Jena in the DFB-Pokal: FC Carl Zeiss challenges Darmstadt
In the first round of the DFB-Pokal, fourth-tier club FC Carl Zeiss Jena provided a tough challenge for SV Darmstadt 98, resulting in a narrow victory for the visitors.
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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.
Jena: Register now for STADTRADELN 2026
The city of Jena is participating in the international STADTRADELN campaign for the 15th time. From August 28 to September 17, 2026, residents, employees, and students are invited to cycle for climate protection.
Erfurt wins the Thüringen-Derby in Jena
Jena, August 10, 2026. Last Sunday marked the end of a long-standing dry spell: FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt secured a league victory at the Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld for the first time since 2011, defeating FC Carl Zeiss Jena 2-1.
Science City Jena signs Erick Neal
Jena, August 08, 2026. Basketball Bundesliga club Science City Jena is strengthening its squad for the new top-flight season with American player Erick Neal.
Thuringia Derby in Jena: All information regarding arrival and security
The Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld is preparing for a high-risk match: FC Carl Zeiss Jena hosts arch-rivals Rot-Weiß Erfurt this coming Sunday. Due to high security requirements and expected crowds, strict regulations apply to spectators.
Jena: Ultras threaten boycott of the Thuringian Derby
The upcoming Thuringian Derby between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt may take place without the active fan scene in the Südkurve. The ‘Horda Azzuro’ group has announced they will not enter block N1 unless the capacity is increased to the structurally possible limit.
FCC women start the new season with a victory
Jena, 02.08.2026. At the start of the 2nd Women’s Bundesliga season, the footballers of FC Carl Zeiss Jena secured an important away win. In an intense match against Borussia Mönchengladbach, the team prevailed 2-1.
Thuringian Derby: Full stadium capacity for RWE fans
Anticipation for the upcoming Thuringian derby between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and Rot-Weiß Erfurt is growing. It has been announced that the capacity restriction for visiting fans will be lifted for the match on August 9.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena: Last-Minute Victory in Babelsberg
Jena/Babelsberg, August 1, 2026 – FC Carl Zeiss Jena celebrates its first success of the new season: Following an improved performance in the second half, the FCC defeated SV Babelsberg 03 1-0.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena: Emma Broddheimer joins on loan
Jena, 31.07.2026. FC Carl Zeiss Jena has secured the services of Emma Broddheimer. The 19-year-old Swede is joining the Bundesliga club on loan from VfL Wolfsburg to gain match practice.