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On May 18, 2026, FC Carl Zeiss Jena and ZFC Meuselwitz will compete in the final of the Landespokal Thüringen. The match, part of the nationwide “Finaltag der Amateure,” determines qualification for the DFB-Pokal.
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.
The kick-off time for the Thuringian football highlight has been confirmed: FC Carl Zeiss Jena will face ZFC Meuselwitz on May 23, 2026, at 11:30 AM at Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld.
Jena, 08.04.2026. At Regionalliga club FC Carl Zeiss Jena, a surprising coaching change appears to be on the horizon. According to media reports, the club and head coach Volkan Uluc could part ways prematurely after the upcoming cup final.
In a memorable semi-final of the Thüringenpokal, FC Carl Zeiss Jena defeated eternal rivals Rot-Weiß Erfurt 9:7 after a penalty shootout. The high-scoring match featured ten goals in open play and was accompanied by intense fan choreographies and massive pyrotechnics.
Jena, March 30, 2026 – In the Thuringian State Cup, FC Carl Zeiss Jena has prevailed in the traditional derby against long-time rivals Rot-Weiß Erfurt. After a draw in regulation time, the Jena team secured their advancement in a decisive penalty shootout.