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New U23 signing from Cottbus. Seven Hertha players have passed their Abitur (university entrance exams) at the Poelchau School.
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Hertha Highlights: Youth, Anniversaries, and Promotion19-year-old joins U23 squad, seven players earn high school diplomas, and the women's team advances to 2nd Bundesliga.
Key FactsJun 25, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Maris Schößler strengthens the U23 midfield after playing 28 matches for Energie Cottbus with eleven goals last season.
- Seven players completed their high school diplomas at the Poelchau Sports School, balancing education and sports successfully.
- Helmut Klopfleisch, a longtime club member and Elder Council participant, celebrates his 78th birthday.
- The women's first team secured promotion to the 2nd Bundesliga, with limited edition promotion shirts now available for preorder.
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U23: Draw at BFC Preussen: Our boys secure a point in the city derby thanks to a 1-1 (1-1) draw.
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Key FactsU23 draw 1-1 at BFC Preussen
Oct 10, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Jelani Ndi put Hertha’s U23 ahead in the eighth minute, but Ensar Aksakal equalized in the 38th.
- The result was the U23’s second consecutive draw and fourth of the season.
- With the point, the team moved past BSG Chemie Leipzig into 14th place, directly behind BFC Preussen.
- On Friday, October 16, 2026, U23 are scheduled to host RSV Eintracht 1949 at Stadion auf dem Wurfplatz/Amateurstadion.
The moment I became a Hertha fan: A blue-and-white life story in fast forward: How Daniel found his way to the capital city club via hip-hop.
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Key FactsDaniel’s Journey from Hip-Hop to Hertha
Aug 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Daniel from Paderborn found Hertha through Berlin hip-hop artists such as Harris and Die Atzen.
- He attended his first Hertha stadium match away at Westfalenstadion in 2008, where Hertha drew 1-1 with Borussia Dortmund.
- Wearing Gojko Kačar’s number 44 shirt led a friend to give Daniel the nickname Gojko.
- Today, he openly supports Hertha in Paderborn and regularly attends matches with a friend from Bielefeld.
It's always very nice, and people are enthusiastic about the role Hertha plays in my life.— Daniel Kačar ('Gojko'), exile Herthaner in Ostwestfalen, describing how people react to his love for Hertha
The Birth(s) of a Unique Friendship: On August 14, 1976, a bond for eternity was forged in Karlsruhe. Eyewitnesses remember.
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Key FactsHertha-KSC Friendship Began with a Karlsruhe Welcome
Aug 14, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- At Hertha’s first season match at KSC on 14 August 1976, Berlin supporters met Karlsruhe fans at the railway station and walked with them to The Krone.
- Hertha won 3–0 at the Wildpark, after which both groups, according to the eyewitness accounts, ended the day peacefully with shared drinks and a farewell at the railway station.
- Despite the lack of mobile phones, limited telephone access, the Berlin Wall and irregular train services, contact continued; in 1982, two Hertha supporters cycled from Bebra to Karlsruhe and completed a lap of honour there.
- After Hertha returned to the top flight in 1997, the bond gained renewed momentum according to the article and is now sustained through joint fan marches, choreographies and closer ties between the clubs.
This friendship is one of the oldest in Europe and is being cultivated so intensely and wholeheartedly that, in my view, there is no second instance like it.— Quote by Helmut Friberg, Hertha supporter, on the long-standing friendship between Hertha BSC and Karlsruher SC
This moment when I became a Hertha fan: A true blue-and-white: Stefan Mangott between pitch invasions, amateur football, and team photos.
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Hertha short passes: Another U23 signing. Mamuzah Lum with an assist at the European Championship. All the best, Knut Beyer & Elly Böttcher!
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This moment when I became a Hertha fan: Football, fire brigade, family: Anna Goller and Mario Dowe on Hertha at the fire station and on weekends.
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That moment when I became a Hertha fan: 8,731 kilometers, math, and the Old Lady: Niyi Huang is flying our flag in southern China.
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Key FactsNiyi’s Journey: Supporting Hertha Across Continents
Jun 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- In early 2025, Niyi Huang from southern China formed a strong bond with Hertha BSC during an away match in Regensburg.
- His fascination with German football culture deepened as he explored the club’s history, even while enduring early losses.
- Thanks to German friends, he developed the largest Hertha kit collection in China and connects regularly with club players.
- He endures inconvenient match times due to time differences and aspires to relocate to Berlin to support the club live.
Emotionally, it was pure joy. Watching Hertha really started to make me happy — it felt like fate.— Niyi Huang – in the article about his moment of becoming a Herthaner
This moment when I became a Hertha fan: Blue and white love story in fast forward: Yves and a special encounter at the stadium.
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Key FactsYves Neitzel’s Hertha Journey Through Love
May 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Yves Neitzel became a Hertha fan at age eleven after moving to Berlin and witnessing Marcelinho’s memorable goal during his first stadium visit.
