European Championship Hopes Hang in the Balance

The German U-19 futsal national team is currently competing in the main round of qualification for the European Championship 2025, held in the Republic of Moldova. Following an initial setback against Italy, their journey continues with a critical match against Slovakia.

Must-Win Game Against Slovakia

Today, the team, lead by head coach daniel Gerlach, faces Slovakia in a pivotal match in Poprad.The game is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m. and will be streamed live on YouTube. After a 2-5 defeat against Italy in their opening game, only a victory against the Slovakian team will keep germany’s hopes alive for participating in the European Championship.

Coach Gerlach emphasized the team’s resolve after the Italy match, stating they woudl approach subsequent games with the same team spirit and the necessary intensity.

Looking Ahead: Romania and the Path to Qualification

Following the match against Slovakia, the German team will face Romania on Sunday, also streamed live on YouTube at 4 p.m.To secure a spot in the final round, scheduled for September 28th to October 5th, 2025, in the Republic of Moldova, Germany needs to win their remaining matches. Only the winners of the seven main round groups will qualify for the prestigious final tournament.

DFB Celebrates 125 Years of Football passion

This year marks the 125th anniversary of the German Football Association (DFB). Founded on January 28, 1900, in Leipzig, the DFB has grown from 90 clubs to over 24,000, boasting more than 7.7 million members. This milestone celebrates a rich history filled with triumphs and tribulations, solidifying the nation’s enduring love for football.

the DFB is encouraging fan engagement through their website,dfb.de/fussballliebe, inviting supporters to share their thoughts and topics related to German football.this initiative aims to foster a deeper connection between the association and its passionate fanbase.

125 years of DFB also mean 125 years of love for football – reason enough for us to dfb.de/fussballliebe to say: “Ti amo, football!”