Bayer Uerdingen’s ‘miracle of Berlin’ bewildered Bayern Munich before slow fade to obscurity
Bayer Uerdingen achieved a historic upset by defeating Bayern Munich 2-1 in the 1985 DFB-Pokal final, a significant moment in German football history. This victory marked a rare giant-killing event in a sport often dominated by a few major clubs. However, Uerdingen's fortunes declined in the years following their triumph due to financial difficulties.
- ▪Bayer Uerdingen won the 1985 DFB-Pokal final against Bayern Munich, marking a significant upset in German football.
- ▪The match took place at Berlin's Olympic Stadium, which was hosting the final for the first time since its renovation.
- ▪Despite their victory, Uerdingen struggled financially in the years following their cup win, leading to a decline in their fortunes.
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Bayer Uerdingen players celebrate with the DFB Cup in the stands, from left to right: Horst Feilzer, Matthias Herget and Norbert Brinkmann. Photograph: Engler/Ullstein Bild/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenBayer Uerdingen players celebrate with the DFB Cup in the stands, from left to right: Horst Feilzer, Matthias Herget and Norbert Brinkmann. Photograph: Engler/Ullstein Bild/Getty ImagesEuropean club footballBayer Uerdingen’s ‘miracle of Berlin’ bewildered Bayern Munich before slow fade to obscurity How the modest club from Krefeld rocked the holders to win the 1985 DFB-Pokal final – only for their fortunes to fade when funding ran dryAndy MartinFri 22 May 2026 03.00 EDTLast modified on Fri 22 May 2026 03.02 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleWhen Matthias Herget, flanked by Horst…
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