Arminia Bielefeld must pay a fine of almost 70,000 euros because its own fans have committed pyro offenses. The DFB has asked the club to pay up.

What happened?

The fine was imposed due to six games in which Arminia Bielefeld's fans committed pyro offenses. The highest financial damage occurs at the derby in Münster.

Why is this important for Arminia Bielefeld?

The fine is a financial blow to the club, which is currently in 13th place in the 2. Bundesliga with 39 points. Arminia Bielefeld has achieved 10 wins, 9 draws, and 15 losses in the last 34 games.

What comes next?

Arminia Bielefeld must pay the fine and hopes that the fans will not commit any more pyro offenses in the future. The club is 31 points behind the leaders FC Schalke 04. In the last game, Arminia Bielefeld won against Hertha BSC with a score of 6:1 on May 17, 2026.