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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.
After one year, the city of Jena has lifted stadium bans for 56 FC Carl Zeiss Jena fans. Despite their return to the Südkurve, the police operation, the exercise of property rights, and future security requirements remain subjects of public debate.
Jena, July 27, 2026: The start of the Regionalliga Nordost season is marked by protests against the current promotion regulations to the 3. Liga. Alongside fan actions, FC Carl Zeiss Jena is actively participating in the debate: FCC captain Nils Butzen is demanding greater involvement of players from all divisions.
Jena, July 24, 2026: FC Carl Zeiss Jena strengthens its defense shortly before the start of the Regionalliga Nordost: 18-year-old defensive talent Miguel Boog joins from the VfL Wolfsburg youth academy.
Jena, July 22, 2026: For the start of the 2026/27 Regionalliga season, fans of FC Carl Zeiss Jena must prepare for changed travel conditions. Stadium tickets are no longer valid as public transport tickets, and additional tram services on match days have been discontinued.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena has officially opened ticket sales for the upcoming Thüringenderby against Rot-Weiß Erfurt.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena has secured the services of Paula Rintzner for the upcoming season. The 18-year-old midfielder joins from FC Bayern München II to Union Berlin and is immediately loaned to Jena.
The women’s team of FC Carl Zeiss Jena has announced a high-profile addition to their offensive line: 18-year-old U19 European Championship runner-up Elira Terakaj is transferring from FC Bayern München II to the Kernberge.
Jena, July 14, 2026 – Science City Jena is strengthening its roster for the upcoming Basketball Bundesliga (BBL) season with American swingman Terrence Edwards Jr.
Bitter news for FC Carl Zeiss Jena shortly before the start of the new season: central defender Maxim Hessel has suffered a serious injury and will be sidelined for months.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena achieved a surprising 2-0 victory against Bundesliga side 1. FC Union Berlin during their official season opening, though the win was marred by a serious injury.