VfL Wolfsburg was fined 238,600 Euros by the DFB Sports Court. The verdict was made after fan misconduct.

What happened?

On May 16, 2026, VfL Wolfsburg fans ignited approximately 140 Bengal fireworks, 26 rockets, 16 smoke bombs, four bangers, and one flasher during the Bundesliga championship game against FC St. Pauli.

Why is this important for VfL Wolfsburg?

The fine is a heavy blow to the club, which currently stands 16th in the Bundesliga with 29 points and a record of 7 wins, 8 draws, and 19 losses from 34 games.

What's next?

The club has agreed to the verdict and will now look for ways to pay the fine. Up to 79,500 Euros of this can be used by the club for its own security or violence prevention measures, which must be proven to the DFB by December 31, 2026. The recent 2-1 loss to SC Paderborn 07 on May 25, 2026, has increased the pressure on the club. With 45 goals scored and 69 conceded, VfL Wolfsburg has a negative goal difference of 24. VfL Wolfsburg is 60 points behind league leader Bayern Munich and must now fight for every point to avoid relegation.