Overview

• 1. FC Heidenheim and SV Elversberg face off in the first leg of the Bundesliga relegation playoff on May 22, 2025, in Heidenheim.
• The playoff will determine whether Heidenheim retains its Bundesliga spot or Elversberg earns promotion from the 2. Bundesliga.
• Fan surveys and polls in the Ostalb region highlight the intense local interest and excitement surrounding the match.
• The game will be broadcast live on free-to-air TV via Sat.1 and on pay-TV through Sky, with streaming options also available.
• The away-goals rule has been removed from the playoff format, with tied aggregates to be decided by extra time and penalties.