Competition
DFB-Pokal
About DFB-Pokal
The DFB-Pokal is the German football cup, contested annually by 64 clubs from across the German football pyramid. The competition is single-elimination, with the final held at the Olympiastadion in Berlin every year — a tradition dating back to 1985. The winner qualifies for the following season's UEFA Europa League league phase.
In Germany, broadcast rights are shared between ARD (free-to-air, on Das Erste) and Sky Deutschland (paid). ARD broadcasts a selection of matches in each round including the final; Sky covers all matches live. International rights are held by other broadcasters depending on the country.
Coverage snapshot
In the current schedule, DFB-Pokal has 0 listed matches with 0 broadcasting channels. The channel mix is 0 free-to-air and 0 subscription services in this dataset.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch the DFB-Pokal?
In Germany, ARD broadcasts selected DFB-Pokal matches free-to-air on Das Erste, including the final. Sky Deutschland covers all matches live by subscription. International rights vary by country.
When is the DFB-Pokal final?
The DFB-Pokal final is held annually at the Olympiastadion in Berlin in late May, immediately before the end of the German football season. Berlin has hosted the final every year since 1985.
Does the DFB-Pokal winner qualify for European football?
Yes — the winner of the DFB-Pokal earns a place in the following season's UEFA Europa League league phase.
References
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