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Jena, 18.05.2026. The strict ticket restrictions surrounding the Thüringenderby between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt have caused significant resentment in both fan camps. With a mobilization video and clear demands for fair conditions for home and away fans, the Südkurve Jena positioned itself against the requirements of the local authorities.
Jena, May 17, 2026. During the heated Thüringenderby between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt, police are investigating a criminal banner in the fan block. The target of the alleged insult and threat was Jena’s Mayor Benjamin Koppe.
Jena, 16.05.2026. A home victory in the prestigious Thüringenderby is not enough for the ultimate success: FC Carl Zeiss Jena wins confidently 2-0 against FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt in front of a home crowd, but must yield to Lokomotive Leipzig in the Regionalliga championship race.
Ahead of the prestigious Thuringia Derby, massive fan marches took place in the Jena city center on Saturday, with nearly 3,000 supporters from both sides gathering before the high-stakes match.
On Saturday, Jena will host the prestigious Thüringen-Derby against rivals Rot-Weiß Erfurt. The match is expected to draw thousands of fans and will be broadcast live on TV and via stream.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena has secured a spot in the Thüringen-Pokal final after a dramatic victory over FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt in a high-scoring derby decided by a penalty shootout.
A massive police presence secured the Thuringian derby between FC Rot-Weiß Erfurt and FC Carl Zeiss Jena on Sunday. Despite logistical challenges due to construction-related transfers, the journey of around 1,000 Jena fans remained largely orderly, though officers had to intervene in isolated incidents.
Ahead of the high-stakes Thüringenderby in the Cup semi-final, FC Carl Zeiss Jena has issued detailed travel instructions. Due to a fan march in Erfurt, pre-match shuttle buses are cancelled, and individual rail travel is strongly discouraged.
Football fans must expect significant travel restrictions for the highly anticipated Thuringian Derby semi-final. The Erfurt Federal Police warn of construction-related delays on rail lines between East Thuringia and the state capital.