Aue, Cottbus and Rostock get license for 3rd division
The DFB has granted all 20 third division clubs a license for the coming season. The eastern trio also passed the performance audit.
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Energie Cottbus brings Ted Tattermusch from Jena
Energie Cottbus are hoping that a tall striker will give them more options in attack. The third division club has found what it is looking for in Jena and has brought in a young player with plenty of experience.
Erzgebirge Aue sign Jannic Ehlers from Bremen
Aue coach Jens Härtel has now made his eighth new signing. Another attacking player arrives in the Erzgebirge from Bremen.
Rioting: Hansa Rostock fined 135,000 euros
The match between Hansa Rostock and Dynamo Dresden was overshadowed by rioting. The Rostock team will now receive their punishment, the Saxons will have to wait a little longer.
Home-grown talent strengthens FC Erzgebirge: Seidel turns professional
Aue's all-round renewal of its squad also includes players that the club has trained itself.
One defeat, three dismissals: Lok misses out on promotion
Champions, but not promoted. Lok Leipzig miss out on a return to professional soccer after more than 25 years against Havelse. In the end, the team is sent off.
Four dismissals: Havelse promoted to 3rd division
An entire season is decided in two games. Havelse celebrates promotion to the 3rd division after winning the second leg of the relegation play-off against Lok Leipzig.
Second leg in Havelse: Lok Leipzig fights for promotion
The first leg ended 1:1, so everything is still possible for Lok Leipzig. At TSV Havelse, promotion to the 3rd division is at stake.
Aue's Fabisch becomes Zimbabwe international
Jonah Fabisch made his breakthrough under coach Jens Härtel. This did not go unnoticed by those responsible in Zimbabwe.
Ready for promotion: Lok optimistic despite draw
In the first leg of the third division promotion play-off, the north-east champions salvaged a 1-1 draw in stoppage time against the title winners from the north. The club has not written off the leap into the 3rd division.
Erzgebirge Aue sign Simnica from relegated Sandhausen
The upheaval at third division club Aue continues. The next new signing is a defensive midfielder.
Ryan Malone first new signing for FC Erzgebirge
After an unsatisfactory end to the season, the Erzgebirge are undergoing a major personnel shake-up. An experienced defender is the first newcomer.
Erzgebirge Aue starts with first team training on June 23
The summer schedule for third-division club Aue has been finalized. Jens Härtel's team will travel to Northern Ireland and have a first division team at home as their final test match opponent.
Dynamo starts pre-season preparation on June 22
Dynamo finalize their summer schedule. The training camp is in Austria. The first test matches are also fixed.
Cottbus and Rostock fail to deliver - Dresden misses out on title
Energie and Hansa missed the chance to secure a relegation place. Dynamo celebrated second place, while Aue bowed out of the season with a draw.
Erzgebirge Aue with a draw at 1860 Munich
Kilian Jakob turned professional at TSV 1860 Munich before leaving the club. Now the defender is returning. Before that, however, he played once again for FC Erzgebirge and played a decisive role.
Dynamo Dresden leave the 3rd division with a win.
Dresden were denied the third division championship. The 3:0 victory over Unterhaching is nevertheless a worthy end to the season, crowned with promotion.
Dynamo want to "leave everything on the pitch" in the season finale
After being promoted to the second division, Dynamo are also still in contention for the third division championship. For this to happen, however, they must beat leaders Bielefeld.
Dynamo flops in League 2 - Cottbus back in business
Dresden are celebrating after their defeat in Mannheim. Energie have relegation back in their own hands after victory in Rostock. Aue make a fool of themselves against Sandhausen.
Dresden fans celebrate peacefully at public viewing
Dynamo Dresden have done it: after three years in the third division, promotion is in the bag. They are also celebrating at the public viewing.
Aue embarrasses itself against Sandhausen
Sandhausen have lost nine games in a row. But the players from Erzgebirge Aue are proving to be good hosts.
Happy ending despite defeat: Dynamo back in the second division
Dynamo Dresden have done it: after three years in the third division, promotion is in the bag. They were also able to cope with a defeat in Mannheim.
Dynamo Dresden in Mannheim on the brink of promotion to the second division
After the last-minute defeat in Bielefeld, Dynamo Dresden will now make another attempt at early promotion to the second division away from home. Coach Stamm is not changing his approach.
Erzgebirge Aue makes relegation perfect
The trembling is over. Aue remain in the third division after a win against Ingolstadt.
Dynamo drama in Bielefeld - Hansa on course, Cottbus slip up
Dynamo are two minutes short of the 2nd division, Rostock send hapless Sandhausen to the regional league. Cottbus no longer have promotion in their own hands.
