Here Is The 50-Page Bundesliga Concept Document That Allows League To Return Playing In Coronavirus Times
The German Bundesliga is the first major European league to restart soccer today. To get the green light from the politics for the league's return, the DFL (organizing body of the Bundesliga) has worked out a special 50 page medical concept in cooperation with medical professionals.
Bundesliga Coronavirus Concept
The Bundesliga Coronavirus Guide is spitted in four parts that are important to be able to return playing soccer with a responsible risk - Stadiums, Training Facilities, Hotels & Home Hygiene.
The concept has three main fields of action.
I. Documenting COVID-19 cases and their progression in all the clubs from 27 April to the last season match for the entire periphery of the teams and (assistant) referees.
II. Frequent and regular testing of people directly and indirectly involved in training and competition for COVID-19 infection in an appropriate format.
III. Ensuring that the risk of contagion is minimised during joint training and matches (logistics and organisational measures at the training and match site as well as rules of conduct for everyone involved).
There are various restrictions and guides for all of these areas - below is a graphic that shows off the situation of a match-day, on which a maximum of 326 people should be in and around the stadium.
In total, the German Bundesliga will make around 25,000 thousands tests for people involved.
The concept of the DFL applies to all Bundesliga, Bundesliga 2, men's 3. Liga and Women’s Bundesliga clubs, referees and other relevant persons.
However, the best concept relies on the people to follow it. Hertha's Salomon Kalou published a now infamous video in which he and team mates violated against the regulations. Augsburg's coach Heiko Herrlich went to a local supermarket during the team's one-week quarantine and will be not able to coach the team.
Share your thoughts in the comments below and check out the full document.
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Stunning Fortuna Köln 2026 Regional Cup Final Kit Released
German side SC Fortuna Köln has released a highly limited special-edition kit to wear during their upcoming 2026 Mittelrheinpokal final. Produced by Dutch sportswear brand Robey, this exclusive release celebrates the club's first appearance in the regional cup final in six years, as they look to secure the trophy for the first time in 13 years.
The Robey SC Fortuna Köln 2026 Cup Final shirt introduces a striking tri-color gradient design that provides a highly bespoke look for the occasion. The top of the jersey begins in a deep navy blue, smoothly fading into a vibrant light blue chest band before transitioning into a clean white lower half.
Adding a premium, historic touch to the kit, all application details - including the Robey manufacturer branding, the central 'HIT' sponsor, and a classic standalone 'F' retro crest - are executed in metallic gold. A subtle light blue V-neck collar and matching sleeve cuffs complete the sophisticated aesthetic.
Priced at €75, this exclusive release serves as a unique collector's item for supporters of the Regionalliga West side. Curiously, while releasing this kit, the club has actively pushed an "All in Red" (Alle in Rot) motto for the fans attending the match, asking supporters to create a sea of red in the stands despite the team wearing their special-edition colors on the pitch.
What are your thoughts on this striking gradient Cup Final kit by Robey? Let us know in the comments below.
Aston Villa to Wear Third Kit with Charity Sponsor in Europa League Final
Aston Villa has officially confirmed they will wear their 2025-2026 Adidas third kit for the upcoming UEFA Europa League Final against SC Freiburg in Istanbul.
The decision was made due to a direct kit clash with the German side's traditional all-red home strip, forcing the Premier League club out of their iconic claret and blue. Furthermore, due to strict betting licensing regulations in Turkey, the club's principal partner, Betano, cannot be legally displayed on the jerseys. In response, the space is used by the Aston Villa Foundation for the historic showpiece event.
This special-edition jersey also features the Aston Villa Foundation branding across the chest in matching purple typography, sitting just below a commemorative Match ID text that marks the May 20 final at Besiktas Park.
Recognizing the historical significance of this unique uniform, the club is making the charity edition available to the public. Supporters can purchase these limited-edition shirts, complete with the foundation branding and central match details, in both authentic and replica versions from official club stores.
This rare combination of an alternate kit, a one-off charity sponsor, and European final detailing instantly makes this release a highly sought-after piece for shirt collectors.
