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Who will take the oldies crown in Lichterfelde?

On Ascension Day, Berlin's strongest senior and old league teams traditionally meet in the capital for the final matches for the defendo Cup. On Thursday, May 14, 2026, Berlin's soccer fans can once again look forward to the best oldie soccer at Stadion Lichterfelde (Ostpreußendamm 3-17, 12207 Berlin).

Tickets can still only be purchased online for eight euros (full payer) or six euros (reduced). Children under the age of twelve are admitted free of charge, but require a free ticket. The BFV ticket store will also be open for ticket purchases during the day of the final. All information on ticket modalities and special authorizations can also be found there: Get your tickets now!

The official landing page for the finals in the defendo Cup, which shows all the pairings and teams, creates anticipation for the finals: Landing page defendo cup finals 2026.

The photo shows a scene on an outdoor soccer field. In the foreground, two people are facing each other. One person is wearing a dark jacket and is pictured with their back to the camera. The other person is wearing a white T-shirt over a long-sleeved blue sports top and blue trousers. Both people are holding hands in a welcoming gesture reminiscent of a handshake. Dark lettering can be seen on the white T-shirt; the word "Pokal" is partially legible, as is a small logo with the inscription "Hertha BSC". Other people are standing on the pitch in the background. Several of them are wearing blue sports jackets or white shirts with blue elements. Some people have brought their hands together in front of their upper body or raised them slightly, which may indicate applause. The ground consists of green grass or artificial turf. A soccer goal, a low fence and dense green trees can be seen in the background. The scene is taken in daylight, which falls evenly over the pitch. The image conveys a situation surrounding a sporting event in which several participants are standing together on the pitch and interacting with each other.
At the forefront of the celebrations every year: Hertha BSC. Photo: BFV

The early bird scores the goal

The final match day opens at 9:00 a.m. with the Ü40 7s of BFC Meteor 06 II and BSV Eintracht Mahlsdorf. At first glance, the spectators can expect the most unequal duel of the day. While Mahlsdorf is in second place in its state league division with the best offense in the league, Meteor is in fifth place in the Kreisliga A two divisions below. However, the Meteor players have proven impressively that they are a force to be reckoned with so far this season, as they have the second-best offense in their league and defeated two Berlin league teams in the defendo cup.

A real top match will take place directly afterwards at 10:35 am. SV Empor Berlin and Wittenauer SC Concordia, the second and first-placed teams in the Ü32 7s Berlin League, will face each other. Defending champions and league leaders Wittenau have by far the best defense in the league, while Empor have the best offense. Wittenau won both league games. Will Empor get their revenge in the cup final?

The photo shows a scene on a soccer pitch with artificial turf. In the foreground, two athletes are running towards the pitch with their backs to the camera. Both are wearing black jerseys, black shorts and black socks with yellow accents. The name of the town "Wittenau" and the shirt numbers "99" and "30" are written in yellow on the shirts. The person with the number 99 has his arms outstretched to the side, while the person with the number 30 is running slightly bent forward. A yellow training cone can be seen on the left edge of the pitch. Behind a low barrier in the background is a large group of spectators. Many people are wearing casual clothes, some are holding drinks in their hands or have their arms raised. Some of the faces are recognizable, some people appear to be in motion, others are standing close together. Behind the spectators are parasols and small buildings or stalls, suggesting an outdoor sporting event. The picture conveys the moment of a sporting event, possibly after a match or a goal has been scored. The focus is on the movement of the two players and the dense backdrop of spectators in the background.
The final matches for the defendo cup electrify the crowds every year. Photo: BFV

Two pitches - unique entertainment!

The hot dance on the stadium pitch will kick off at 12:10 p.m. with a rematch of last year's final between the Hertha BSC and BFC Meteor 06 Ü40 11s teams. This year, the "old lady" is also on top, winning both league games and leading the table ahead of the third-placed team from Wedding. However, BFC Meteor proved in both head-to-head duels that they can keep up, but this time they will have to bring it onto the pitch for 90 minutes in the final.

From 12:30 p.m., the ball will roll in the Ü60 final between SSV Köpenick-Oberspree and FC Viktoria 1889 Berlin. The Köpenickers are currently on a real roll: with the exception of the first matchday in the Berlin League, they have won all of their competitive matches this season and are in first place with the league's best offense and defense. Viktoria are in second place in the Landesliga and have impressed with their home form, which was recently underpinned by a 5-0 win over Stralau. Will the venue suit them against the Ü60 leaders and defending champions?

The photo shows a scene on a soccer pitch with green artificial turf. Two athletes are standing in the foreground with their backs to the camera. Both are wearing light blue jerseys, dark blue shorts and light-colored socks. The club name "SSV Köpenick Oberspree" is written in black on the jerseys, with the shirt numbers "8" and "11" underneath. The person with the number 11 puts an arm around the shoulders of the person with the number 8 and the two move across the pitch together. On the left of the picture, another person playing sports in a light blue and white striped jersey and dark shorts is walking towards them. The person has both arms bent and is raising them upwards. In the middle background is another person in black sportswear, partially concealed. A large soccer goal with a white frame and net can be seen in the background. Behind it are trees and green surroundings, indicating an outdoor facility. The scene is illuminated by daylight and there are clear shadows on the ground. The image conveys a moment in which several participants are standing close to each other or approaching each other on the pitch.
Will Köpenick-Oberspree be able to defend last year's title? Photo: BFV

Final marathon enters the home straight

At 2 p.m., the Ü50 final between Viktoria Berlin and Hertha BSC will take place on the small pitch in Lichterfelde. Viktoria is in second place with the second-best offense in the Berlin League, while Hertha is in fifth place with the third-best defense. In the league, Hertha won the first leg 3:2 after a wild back-and-forth, guaranteeing a thrilling final.

The final kick-off of a long final day will take place at 2:30 pm on the large stadium pitch when SC Charlottenburg and SC Staaken face each other in the Ü32 11s. SC Staaken, currently third in the Berlin League table, won both games against SSC. Berlin League fourth-placed Charlottenburg, meanwhile, go into the final on the back of 25 goals scored in their last four competitive matches. Who will secure the title in the grand final?

The pairings at a glance:

  • 9:00 a.m., Ü40 7s: BFC Meteor 06 II - BSV Eintracht Mahlsdorf

  • 10:35 am, Ü32 7s: SV Empor Berlin - Wittenauer SC Concordia

  • 12:10 pm, Ü40 11s: Hertha BSC - BFC Meteor 06

  • 12:30 pm, Ü60: SSV Köpenick-Oberspree - FC Viktoria 1889 Berlin

  • 14:00, Ü50: FC Viktoria 1889 Berlin - Hertha BSC

  • 14:30, Ü32 11s: SC Charlottenburg - SC Staaken

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