Riot after the cup victory: 1,800 euros damage in the Biergarten Golgatha!

Riot after the cup victory: 1,800 euros damage in the Biergarten Golgatha!

After VfB Stuttgart's DFB Cup victory on May 26, 2025, there were massive riots in the "Golgatha" beer garden in Berlin-Kreuzberg. Around 150 fans are said to have rioted there, which led to significant damage, reports rbb24 . The managing director of the beer garden, Nicole Plattner, described that several window panes were taken, three lamps were destroyed and two sofas were torn. In addition, beer was poured onto the walls. The total damage amounts to around 1,800 euros.

According to eyewitness reports, the rioters lit several Bengalos in the outside area of ​​the beer garden and were active for about an hour. Plattner explained that the beer garden employees informed the police, but did not arrive. In view of the incidents, she plans to file a complaint against the rioters. The beer garden had recently run through a renovation, and Plattner expressed its resentment about VfB Stuttgart. The association had mentioned the beer garden as a place for the game without consultation, which led to a communication margin.

allegations and reactions

Ms. Plattner demanded that VfB Stuttgart take responsibility for the incidents. On the official website of the association, several beer gardens, including Golgatha, were recommended as fan towns. VfB spokesman Holger Broyne regretted the riots and emphasized that there had previously been peaceful celebrations. He announced that he contacted the beer garden to clarify the situation.

The recent incidents in the Golgatha beer garden are not isolated. In recent decades, violent clashes have increased at sporting events. The Research Center for Violence at sporting events emphasizes that in many countries, measures to reduce violence are implemented, such as the Hooligan Konkordat, which provides for regulations for fan trips. In Switzerland, too, the league follows a strategy called "Good Hosting", which aims to receive fans as guests instead of deteriorating them through security measures.

conclusion and outlook

The incidents in the Golgatha beer garden also highlight the challenges in the management of sports fans and the need to intensify preventive measures. It is now due to those responsible for clubs and authorities to draw teachings from such events in order to prevent future riots and create a safe environment for football fans.