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.
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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.
Late Aue goals gild Emmerich's farewell
Striker Bär gave interim coach Emmerich a nice farewell late on. Before that, the Saxons had to tremble for a long time.
South Korean Park leaves Dynamo Dresden
After two and a half years at Dynamo Dresden, full-back Park is returning to his home country. He simply has too much competition in his position.
Cottbus ice-cold against Rostock- Dynamo and Aue also win
Energie makes a lot out of very little - unlike Hansa. Dynamo remain unbeaten at home. Sijaric Aue's matchwinner in a wild game.
Aue win 6:4 in Sandhausen thanks to Sijaric's treble
Erzgebirge Aue manages to break free in the 3rd division. Omar Sijaric in particular shines at the goal festival in Sandhausen.
Dynamo Dresden top the table: 2:1 win against Mannheim
The third win in a row takes Dynamo to the top of the table for the time being. The Saxons played like a top team against a strong opponent.
Härtel new Aue coach from January
In Braunschweig, the chapter was already over after eleven games. Jens Härtel wants to make a fresh start with Aue.
Floodlighting is a hot topic: start of construction at the Ostseestadion delayed
It is a highly emotional and expensive topic in Rostock: the old escape lighting system of the Ostseestadion is to be recreated 1:1. Despite great fan support, there are problems.
Three-match ban for Aue's Marvin Stefaniak
Third division club FC Erzgebirge Aue will be without Marvon Stefaniak for the next three games. His red card in the match against Verl will result in a ban.
East duo marches ahead - Rostock also wins
Dynamo Dresden are the first Cottbus hunters after a strong performance. Rostock also continues to score points.
Separation with announcement: Erzgebirge Aue sacks coach Dotchev
The 2:5 home defeat against SC Verl was too much. Aue brings forward the departure of Pavel Dotchev announced for the end of the season.
Separation with announcement: Erzgebirge Aue sacks coach Dotchev
The 2:5 home defeat against SC Verl was too much. Aue brings forward the departure of Pavel Dotchev announced for the end of the season.
Dynamo in a frenzy: 4:2 victory in Sandhausen
Dresden show morale in Sandhausen, come back after trailing twice and then play a strong away match. The reward: second place in the table.
Aue loses contact with the top of the table after defeat to Verl
Aue aim to move closer to the promotion places against Verl. However, the more mature visitors teach the Saxons a lesson.
Third division professional Loune causes accident under the influence of alcohol
Ali Loune from third division club Erzgebirge Aue causes a traffic accident. The club confirms a police report, which also mentions alcohol.
Cottbus and Dresden in luck - Hansa bounce back
Energie Cottbus have retaken the lead in the table, Dresden avoid their first home defeat. Things are slowly looking up for Rostock.
"Nobody can know": Dotchev on earlier Aue farewell
During the week, Erzgebirge Aue announced that they would not be renewing the coach's contract. He is now not ruling out an earlier departure.
Appendectomy: Aue without Clausen for several weeks
Mika Clausen came to Aue from the regional league and quickly became a regular. Now the attacker has to take a long break after an operation.
Media: Aue part ways with Dotchev at the end of the season
The relationship between Aue coach Pavel Dotchev and sporting director Matthias Heidrich is not considered to be the best. Now the club has apparently made an unexpected decision.
Dynamo president Scholze sharply criticized after resignation
Following a dispute with Dynamo Dresden's honorary council, president Holger Scholze resigns. The day after, he speaks out with clear criticism.
Tests against RB Leipzig: Aue lets members vote
A secret test match against RB Leipzig caused displeasure in the Erzgebirge Aue fan scene. How should this be handled in future? The club put the members to the vote.
6:1 in test match: Dynamo Dresden confident against Erfurt
Dynamo score six goals against Erfurt at slow speed. The Thuringians were able to celebrate shortly before the end.
FC Erzgebirge Aue very efficient: 2:1 against Essen
Without the suspended coach Pavel Dotchev, Aue beat Essen. However, the Violets did not put in a commanding performance.
Erzgebirge Aue miss out on home win against Saarbrücken
Erzgebirge Aue fail to win a home match against Saarbrücken for the first time. However, the draw is fair. Both teams quarrel with the referee.