No promotion yet: Dynamo Dresden concede late equalizer
Dynamo lead deep into injury time in the top match at Arminia Bielefeld and almost feel like a second division team. But then they were dealt a low blow by an own goal.
Erzgebirge Aue extends with injured Schmid
Striker Maximilian Schmid moved from Cologne to Aue in the winter. Despite an injury, the 22-year-old is allowed to stay.
Police looking for 13 hooligans after cab attack in Rostock
Hansa fans surround a cab before a home game against Dresden. Three Dresden fans are sitting in it. It gets uncomfortable. The police have photos of the alleged perpetrators.
Dynamo Dresden ahead of second division return - "Finding the balance"
Dynamo Dresden can already secure promotion to the second division this Saturday. But their opponents are something like the team of the moment. Dynamo coach Stamm sees a "game at eye level".
Dynamo clinch important three-pointer - Cottbus slip up at last place
Dresden's door to the 2nd division is wide open, but it could slam shut for Energie. Hansa have their sights set on the relegation places. Aue had a day to forget.
FC Erzgebirge Aue without a chance in Verl: 1:5 defeat
Erzgebirge Aue must continue to worry about staying in the league. A very weak first half is the reason.
Dynamo continue to tremble towards promotion: 2:1 win
After a strong opening phase, Dresden lose the thread. Nevertheless, it was enough to secure victory against relegation candidates SV Sandhausen.
Ready for promotion: Dynamo receives license for league two
Now it just has to work out in sporting terms. Dynamo will receive the license for the second division - there are only minor conditions.
Erzgebirge Aue without Bornschein for longer after tumor surgery
Ricky Bornschein will miss Erzgebirge Aue for the time being. The reason is a cancer diagnosis.
Aue wins in relegation battle against Dortmund II
Erzgebirge Aue secure a valuable victory in the battle to stay in the league. A dream goal against Dortmund's second team helped them regain the lead.
Dynamo Dresden top the table again with victory in Saarbrücken
Dynamo lead 2-0 after just eleven minutes in the top-of-the-table match at Saarbrücken, only to suffer a collapse. But in the second half, Dynamo underlines its ambitions for promotion.
Dynamo extends contract with young player Lehmann
Paul Lehmann has only rarely been able to showcase his great talent this season due to injury. However, the club is convinced of his worth.
FC Erzgebirge brings Günther-Schmidt from Saarbrücken
Aue are struggling in attack. There should be more options with the experienced Saarbrücken player. However, a trio will leave the Saxons.
Defeated in Essen: Next defeat for Aue
Aue is in mid-table in the 3rd soccer league. But appearances are deceptive. The cushion to the relegation zone is melting.
Setback in the promotion battle: Dynamo without Hoti for weeks
Andi Hoti joins Dynamo Dresden on loan in the winter. The central defender quickly became a regular. Now there is a bitter diagnosis.
2:2 against Ingolstadt: Dynamo Dresden drop points
The league leaders remain unbeaten, but let their rivals close in again after a draw.
Aue loses 0:2 in Saarbrücken
Erzgebirge Aue must continue to worry about staying in the league. FC Saarbrücken were too strong for the Saxons.
Aue breathes a sigh of relief: 2:1 win in the basement duel against Stuttgart II
FC Erzgebirge Aue celebrate a flattering win against the VfB Stuttgart reserve team. The winning goal was scored in the closing stages.
Still top of the league: Dynamo win 3:2 in Hanover
Third division side Dynamo consolidate their lead at the top of the table. Whenever Dresden seemed to have the game under control, Hannover II piled on the pressure. In the end, the Saxons' cleverness proved decisive.
Extension: After Männel, Stefaniak also stays in Aue
After Martin Männel, Marvin Stefaniak is also staying in Aue. The third division club is pressing ahead with its plans for the future.
Dynamo Dresden buys training center ahead of schedule
Dynamo Dresden is now the owner of its own training center. The purchase of the academy will save the club millions.
2:0 against Wiesbaden: Dresden remains on course for promotion
After two recent draws, Dynamo Dresden won against Wiesbaden and, together with Cottbus, pulled away from the chasing pack.
Penalty decides: Cottbus defeats Aue in the last minute
A converted penalty in the 89th minute turns the stadium in Cottbus into a madhouse in the 1:0 win against Aue. Before that, the visitors had the better chances.
First new player at FC Erzgebirge: Weinhauer comes from Jena
The Veilchen have already extended the contracts of captain Martin Männel and striker Marcel Bär. Now the current top scorer in the Regionalliga Nordost is coming to the Lößnitz Valley.
Head of sport on regional league reform: court action possible
Five leagues, only four promoted teams: the promotion rules for the 3rd division are causing a stir. The clubs in the east are increasing the pressure verbally.
