Overview
- The first leg of the Bundesliga relegation playoff between Heidenheim and Elversberg will take place on May 22 at 8:30 PM local time in Heidenheim's Voith-Arena.
- This year's playoffs are the first to exclude the away-goals rule, with tied aggregates now decided through extra time or penalties if necessary.
- Heidenheim finished 16th in the Bundesliga, narrowly avoiding direct relegation, while Elversberg secured 3rd place in the 2. Bundesliga after a strong season under coach Horst Steffen.
- Elversberg aims to make history with its first Bundesliga promotion, while Heidenheim seeks to extend its stay in the top division after overcoming challenges during the season.
- The matches will be broadcast live on Sat.1, Sky, and streaming platforms, drawing national attention due to significant sporting and financial stakes.