Borussia Dortmund rewards fans who use less phone at matches

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 9:49 AM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Borussia Dortmund rewards fans who use less phone at matches
Summary

Borussia Dortmund will introduce a new feature called "FanModus" at Signal Iduna Park during their match against Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday. The feature encourages fans to keep their phones away to prevent distractions during games. Fans will earn points for each minute their screen remains locked, with the possibility to win club-themed prizes. With nearly two-thirds of spectators reportedly using their phones at stadiums, this initiative aims to enhance the matchday experience by reducing phone-related disruptions. Fans must activate this feature before kickoff and can use their phones at halftime, but must reactivate it for the second half.

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  • •New app feature 'FanModus' launches October 29.
  • •Fans earn points for non-use of smartphones during matches.
  • •Those with highest scores can win signed merchandise.
  • •Feature must be reactivated after halftime.
  • •Two-thirds of fans reported phone usage during games.
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  • 9:49 AMYahoo Sports — 📲 Fan mode! Dortmund to 'reward' fans who ditch phones at matches
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