Historic achievement in the German second division
Official promotion to the Bundesliga
Elversberg has achieved a historic milestone by securing promotion to the German Bundesliga for the 2026–2027 season for the very first time in its history.
The club earned promotion after finishing the 2. Bundesliga season in second place with 62 points, guaranteeing direct qualification to the top flight.
Promotion-clinching match
Strong victory in the final round
Elversberg sealed its promotion with a convincing 3–0 win over Preußen Münster in the final round of the competition.
This victory confirmed the club’s deserved rise and marked a new chapter in its history.
Bundesliga promotion system
How promotion works
The German 2. Bundesliga system allows the top two teams to gain direct promotion to the Bundesliga, while the third-placed team plays a playoff against the 16th-placed Bundesliga club.
Other clubs in the promotion race
Schalke and Paderborn in focus
The season also saw Schalke secure direct promotion after finishing at the top of the table, marking their return to the Bundesliga.
Meanwhile, third-placed Paderborn will face VfL Wolfsburg in a playoff to decide the final spot in the next Bundesliga season.
FAQ
Has Elversberg been promoted to the Bundesliga for the first time?
Yes, it is the first promotion in the club’s history.
How did Elversberg secure promotion?
By finishing second in the 2. Bundesliga.
How many points did Elversberg earn?
They collected 62 points.
Who did Elversberg beat in the final match?
They defeated Preußen Münster 3–0.
Are there other promoted teams?
Yes, Schalke also secured promotion, while Paderborn will play a playoff match.
