1st Round – DFB-Pokal 2026/27 live at Sportsbar West Düsseldorf – Public Viewing

Finally it's back on: the DFB Cup 2026/27 kicks off with the first round – and with it begins one of the most exciting phases of the German football calendar. When underdogs meet favorites, when small stadiums suddenly become a big stage and when a single match decides progression or elimination, it’s cup time again.

The first round of the DFB Cup takes place this cup weekend with numerous fixtures and will continue in early September with two more top matches. For football fans this means: many games, many stories and plenty of excitement. It’s exactly this mix that makes the DFB Cup so special.

If you want to watch the 2026/27 first round of the DFB Cup live at Sportsbar West Düsseldorf, you’re in the right place. Depending on the schedule and program we show selected cup matches live on big screens or the appropriate DFB Cup conference. That way you can experience the key moments, goals and decisions together with other football fans at the public viewing in Düsseldorf.

On paper there are clear favorites. But in the first cup round nothing is a given. An early goal, a heated stadium atmosphere, extra time or a penalty shoot‑out can completely turn a game around. At the same time there are, of course, matches where the big clubs aim to dominate. Between surprises, cup drama and clear favorite victories anything is possible.

The first round becomes especially interesting thanks to many exciting duels. Fortuna Düsseldorf vs SC Freiburg is, from a Düsseldorf perspective, naturally a real highlight. Added to that are big cup pairings such as Hamburg Eimsbütteler BC vs Borussia Dortmund, VfL Osnabrück vs Bayern Munich, SC Verl vs Hamburger SV, MSV Duisburg vs SV Elversberg, SV Wehen Wiesbaden vs Bayer Leverkusen or Hansa Rostock vs VfB Stuttgart.

Other encounters also have their appeal: SV Waldhof Mannheim vs 1. FC Kaiserslautern brings a lot of tradition to the pitch, Rot‑Weiss Essen vs St. Pauli promises an intense atmosphere, and games like Hallescher FC vs Schalke 04, Würzburger Kickers vs 1. FC Köln or Eintracht Trier vs RB Leipzig showcase exactly what makes the cup special: big names, uncomfortable away fixtures and the chance for an upset.

The first cup round lives on these contrasts. For the favorites it’s all about progressing, for the outsiders it’s often the game of the year. That’s why it pays off to watch the matches not alone at home but together with other fans in a genuine sports‑bar atmosphere.

At the Sportsbar West Düsseldorf you’ll find large screens, cold drinks, tasty food and the right vibe for a true cup evening. Whether it’s a single match, a conference, a favorite win or a cup sensation – at the DFB Cup public viewing in Düsseldorf we look forward to exciting football moments with you.

Check out the current DFB Cup schedule 2026/27 and keep an eye on which fixtures are coming up. For popular games, larger groups and special cup evenings it’s worth reserving a table in advance.

When does the first round of the DFB Cup 2026/27 start?
The first round of the DFB Cup 2026/27 starts on Friday, 21 August 2026. The bulk of the games run from 21 to 24 August, with two more fixtures following in early September.

Can I watch the DFB Cup live at Sportsbar West Düsseldorf?
Yes, we show selected DFB Cup matches live on big screens or the appropriate conference depending on the schedule and program.

Is there DFB Cup public viewing in Düsseldorf?
Yes, at Sportsbar West Düsseldorf you can experience selected first‑round DFB Cup games together with other football fans during public viewing.

Which games are especially interesting in the first cup round?
Highlights include Fortuna Düsseldorf vs SC Freiburg, Hamburg Eimsbütteler BC vs Borussia Dortmund, Osnabrück vs Bayern Munich, Verl vs HSV, Wiesbaden vs Leverkusen, Rostock vs Stuttgart and Waldhof Mannheim vs Kaiserslautern.

Do you show a DFB Cup conference?
If it fits the program, we also show the DFB Cup conference so you can follow multiple games, goals and decisions in parallel.

Should I reserve a table for DFB Cup games?
Yes, especially for popular matches, top clubs or larger groups we recommend booking early.