipolis SC Jena, and updates on local amateur sports and club activities.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena is facing a significant economic challenge. As part of the licensing process, the German Football Association (DFB) has demanded proof of additional liquidity in the millions from the traditional Thuringian club.
Jena/Frankfurt am Main, 22.04.2026 – Relief and tasks for FC Carl Zeiss Jena: The German Football Association (DFB) has granted the Thuringian club admission for the 3. Liga during the ongoing review process. However, the final granting of the license is tied to strict economic conditions that must be fulfilled in the coming weeks.
Jena martial artist Helena Pagiatakis has successfully defended her WKU German professional championship title after a tactical five-round performance against Sarah Widmann.
In a hard-fought match, FC Carl Zeiss Jena secured a victory against Greifswalder FC with a decisive goal in the final minute of play.
Science City Jena parts ways with head coach Björn Harmsen, while Mayor Dr. Thomas Nitzsche introduces a new bicycle squad and urban development projects for the Saalepromenade.
After five consecutive victories, FC Carl Zeiss Jena has drastically reduced the gap in the Regionalliga Nordost title race. Ahead of tonight’s home match against Greifswalder FC, only four points separate the Jena team from league leaders Lok Leipzig.
Unexpected personnel decision at FC Carl Zeiss Jena: The club’s sporting director is stepping down from her position completely unexpectedly. The exact background of this sudden move is currently still unclear.
The U17 junior team of FC Carl Zeiss Jena has reached the DFB-Pokal final for the first time after a confident 2-0 victory over RB Leipzig.
Jena, 15.04.2026. With a diverse district festival at Westsportplatz, the district opens the new outdoor season on April 25 and 26. The event combines traditional customs with various sports and participation offers for families and club members.
Personnel change in the management of FC Carl Zeiss Jena: Sporting Director Isabelle Knipp will leave the club at the end of the current season at her own request.