Männel extended: coming of age at Erzgebirge Aue
Martin Männel will remain with Aue. The goalkeeper will enter his 18th season with the Erzgebirge club next season.
Game turned around: Dresden defeats first division team Teplice
Dresden uses the international break for an XXL test against Czech club Teplice. In the process, Dynamo turned around a clear deficit and recharged their batteries.
Suspension remains in place: Cottbus also without Kusic against Aue
Cottbus defender Filip Kusic remains suspended after his assault - despite an appeal by the third division club. The decision comes at a crucial time for the club.
Serious injury: Bär's contract automatically extended
Marcel Bär has come through the operation on his ruptured Achilles tendon well. The Aue striker can now concentrate on his recovery, as his future is secure for the time being.
Aue disappointed against Mannheim
After the 1:4 defeat in Rostock, Aue also suffered a setback at home. The team from the Erzgebirge put in a weak performance against Mannheim without top scorer Bär.
Dynamo Dresden only draw in Essen
Chasers Saarbrücken had slipped up the day before. However, third division leaders Dynamo Dresden were unable to take full advantage of their 1-1 draw in Essen.
Media: DFB boss Neuendorf against expansion of the 3rd division
According to a media report, DFB President Bernd Neuendorf has ruled out an increase in the 3rd division proposed by 17 north-east clubs. He also does not believe that the DFB is responsible for finding solutions.
Bitter diagnosis: end of season for Aue goalscorer Bär
The fears have been confirmed. Aue's top striker Marcel Bär has seriously injured his foot. He will not play again this season.
Dynamo coach optimistic: Point may still be valuable
Many chances, no goals. Dynamo Dresden drop two points at home. But the coach is not completely dissatisfied.
League leaders Dynamo with a clean sheet against BVB II
Dresden have chances for two games in the first half. However, they did not score a goal. Due to the results of the competition, however, a point also helps to extend the lead in the table.
Hansa Rostock ends Auer's streak and climbs to fifth place
Hansa is slowly taking direct aim at the promotion places. Against FC Erzgebirge, the Kogge acted like a top team for a long time. The season is probably over for Aue's Marcel Bär.
Aue continue their winning streak: 2:1 against Viktoria Köln
It takes a long time for success to materialize in the Erzgebirge after the change of coach to Jens Härtel. Now, however, the third win in a row is achieved.
Dresden beats Aachen and defends its lead in the table
Lackluster, but effective: One really good action is enough for Dresden to win the match between the traditional black-and-yellow clubs. Niklas Hauptmann scores the decisive goal.
Wollitz remains coach of Energie Cottbus
For a long time, the former professional struggled with the question of whether he should remain coach or just sporting director in Lusatia. New conditions now make both possible.
Wollitz remains coach of Energie Cottbus
For a long time, the former professional struggled with the question of whether he should remain coach or just sporting director in Lusatia. New conditions now make both possible.
3:0 against Verl: Dynamo Dresden takes the lead in the table
Dynamo Dresden have retaken the lead in the third division. The fall champions quickly got up to speed against Verl.
Erzgebirge Aue win 2:0 in Wiesbaden
Erzgebirge Aue celebrate their first away win since December. At Wehen Wiesbaden, a striker scores who is the center of attention several times.
Ulf Kirsten becomes brand ambassador for Dynamo Dresden
Kirsten was a consultant to the Dresdeners for two years. Now he has taken on a new role.
Rioting in Rostock against Dresden: dozens injured
The serious riots at the third division match between Hansa Rostock and Dynamo Dresden result in numerous injuries. According to the police, there are further criminal offenses.
After riots: Hansa defeats Dresden 1:0
Dresden cannot win the explosive East duel twice in a row. The first defeat in 14 years in Rostock. Spectators cause a long interruption.
Riots: Rostock game against Dresden interrupted
Obviously, matches between Rostock and Dresden cannot be played without interruptions. The explosive duel escalates again.
Aue celebrates first win with Härtel: 1:0 against Unterhaching
Erzgebirge Aue secure their first win in their sixth competitive match of the year. An attacking player ends his goal drought.
Eastern duel and AfD demo: "Difficult conditions" in Rostock
Hansa Rostock versus Dynamo Dresden - one of the most heated duels in German soccer since reunification. But that's not the only thing the police in Rostock have to deal with on Saturday.
East duel against "arch-enemy" Dresden: "If that doesn't grab you..."
Hansa Rostock versus Dynamo Dresden - one of the most heated duels in German soccer since reunification. It's that time again on Saturday.
Dynamo on new paths: Psycho-tricks for derby strength
In the first half of the season, Dynamo only managed to win one of the three East duels. The coaches took action. Before the game at Hansa Rostock, Dresden had not lost the matches against Aue and Cottbus.
