FCC at SV Babelsberg: Logistics for the away match
FC Carl Zeiss Jena is preparing for its first away game of the new Regionalliga season against SV Babelsberg 03. Here is the schedule for the team’s travel to Potsdam.
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Regionalliga Protest: Jena Captain Butzen Calls for Reform
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: ACL tear shocks FCC defender Maxim Hessel
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.
FCC defeats Union Berlin: Successful season opener for Jena
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.
Jena defeats Union Berlin: Athletic friendly match analysis
Jena, July 13, 2026 – FC Carl Zeiss Jena successfully defeated Bundesliga side 1. FC Union Berlin 2-0 in a friendly match on Sunday. While the regional league team displayed a cohesive performance, the team from the capital showed significant deficiencies, particularly in the first half.
Jena defeats Union Berlin: Season victory with Hessel injury concern
FC Carl Zeiss Jena secured a prestigious home victory during their official season opener, defeating first-division side Union Berlin 2-0, though the match was marred by a defensive injury.
Jena defeats Union Berlin: First loss under Lustrinelli
Regional league side FC Carl Zeiss Jena secured a 2-0 victory against Bundesliga club 1. FC Union Berlin in a high-quality pre-season friendly at the Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld.
Jena: New Thuringia crime thriller being filmed at the football pitch
Filming for a new ZDF Thuringia crime thriller is currently underway in Jena, focusing on the local sports scene.
Regionalliga: Jena starts with home match against Zwickau
The schedule for the new Regionalliga Nordost season has been released, featuring a traditional clash between FC Carl Zeiss Jena and FSV Zwickau on the opening matchday.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena signs striking talent Benno Walter
Jena, July 2, 2026 – FC Carl Zeiss Jena is setting the course for the future and has signed local striking talent Benno Walter. The 18-year-old signed a two-year contract with the Blue-Yellow-Whites.