Dynamo Dresden miss out on top spot in the 3rd division
Dynamo Dresden miss out on the jump to the top of the table. Jonas Oehmichen saves at least one point in Ingolstadt.
Erzgebirge Aue defeats VfB Stuttgart II 1:0
After losing four games in a row, Erzgebirge Aue won a game again. However, this victory was not a liberating blow.
Dusel victory: Dynamo Dresden win against Hannover 96 II
Dynamo Dresden pick up three points again after four games without a win in a row. The Saxons turn the game around with a last-minute goal.
Dusel victory: Dynamo Dresden win against Hannover 96 II
Dynamo Dresden pick up three points again after four games without a win in a row. The Saxons turn the game around with a last-minute goal.
Dresden lose 0:1 in Wiesbaden - Kutschke with red
Dynamo Dresden remain winless once again. Although the Saxons were better in Wiesbaden, the hosts scored the goal. A Dynamo player was also shown a straight red card.
Energie Cottbus wins the East derby in Aue
Erzgebirge Aue remain in crisis with their fourth defeat in a row. In the clash against Energie Cottbus, the team once again lacked offensive strength.
Dynamo's biggest construction sites: Defense and standards
Dynamo Dresden is struggling after a good start to the season. There are reasons for this, which the coach and team have recognized.
Dynamo Dresden rewards itself late: 3:3 against Essen
Dynamo Dresden can no longer win at home. They also drew again against Rot-Weiß Essen.
Third defeat in a row: Aue loses in Mannheim
Aue suffers its third defeat in a row and thus its first minor crisis of the season. Marcel Bär is clearly missing for the game against Mannheim.
FC Hansa Rostock ends drought with win against FC Erzgebirge Aue
FC Erzgebirge and Hansa deliver a thrilling East duel that is only decided in stoppage time.
Dynamo Dresden loses to Borussia Dortmund II in the 3rd division
The favorite struggles in the black-yellow exchange of blows. Dresden remained pale once again, especially in attack. They are now in danger of losing the lead in the table.
Dynamo Dresden wins its way back to the top of the table
Dresden are by no means as dominant as the final score suggests. However, the Saxons were more efficient against Verl than they had been for a long time.
Erzgebirge Aue wins against SV Wehen Wiesbaden
The English week starts with a win for the Violets. After two minor setbacks, they are back on track.
Dynamo Dresden surrender lead in table: 1:1 against Hansa Rostock
Rostock are still waiting for their first win after matchday 6. The point was fought for in Dresden, but Dynamo squandered the victory due to too few clear actions.
Aue fight for a draw in Unterhaching
Aue let a lead slip against Unterhaching and then fought their way to a draw. The Veilchen thus remain unbeaten away from home.
Aue's Kilian Jakob cannot play despite cuff
Auer left-back Kilian Jakob has broken his ulna. After training with a special cuff, he signals that he will not be able to play in Unterhaching.
Dynamo Dresden wins against TSV 1860 Munich in the 3rd division
Dynamo take a deserved lead in the late kick-off in Munich. But then the Saxons slip up. But the hosts make even more mistakes.
Admission problems: 1860 Munich against Dynamo starts later
The match between the Sechziger and Dynamo is kicked off late. The reason is a problem with the admission of the fans.
FC Erzgebirge Aue plays test match at 1 FC Nuremberg
Third division leaders Erzgebirge Aue take on second division side Nuremberg during the international break. However, spectators are not permitted.
Lucky 2:1 in Aachen: Goalscorer Bär extends Auer streak
Erzgebirge Aue go into the international break as leaders of the third division. Goalscorer Bär punished Aachen's lax handling of the many scoring chances.
Dynamo Dresden sign defender Risch
Dresden have their next new signing. Sascha Risch comes to the Elbe, the defender last played in Ulm.
Leaders Aue with best start - Cottbus celebrates Borgmann
Three wins after three third division matches is unprecedented. Aue thus underpins its promotion ambitions. In Cottbus, everyone is celebrating with a special joker. Hansa give away the win.
Emotional scenes in the Saxony derby: Aue beats Dresden 2:0
The two veterans from Aue and Dresden clash in the Saxony derby. However, only one of them is punished. That annoys Dynamo coach Stamm.