Bitter Derby Victory: FC Carl Zeiss Jena Wins Against Rot-Weiß Erfurt
Despite a victory in the prestigious Thüringen-Derby, FC Carl Zeiss Jena appears to have missed out on the top spot in the table on the final matchday.
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League Leaders: FC Carl Zeiss Jena Takes Top Spot and Puts Pressure on Lok Leipzig
Jena, 15.05.2026. Change of leadership in the Regionalliga: FC Carl Zeiss Jena has taken the top spot in the table, putting direct competitor Lok Leipzig under massive pressure in the promotion race.
Lok Leipzig Slip-up: FC Carl Zeiss Jena Can Dream of Promotion to the 3. Liga Again
Jena, May 09, 2026. New hope for FC Carl Zeiss Jena: Due to an unexpected slip-up by direct rivals Lok Leipzig in the Regionalliga Nordost title race, the dream of the 3. Liga is within reach again for the Thuringians. Jena fulfilled their duty over the weekend and made an impressive return to the promotion battle.
FC Carl Zeiss Jena catches up with Lok Leipzig – Firecrackers and rockets overshadow match against BFC
Jena, 03.05.2026 – Overshadowed success for FC Carl Zeiss Jena: During the high-stakes duel against BFC Dynamo, the illegal use of firecrackers and rockets occurred in the stands. On the pitch, however, the team remains on track for success and gains valuable ground on Lok Leipzig in the Regionalliga Nordost promotion race.
Regionalliga Promotion Race: Carl Zeiss Jena Closes Gap After Lok Leipzig Slip-Up
Jena, 03.05.2026 – FC Carl Zeiss Jena has sent a significant signal in the battle for the Regionalliga Nordost championship. Following a home victory and a slip-up by their rivals, the race for entry into the promotion play-offs for the 3. Liga is wide open once again.
Championship dream fades: Carl Zeiss Jena hopes for Lok Leipzig slip-up
Jena, April 28, 2026. The dream of winning the Regionalliga Nordost championship is now only theoretical for FC Carl Zeiss Jena. League leaders Lok Leipzig can secure the title early this coming Saturday and enter the promotion play-offs.
DFB Admission for 3. Liga: Carl Zeiss Jena Must Provide Proof of Liquidity
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.