Germany: DFB & its 23,868 clubs surpass 8 million members (+3.86% in one year)

News Tank Football - Paris - News #405683 - Published on 16/07/25 at 09:20
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"More girls, more referees and more than 8 million members," states the DFB, which is 125 years old - ©  DFB

"For the first time in its 125-year history, the DFB (founded in Leipzig on 28/01/1900) has recorded more than eight million memberships in the almost 24,000 (23,868) clubs organised under its umbrella (in 2024-25). This represents an increase of 3.86% compared to the previous year. The largest percentage increase in memberships was among girls...

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"More girls, more referees and more than 8 million members," states the DFB, which is 125 years old - ©  DFB

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