- Frequent match outings with his mother deepened his sense of community and led to official club membership in 2015.
- A pivotal encounter in April 2017 at the Olympiastadion introduced Yves to his future wife Jasmin, formalizing their relationship months later.
- The Neitzel family now shares their passion for Hertha, including their five-year-old daughter preparing to attend her first game together.
The more I think about it, the clearer it becomes: I became a Herthaner when I met my great love in the stadium.— Yves Neitzel; from the article about the moment he became a Herthaner
U23 narrowly loses at home to Luckenwalde: Hertha BSC suffered a 0-1 (0-1) defeat against the Brandenburg team.
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Key FactsU23 Narrowly Falls to FSV Luckenwalde
Apr 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- Hertha BSC’s U23 side was defeated 0-1 by FSV Luckenwalde in a home match on April 30, 2026.
- Coach Rejhan Hasanović reverted to a 4-3-3 formation and made a lineup change due to injury.
- Eliyas Strasner made his first appearance of the calendar year after recovering from a long injury.
- Two offensive substitutions failed to change the score, leaving Luckenwalde with a three-point lead in the standings.
The moment I became a Hertha fan: Nicolas, SC Pfullendorf and a blue and white passion: 800 kilometers to true love.
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Key FactsAn 800-Kilometre Fan Journey
Feb 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Thirty-three-year-old Nicolas Steiert from Gottmadingen carried Hertha support from childhood despite the Olympiastadion being almost 800 kilometres away.
- A first stadium visit about twenty years ago, wearing a jersey and scarf, left a lasting impression because of the Ostkurve, the atmosphere and the walk up Olympische Straße.
- At school he later met a fellow supporter, and joining the club in 2023 led to a marked increase in jersey purchases.
- At the August 2010 cup tie in Pfullendorf he faced entry problems over his away clothing, witnessed a 2:0 win and was briefly put on a shuttle that went the wrong way before he reached his car.
I only remember that it was such an incredible atmosphere—with the East Curve, the stadium, and the whole vibe. It impressed me so much that I could only become a Hertha fan.— Nicolas Steiert, in an interview about what inspired him to become a Hertha fan
That moment when I became a Hertha fan: 20,000 kilometers by bike with the Hertha flag: Ivo, Jeremias, and a spectacular journey.
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Key Facts20,000-Kilometer Hertha Flag Journey Through Africa
Feb 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Ivo Pietzcker and Jeremias Bachmann embarked on a 20,000-kilometer bike trip from Berlin to Cape Town in summer 2025.
- The former safari guide trainees have been documenting their adventure on Instagram since November 2024, gaining over one million views.
- During the journey, they aim to raise €8,000 for Mphilo, a disabled boy in South Africa they hope to visit.
- The Hertha flag attached to their bikes symbolizes their connection to the fan community, often sparking conversations about the club along the way.
I can't be in the stadium, I have to do everything in my power. Maybe it was a bit of superstition. My father also had his rituals before important games.— Ivo Pietzcker discusses his motivation to support the team during a match, even though he cannot be in the stadium.
Soccer: Transfer bombshell! Energie Cottbus signs former Bundesliga star | Sports
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This moment when I became a Hertha fan: Sam Vandenabeele has supported Hertha since 2023 and is the founder of the first Belgian OFC.
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This moment when I became a Hertha fan: Bernd Bröde: Hertha's longest-serving club member on European Cup nights & matches with Uwe Seeler!
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Key FactsBernd Bröde’s 75 Years of Hertha Devotion
Nov 30, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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- Bernd Bröde started with Hertha in 1950 at age eleven, advancing from youth teams to the amateurs over time.
- He declined a professional opportunity in Australia to care for his parents and remained loyal to Hertha.
- Bröde played in 29 Bundesliga warm-up matches and witnessed the league's record attendance game in 1969.
- Following his playing career, he coached Hertha’s D-youth for nine years and stayed involved until 2005.
This number means a lot to me, as my blood is blue and white. I have so many good memories of Hertha; it's like my third marriage – and that one has lasted the longest!— Bernd Bröde reflects on his long-standing connection to Hertha BSC and the significance of his membership.
This moment when I became a Hertha fan: Hertha helped him, now he's helping others: Englishman Jack Morris is cycling to Münster.
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This moment when I became a Hertha fan: Through a child's birthday party and Arne Friedrich, NFL pro Maximilian Mang found his way to the capital's club.
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That moment when I became a Hertha fan: How actor Leonard Kunz developed his fascination for our Old Lady in exile.
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Hertha BSC shortlist: Workshop on Nazi forced labor. Happy Birthday, Frank Kohler. Discoball jacket on sale.
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This moment when I became a Hertha fan: For David and Adam Müllner from the Czech Republic, one thing applies above all: The (Berlin) path is the destination.
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