Heat battle in Schorndorf: VfB fans celebrate despite 30 degrees!
On June 22, 2025, a VfB football event in Schorndorf attracted numerous fans to the market square despite the great heat.

Heat battle in Schorndorf: VfB fans celebrate despite 30 degrees!
On Sunday, June 22, 2025, the market square in Schorndorf was transformed into a meeting point for football fans. Despite the devastating temperatures of over 30 degrees Celsius and a heat warning, many VfB Stuttgart supporters came together to celebrate the DFB Cup event. The event was part of the “VfB im Ländle” summer tour, where fans had the opportunity to see the coveted DFB Cup trophy and take photos. Several hundred visitors waited patiently in line to take part in this special experience.
Fans also had the opportunity to view the interior of the team bus. Another highlight was the varied stage program, which was moderated by stadium announcer Holger Laser. VfB President Dietmar Allgaier and VfB board member Rouven Kasper were also present, accompanied by several legends of the club. The club mascot Fritzle also created a good atmosphere and numerous participation activities appealed to both young and older visitors.
Social responsibility and upcoming events
A particularly warm aspect of the event was the presence of Stars4Kids, a partner of the VfB “Brustring der Herzen” foundation. Proceeds from the event went directly to the flood victims in Rudersberg, which underlined the VfB family's community ties. The response was overwhelming, with fans agreeing that such events foster a sense of community.
The friends of VfB can also look forward to the next events: On June 28th there will be a market square festival in Ludwigsburg, followed by DFB Cup stops in Calw (June 29th), Albstadt (July 20th) and Heilbronn (July 27th).
DFB Cup final: VfB Stuttgart on the way to the Europa League
The DFB Cup final between VfB Stuttgart and Arminia Bielefeld, a third division team, is scheduled for May 24, 2025 at the Olympic Stadium in Berlin. VfB Stuttgart fought a remarkable way to the final as a Bundesliga team and Champions League participant and will now face outsiders Bielefeld. This final could become a historic event for the third division team, which would be the first third division team to win the DFB Cup. In the said final, the cup winner also qualifies for the Europa League, which is of great sporting importance for both teams.
VfB Stuttgart's path to this final was impressive: in the first round there was a clear 5-0 win against Preußen Münster, followed by a 2-1 win against 1. FC Kaiserslautern in the second round. The other matches against Jahn Regensburg and finally against RB Leipzig were also crowned with success. Bielefeld, who also qualified through impressive performances, are already the first third division team to have beaten four Bundesliga teams in a row, adding to the excitement ahead of the final.
The anticipation for the final is great, and ticket prices vary between 75 and 180 euros. Ticket sales are based on the “first come, first served” principle, which means particular urgency for VfB Stuttgart and its fans.
Overall, the weekend in Schorndorf not only shows the fans' connection to their club, but also the great interest in outstanding sporting achievements and future challenges. Like Stuttgarter Nachrichten as well as ZDF report, the VfB fan scene will certainly experience many more unforgettable moments in the coming weeks.