Supercup: The Curtain-Raiser to the German Football Season
An Overview of the Prestigious Football Match
The German Super Cup, or Deː ʔɛf ˈɛlː ˈzuːpɐkap, is an annual one-off football match that marks the beginning of the German football season. The match features the winners of the Bundesliga, Germany's top football league, and the winners of the DFB Cup, the German cup competition.
History and Tradition
The Super Cup was first played in 1987 and has since become a traditional curtain-raiser to the domestic season in Germany. The match is typically played in July or August and is often seen as a barometer for the upcoming season.
Format and Eligibility
The Super Cup is contested by the winners of the Bundesliga and DFB Cup. If the same team wins both competitions, the runner-up of the Bundesliga is eligible to participate. The match is played at a neutral venue, which is determined by the German Football Association (DFB).
Recent Winners
The most recent Super Cup was won by RB Leipzig, who defeated Bayern Munich 3-0 in 2023. Dani Olmo scored a hat-trick for Leipzig to secure the first piece of silverware for the 2023/24 season.
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