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Sport-Club Paderborn 07 e.V., founded on 1 January 1907, is based in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia and currently competes in the 2. Bundesliga, playing home matches at the Benteler-Arena. Walkouts lists signed SC Paderborn shirts from the club's modern era, pairing team provenance with collecting guidance for fans who want authenticated signatures and well documented retail releases.

Since the turn of the millennium Paderborn established itself as a regular in the second tier before achieving promotion to the Bundesliga in the 2013-14 season. A single season in the top flight was followed by back-to-back drops to the 3. Liga and a narrow escape from Regionalliga football when 1860 Munich were refused a licence in 2016-17. The club returned to the 2. Bundesliga, finishing second in 2018-19 to secure promotion, and after another Bundesliga campaign they finished 18th in 2019-20 and returned to the second tier.

Collectors value anniversary releases and Paderborn’s milestone shirts, notably centenary material linked to the club’s 100-year celebration. The club’s timeline makes a Centenary 2007 theme credible for collectors, tying commemorative retail runs to fan events and special packaging that often appears in limited quantities and regional store allocations.

Season and match magnets drive demand for specific shirts, with particular interest in the promotion seasons of 2013-14 and 2018-19 and the 2019-20 Bundesliga campaign. Shirts from those seasons are chased because they represent the club at its highest competitive moments, often bearing player signatures recorded after decisive fixtures and retained by fans as season-defining pieces.

Away colours have a distinct collector appeal; fans often seek the variant used on the road during promotion runs. An iconic away option described by collectors as white with blue trim is especially prized when associated with decisive away results that contributed to promotion, making those shirts memorable for provenance and match linkage.

Signed retail demand for SC Paderborn extends beyond match-worn items, with fanshop releases, early production runs and player-issue variants forming an accessible collecting tier. Region-specific retail drops, limited-edition framed shirts and small early runs from promotion seasons attract signatures and debate among enthusiasts, and listings frequently note Free worldwide shipping. Provenance notes and visible match context increase interest for fans seeking verified signatures.

When sourcing Paderborn shirts collectors look for clear provenance and an authentication cue; listings that include COA will command attention alongside precise season detail. For reference and research, match seasons such as 2013-14 and 2019-20 are commonly cited, and sellers who document photos or witnessed signings add measurable value. Walkouts supports detailed descriptions and provenance fields on listings to help buyers confirm season and signature context.

Honours

SC Paderborn 07’s honours narrative is rooted in ambitious climbs through the German pyramid and the resilience to regroup. After establishing a stable presence in the second tier around the turn of the millennium, the club achieved a landmark rise to the Bundesliga in 2013-14. Although that stay was brief, Paderborn rebuilt effectively and surged again, securing second place in the 2. Bundesliga in 2018-19 to earn another promotion. A subsequent relegation led to further consolidation, with the team maintaining competitive standards in the upper professional tiers. A unique chapter saw the club remain at its level when another side was denied a licence, highlighting both the fine margins of the professional game and Paderborn’s readiness to respond. While major national cups or continental trophies are not the centrepiece of the story, the club’s modern-era achievements underscore sustained competitiveness, sound development, and the capacity to re-emerge at the highest domestic level when momentum builds.

Legends & Leadership

Uwe Hünemeier, Sven Michel shaped the late 2010s as recent key players, combining leadership, work rate and consistency to steady the side through demanding campaigns and to embody the club’s competitive edge during a period of rapid changes between divisions.

Christian Strohdiek, Oliver Kirch anchored earlier modern phases, with Strohdiek a recent key player of the late 2000s and Kirch a recent key player of the early 2000s, each bringing reliability and know-how that helped the team navigate the step up to sustained professional standards.

Philipp Klement, Klaus Gjasula, Moritz Stoppelkamp, Dennis Srbeny, Ron Schallenberg added impetus across the mid-2010s to early 2020s as recent key players, contributing creativity, control and cutting edge that complemented the squad’s identity and ensured Paderborn remained an awkward opponent for rivals across Germany’s top three tiers.

Stadium

The Home Deluxe Arena serves as the home ground for SC Paderborn 07, providing a modern setting in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia. Known for its practical design and clear sightlines, the venue gives supporters an intimate connection to the action, with the atmosphere swelling for high-stakes league fixtures. Matchdays reflect the identity of Die Blau-Schwarzen, as fans from the city and wider Ostwestfalen bring a lively backing that suits both energetic pressing teams and possession-based sides. The stadium’s naming reflects contemporary partnerships, and the Home Deluxe Arena title is widely used in media and by visiting clubs. Local derbies and visits from traditional powers in the top two tiers sharpen the noise and colour in the stands, creating a compelling matchday experience that mirrors the club’s competitive spirit and community roots.

Capacity
15000

FAQ

Q: What is SC Paderborn 07 and where are they based? A: SC Paderborn 07 is a German association football club based in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia.

Q: When was the club founded? A: The club was founded in 1907.

Q: What is the name of SC Paderborn 07's home stadium? A: The team plays its home matches at the Home Deluxe Arena in Paderborn.

Q: Which levels of German football has the club competed in? A: SC Paderborn 07 has competed in the Bundesliga, the 2. Bundesliga and the 3. Liga, with notable promotions to the top flight in 2013-14 and again after finishing second in the 2. Bundesliga in 2018-19.

Q: Are signed items verified as authentic, and do you ship internationally? A: Where applicable, items are accompanied by a recognised COA or LOA, and some listings note witnessed signings or photo proof; select products may also feature digital verification. Free worldwide shipping.