About

Braunschweiger Turn- und Sportverein Eintracht von 1895, commonly known as Eintracht Braunschweig, was founded on 1 January 1895 and is a football club from Braunschweig that competes in the 2. Bundesliga. The club has a long recorded history in German football, and collectors can discover curated signed shirts and memorabilia on Walkouts.

Home matches have been played at the Eintracht-Stadion since 1923, a ground that now holds 24,406 spectators and remains central to the club’s identity. The high point in Eintracht Braunschweig’s honours is their status as Bundesliga champions 1966-67, a title that still drives demand for shirts from that era.

Founded as FuCC Eintracht 1895 and a founding member of the German Football Association, the club enjoyed regional success in the early 20th century and re-established itself after the war in the Oberliga Nord. Managers such as Helmut Johannsen shaped the golden era, while Torsten Lieberknecht later engineered a dramatic resurgence that returned the team to the Bundesliga in 2013. The Lower Saxony derby with Hannover 96 is a persistent provenance marker for many match shirts.

Collector interest often centres on milestone releases. The club’s centenary saw renewed attention to heritage designs, and references to a Centenary 1995 release appear regularly in buyer notes and auction catalogues, tying shirts to that commemorative theme and making them sought after by local and international collectors.

Season and match magnets drive provenance value: shirts from the title-winning 1966-67 season and those connected to the dramatic 2012-13 promotion campaign are chased because they mark sport-defining moments, on-pitch achievements and managerial turning points. Third place finishes in the 1976-77 era and original Bundesliga admission seasons also surface in demand due to match photographic evidence and archive footage.

Retail-signed pieces matter alongside match-worn items. Early fanshop runs, limited edition retail drops and player-issue variants from club releases are actively collected, and modern retail shirts are included in provenance notes. Collectors often look for corroborating paperwork, and items accompanied by a Centenary 1995 provenance note or clearly described fanshop shirts history fetch attention. Free worldwide shipping is available on many listings.

When assessing signed Braunschweig shirts look for season links and authentication; pieces tied to the 2012-13 promotion or to the title season are particularly prized, and those offered with a COA command clearer market interest. Provenance from archive photographs at Eintracht-Stadion, match programmes from Oberliga Nord fixtures and derby provenance to Hannover 96 strengthen a shirt’s story, especially for shirts associated with 1966-67 and 2012-13 seasons, and we list these details clearly on closing pages at Walkouts.

Honours

Eintracht Braunschweig’s honours are defined by their historic national title and early regional triumphs. The club were crowned Bundesliga champions in 1966-67, a landmark achievement that remains the pinnacle of their success. Earlier, they established pedigree in the pre-war era by winning the Northern German Championship in 1908 and 1913. They were among the original 16 clubs selected for the inaugural Bundesliga season in 1963 and later produced another high-water mark with a third-place league finish in 1976-77. Beyond headline accolades, Braunschweig’s heritage includes being a founding member of the German Football Association in 1900, underlining their long-standing role in the game’s development. While the modern era has brought spells between the second and third tiers and a memorable promotion back to the top flight in 2013, their silverware story is anchored by that championship-winning campaign and early regional crowns that set standards for future generations.

Legends & Leadership

Lothar Ulass is remembered as a legend player from the 1960s, emblematic of the club’s rise to national prominence; Horst Wolter likewise stands as a legend player of the 1960s, representing the resilient core that defined Braunschweig’s competitive edge in that decade.

Franz Merkhoffer is hailed as a legend player of the 1970s, embodying consistency during seasons that kept the team among Germany’s elite; Bernd Franke followed as a legend player in the 1970s, adding authority and experience across a demanding era.

Klaus Gerwien is celebrated as a legend player of the 1960s, symbolising the attacking ambition and spirit that helped drive Eintracht Braunschweig through its golden period.

Mirko Boland ranks as a recent key player of the 2010s, central to the club’s competitive resurgence in that decade, while Dennis Kruppke is recognised as a recent key player of the 2010s for his leadership and reliability across promotion-chasing campaigns.

Helmut Johannsen is revered as the legendary manager of the late 1960s, guiding the side to its historic national championship and setting a benchmark for tactical discipline and belief.

Stadium

Eintracht Braunschweig call the Eintracht-Stadion home, a ground that has staged the club’s matches since 1923 and today accommodates 24,406 supporters. Set in Braunschweig, it is a venue closely tied to the city’s identity, with blue-and-yellow colours prominent on matchdays. The atmosphere is notably intense when Hannover 96 visit for the Lower Saxony derby, a rivalry that fills the stands and gives the stadium an unmistakable edge. The bowl’s classic sightlines and compact feel help generate noise that lifts the team, whether in promotion pushes or hard-fought survival battles. Tradition blends with community at Eintracht-Stadion, where long-time season-ticket holders share space with new generations discovering the club. On derby days and beyond, the ground serves as a focal point for local pride and a stage on which the club’s heritage is renewed.

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FAQ

Q: Which league does Eintracht Braunschweig compete in? A: They play in the 2. Bundesliga, the second tier of German football.

Q: When was the club founded and what is its identity? A: Established in 1895, the club is based in Braunschweig, Lower Saxony, with traditional blue and yellow colours and the nickname Die Lowen, referencing the red lion on the crest.

Q: Where do they play their home matches? A: Home games are held at Eintracht-Stadion, which has been the venue since 1923 and has a capacity of 24,406.

Q: Who are Eintracht Braunschweig’s main rivals? A: Hannover 96 are the fiercest rivals, with the fixture known as the Lower Saxony derby.

Q: How are signed items authenticated? A: Where offered, signatures are verified by an independent process and accompanied by a COA or LOA, or exact photo proof may be provided for additional assurance.