Hertha BSC

Hertha Berliner Sport-Club von 1892 e.V. traces its roots back to May 25, 1892, making it one of the oldest football institutions in Germany. The club was a founding member of the German Football Association when officials gathered in Leipzig in 1900. Their early dominance included back-to-back German championships in 1930 and 1931, establishing a legacy that defines the club's identity today.

Currently competing in the 2. Bundesliga, Hertha plays its home games at the Olympiastadion Berlin. This historic venue holds about 74,667 spectators and was originally constructed for the 1936 Summer Olympics. The stadium serves as a central gathering point for fans who support the team through decades of fluctuating fortunes between the top flight and the second division.

The squad operates with a mix of youth development and experienced international talent. Recent seasons have seen the team navigate challenges while aiming for promotion back to the Bundesliga. Fans refer to the club as Die Alte Dame, a nickname reflecting their long-standing presence in German sports culture. [edit]

The club secured national titles in 1930 and 1931, cementing an early legacy that still resonates today. Beyond domestic glory, Hertha won the DFB-Pokal once in 1971. The team has experienced a rollercoaster trajectory over recent decades, often oscillating between the top flight and the second division.

In the 2026/27 season, the squad prepared for its fourth consecutive year in the 2. Bundesliga after missing promotion in previous campaigns. September 2026 brought a perfect start with a 3-1 away victory against VfL Osnabrück. Momentum continued with a 1-0 win over Dynamo Dresden in April 2026 and a decisive 5-2 triumph against Fortuna Düsseldorf in March 2026.

A match against Arminia Bielefeld ended in a 1-1 draw in December 2025. Standout performances came from Icelandic striker Jónas Þórðarson, who scored crucial goals during this winning run. The roster currently features 27 players with an average age of 24.0 years, including 11 foreign players representing 40.7% of the squad. [edit]