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Hansa Rostock: Record crowd against TSG U23 surpasses cup match!
Experience the impressive attendance figures at Hansa Rostock's games in the DFB Cup and the 3rd League on September 5, 2025.
Hansa Rostock: Record crowd against TSG U23 surpasses cup match!
The Ostseestadion sports facility in Rostock attracted wide attention in August. Hansa Rostock's two home games against TSG Hoffenheim thrilled the fans and attracted astonishing numbers of spectators. The third division game against Hoffenheim's U23s was particularly a real crowd puller. According to diefalsche9.de, 24,126 spectators came to watch the exciting encounter. For comparison, the DFB Cup game against the professionals from Hoffenheim only attracted 22,264 spectators.
What is particularly noteworthy is that the game against the U23s is the biggest backdrop in the history of this league. Almost like a small miracle when you consider that in the DFB Cup only 370 away fans celebrated the away win (0:4), while in the third division match only 15 Hoffenheim supporters were present to celebrate Hansa Rostock's 1-0 victory.
The viewer numbers at a glance
Rostock is not alone with its impressive number of spectators: the team performed best in the last matchday of the 3rd league. Here's a look at the number of viewers that day:
- Hansa Rostock gegen TSG Hoffenheim II: 24.126 Zuschauer
- Alemannia Aachen gegen RWE in Essen: 19.300 Zuschauer (ausverkauft)
- RWE und MSV Duisburg: je 19.300 Zuschauer im Schnitt
But the popularity is not only evident in Rostock. The 3rd division is becoming increasingly popular and recorded an average of almost 10,000 spectators per game in the 2023/2024 season. This is a significant increase of around 20 percent compared to the previous season, where the average was 8,200. This shows dfb.de that the 3rd league has a special appeal not only in this country, but also throughout Europe.
A look at the statistics
Germany, along with England's League One, has secured the title of highest attendance among the third leagues in Europe - with an impressive 9,700 fans per game. Dynamo Dresden leads the list with an average of 28,732 spectators at home games. Nine third division teams even had an average attendance in the five-figure range.
The league doesn't just get support from fans; Roasting also makes progress in sport. An analysis of the games showed that a total of 1,066 goals were scored last season, which is the third best value in league history. The interest remains unbroken and it remains exciting to see how the upcoming games will develop.
In summary, Hansa Rostock not only shows strength on the pitch, but also off it. The enthusiasm of the fans is a testament to the lively third division culture in Germany. Another reason why the 3rd league is very popular with both players and spectators. You can find more information about the number of spectators at kicker.de.