Dynamo makes it clear: 5:2 against 1860 Munich
Dynamo Dresden remain first in pursuit of Energie Cottbus. 1860 Munich are drowned out in the attacking frenzy of the Saxons at the Rudolf Harbig Stadium.
1:2 in Bielefeld: Aue still winless under Härtel
Aue should actually be leading at half-time in Bielefeld. But even in the fifth competitive match of 2025, they failed to pick up three points.
Dynamo Dresden extends contract with Meissner
Dynamo Dresden plans for the future. One of them is Robin Meißner. The striker has extended his contract.
Härtel still winless with Aue: 1:1 against Aachen
Aue's new coach Jens Härtel also fails to win his second match at home. The team from the Erzgebirge luckily salvaged a point against Aachen.
Dynamo stumble at VfB Stuttgart II despite being outnumbered
Dresden once again dropped points in the promotion battle. Dynamo are caught cold at Stuttgart's reserve team and even when outnumbered, it is not enough to win. Kutschke holds his nerve from the spot.
Aue sign striker Schmid
Aue did not actually want to sign a player in the winter. Now there is a short-term option in attack.
No winner in the top match: 1:1 for Cottbus against Dresden
It was the expected top-of-the-table encounter that delivered everything that had been hoped for. Cottbus defended their lead at the top of the table with the draw.
Erzgebirge Aue goalless against Osnabrück
Aue coach Jens Härtel's home debut also remained winless. The Saxons at least salvaged a point against Osnabrück.
Coach Geyer misses solidarity among East German teams
Eduard Geyer would like to see the East German soccer clubs join forces. The coach also hopes that certain behaviors in handball will be transferred to soccer.
Cottbus coach: Light years between Energie and Dynamo
The clash between the rivals from Cottbus and Dresden in the 3rd division is electrifying soccer in the east. Energie coach Wollitz sees major differences between the clubs and appeals to politicians.
Before top match in Cottbus: Diplomat Geyer wants a draw
Eduard Geyer has coached both Energie Cottbus and Dynamo Dresden in his coaching career. However, the upcoming clash in the third division is also a first for the 80-year-old.
Hefty sum: 119,100 euros fine for Dynamo Dresden
Dynamo Dresden and penalties from the DFB, there's no end to it. This time, the third division soccer team has to pay a six-figure sum.
Too sluggish: Dynamo Dresden lose game and lead
The winter break has not done Dynamo any good. Against Viktoria Köln, the spectators missed the power soccer. That cost them the lead in the table.
2:0 in Bielefeld: Cottbus take the lead in the table
Energie Cottbus have positioned themselves ahead of the summit clash in the 3rd division. The Lusatians won the first top match of the new year.
Jakob sees yellow-red: Aue lose on Härtel's debut
In the first competitive match under the new coach, things initially go well for Erzgebirge Aue. But then the Saxons lose the thread.
The Batista Meier chapter at Dynamo Dresden is over
Oliver Batista Meier was never happy at Dynamo Dresden. Now he is seizing the opportunity and moving to the Bundesliga 2.
Aue without Stefaniak and Seitz for the second half of the season
New coach Jens Härtel is about to make his competitive debut at FC Erzgebirge. In Hanover, he will have to make do without two attacking players.
FC Erzgebirge loses to Swiss first division team Aarau
At the end of their training camp week, the Violets were beaten by FC Aarau.
Dresden extends with defender Bünning
Lars Bünning has been a Dynamo since 2023. Now he is extending his contract.
On Härtel's debut: Aue draw in test against Ulm
Jens Härtel has been in charge of Erzgebirge Aue's footballers since the beginning of the year. The ambitious third division club is now preparing for the start of the second half of the season at a training camp in Turkey.
Dresden signs offensive player Kother
Following the injury to Jonas Oehmichen, Dynamo Dresden have reacted on the transfer market. The new player comes from the 2nd division.
Dynamo Dresden loan defender Hoti from Magdeburg
Dynamo Dresden strengthen their defense with Andi Hoti. Coach Thomas Stamm knows him from his time at Freiburg.
Aue coach Härtel wants to strengthen the defense
In Braunschweig, the Härtel chapter came to an end after just eleven games. Now the coach wants to take off with Aue. The coach sees the first approach in the defensive work.
Aue talent Hetzsch moves to Plauen
In Greifswald, Aue talent Finn Hetzsch did not really get a chance to play. Now he should get more match practice in Plauen.
Dresden wins the fall championship in Unterhaching
In the style of a top team, Dresden completed their compulsory task at the penultimate team in the table in Unterhaching. Once again, a cohesive team performance is the key to success.