Arminia Bielefeld: Sensational promotion to the 2nd league celebrated!

Arminia Bielefeld: Sensational promotion to the 2nd league celebrated!

On May 11, 2025, Arminia Bielefeld managed a memorable promotion to the 2nd Bundesliga. The team secured the top of the table with an impressive 2-1 win against SpVgg Unterhaching on Sunday-just one day after the early promotion, which was made possible by the defeat of Dynamo Dresden. This will take the team in the new season in the second highest German league.

The players landed on Sunday evening at 7:40 p.m. in the charter plane in Paderborn, where an enthusiastic fan base was waiting for them. Fans and relatives received the promotion heroes in the arrival hall before making their way to Bielefeld.

celebrations around the ascent

The promotion euphoria reached its climax on Sunday at Jahnplatz in Bielefeld, where numerous fans with singing and flags celebrated an exuberant reception for their team. Jürgen, a long -time fan, and the two -year -old Matti, who celebrated with his father Andre, were part of the cheering crowd. The police observed the celebrations that were without incidents.

For many fans, the climb was a reason to be happy, and optimistic voices like that of Ajen Sivanandan and Robin Kleiber made it clear that they also hope for a championship that Arminia could secure with two more. The celebrations also included a “promotion alarm” celebration in the Café Europa, which began at 11 p.m., while a big promotion ceremony with the professionals for May 25th after the cup final was announced at the town hall balcony. Mayor Pit Clausen will receive the team there.

On May 24, Bielefeld will compete in the Berlin Olympic Stadium in the DFB Cup final against VfB Stuttgart. A victory in the cup final would mean entry into the Europa League and thus represent another triumph for the association. The game is broadcast live on the Jahnplatz with public viewing, so that those who cannot travel to Berlin can also follow the game together.

historical context of the ascent

The way to promotion to the 2nd Bundesliga for Arminia Bielefeld is the highlight of an exciting season, which is characterized by a successful return of the association after years of decline. In order to understand the context, it is important to look at the history of the ascents to the 2nd Bundesliga, which has changed since the 1974/75 season. There were different formats for promotion rounds, especially through the introduction of new play classes such as the regional leader from 1994.

In recent years, the structure of German football has undergone changes that have significantly influenced the system of ascents and relegations. As in the past, the rise for Arminia is a significant step and is celebrated not only in Bielefeld, but also in the football community of Germany. The club has proven itself over time again and again shows that it is on the right track.