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Heidenheim and Elversberg Set for Bundesliga Relegation Playoff Opener

The first leg of the 2024–25 playoff will kick off on May 22 in Heidenheim, determining which team secures a Bundesliga spot for next season.

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Overview

  • 1. FC Heidenheim finished 16th in the Bundesliga, while SV Elversberg placed 3rd in the 2. Bundesliga, qualifying them for the two-legged relegation playoff.
  • The first leg is scheduled for Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 20:30 in Heidenheim, with the return leg to follow shortly after.
  • Sat.1 will broadcast the match live for free on TV and online via ran.de and Joyn, while Sky offers coverage for pay-TV subscribers and its streaming platforms.
  • The playoff format excludes the away-goals rule, with ties resolved through extra time and penalties if necessary, supported by VAR and goal-line technology.
  • The winner secures a Bundesliga place for the 2025–26 season, while the loser will compete in the 2. Bundesliga next year, carrying significant financial implications for both clubs.