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Bundesliga 2026-27 season kicks off with 18 clubs and new promotions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 6:00 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Bundesliga 2026-27 season kicks off with 18 clubs and new promotions

Summary

The Bundesliga begins its 2026-27 season on August 28, featuring matches involving Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and newly promoted teams. Bayern Munich will host Stuttgart while Borussia Dortmund faces Hamburg in the opening fixtures. The season will see Schalke, Elversberg, and Paderborn competing in the top flight, replacing St. Pauli, Heidenheim, and Wolfsburg. DFB-Pokal first round and Supercup matches are scheduled for August 21-22, ahead of the league's opening week. Fans in the USA can catch the action on USA Network and streaming platforms.

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By the Numbers

•Season starts on August 28 with Bayern Munich vs. Stuttgart.
•Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund remain title contenders.
•Schalke, Elversberg, and Paderborn promoted to the Bundesliga.
•First round DFB-Pokal matches set for August 21-22.
•Games available on USA Network and streaming services.

Latest Updates

6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Bundesliga 2026-27 season schedule: Fixtures, results, start date, all 18 clubs

What they're saying

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Better late than never, the Bundesliga begins its 2026-27 season in late August as 17 teams look to challenge Bayern Munich's route to another title.
— Yahoo Sports

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