Kickers Emden against Meppen: Derby fever in the sold-out stadium!

Kickers Emden against Meppen: Derby fever in the sold-out stadium!

In the East Frisia Stadium there is an exciting start for the Regionalliga Nord, because on Friday, July 23, 2025, at 7 p.m., the big rivals Kickers Emden and SV Meppen face each other. The huge encouragement of the fans is already shown in advance, where 4,500 tickets have already been sold by Wednesday afternoon. The seats are already sold out, and the stadium could be as well filled as at last year's test game against Werder Bremen, which attracted 7,200 spectators. Everywhere you hear the slogan: "Emden, Meppen - and nothing else" that support the fans with full conviction.

Last year the derby at the start of the season became an emotional evidence for the passion of the supporters: Around 6,200 spectators were there at the time to see how Kickers Emden won the game 1-0. If the meeting of the two teams is just as exciting as last year, fans can look forward to an exciting game.

atmosphere and number of spectators

The anticipation for the game is great among the supporters, not least because of the impressive audience interest last season. According to the 100 percentage meinverein.de, the number of spectators in the regional league north varied considerably, with maximum values of up to 7,182 spectators and an average of 798 spectators per home game. The fans of Kickers Emden seem to be determined to top these numbers this year.

The emotions around the derby are always high, and the atmospheric banter among fans can already be felt. Local rivality is encountered with burning enthusiasm and the sympathies are clearly distributed. The enormous ticket sales for this important duel make the anticipation and expectations continue to increase and promise a full house.

with a view to the statistics

The meeting of the two teams not only promises an exciting football game, but is also an important test for both teams at the beginning of the new season. For the Kickers and SV Meppen, it is not only a derby, but also an opportunity to get shape at the start of the Regionalliga North. Last year the Kickers were able to celebrate the first important point win, and the question is in the room whether they can repeat this success.

For the spectators who come to the stadium on Friday evening, it will not only be about the points, but also about the community of fans and the unforgettable atmosphere of a derby. So, dear fans: pack your scarves and be there when it says: Kickers Emden against SV Meppen!