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Fourteen Clubs Announce Independent Frauen-Bundesliga Association, Breaking With DFB

Club leaders say promised terms never appeared in DFB contract drafts, prompting a step they view as essential for professional growth.

Overview

  • The founding event remains set for December 10 but has been moved from the DFB Campus to an Eintracht-hosted venue at Frankfurt’s stadium.
  • The DFB said it was surprised by the statements, noted it was never meant to be part of the league association, and pledged to continue talks.
  • Eintracht’s Axel Hellmann warned of a potential irreparable loss of trust after agreements were, in the clubs’ view, not reflected in documents.
  • The clubs point to a survey indicating investment needs of roughly €300–700 million over eight years, compared with the DFB’s €100 million proposal.
  • Whether the process leads to a joint venture with the DFB or a fully independent path remains unresolved.