The first official app of 1. FC Magdeburg is here. You are never alone!
Features of the FCM app:
- Latest News
- push notifications
- Match center with game plan, game days and current table
- Media center with live ticker, social feed and FCM.tv videos in direct access - Team overview with current statistics
- Information about the MDCC-Arena, barrier-free stadium, KidsClub and job exchange - Direct access to the online ticket shop and merchandising partner “FCMtotal
What's New in the Latest Version 1.2.0
Last updated on Jun 29, 2024
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
1. FC MagdeburgOrigins and Early Years
1. FC Magdeburg, based in Magdeburg, Germany, traces its roots to the founding of Sportclub Germania 1896 Magdeburg on January 17, 1896. The club initially focused on athletics and gymnastics, but football was introduced in 1901. In 1919, Germania merged with Fußballclub Viktoria 1899 Magdeburg to form 1. FC Magdeburg.
Rise to Prominence
During the 1960s and 1970s, 1. FC Magdeburg emerged as a dominant force in East German football. The club won three consecutive East German championships from 1972 to 1974, becoming the first East German club to achieve this feat. They also won the East German Cup three times, in 1964, 1965, and 1969.
European Success
1. FC Magdeburg's most significant achievement came in the 1973-74 season when they won the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup. They defeated AC Milan in the final, becoming the first East German club to win a major European trophy. The club also reached the semi-finals of the European Cup in 1974-75.
Decline and Reunification
After the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, 1. FC Magdeburg struggled to maintain its success. The club faced financial difficulties and was relegated from the Bundesliga in 1993. They continued to play in the lower divisions of German football until 2018, when they were promoted back to the 2. Bundesliga.
Recent Years
Since returning to the 2. Bundesliga, 1. FC Magdeburg has established itself as a mid-table team. They have also enjoyed success in the DFB-Pokal, reaching the semi-finals in 2018-19 and 2020-21. The club currently plays its home matches at the MDCC-Arena, which has a capacity of 27,250.
Notable Players
Throughout its history, 1. FC Magdeburg has produced several notable players, including:
* Jürgen Sparwasser (1965-1979): East German international who scored the winning goal against West Germany in the 1974 FIFA World Cup.
* Martin Hoffmann (1965-1975): East German international who played in the 1974 FIFA World Cup.
* Wolfgang Seguin (1971-1986): East German international who played in the 1974 and 1982 FIFA World Cups.
* Detlef Irrgang (1985-1991): East German international who played in the 1990 FIFA World Cup.
The first official app of 1. FC Magdeburg is here. You are never alone!
Features of the FCM app:
- Latest News
- push notifications
- Match center with game plan, game days and current table
- Media center with live ticker, social feed and FCM.tv videos in direct access - Team overview with current statistics
- Information about the MDCC-Arena, barrier-free stadium, KidsClub and job exchange - Direct access to the online ticket shop and merchandising partner “FCMtotal
What's New in the Latest Version 1.2.0
Last updated on Jun 29, 2024
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
1. FC MagdeburgOrigins and Early Years
1. FC Magdeburg, based in Magdeburg, Germany, traces its roots to the founding of Sportclub Germania 1896 Magdeburg on January 17, 1896. The club initially focused on athletics and gymnastics, but football was introduced in 1901. In 1919, Germania merged with Fußballclub Viktoria 1899 Magdeburg to form 1. FC Magdeburg.
Rise to Prominence
During the 1960s and 1970s, 1. FC Magdeburg emerged as a dominant force in East German football. The club won three consecutive East German championships from 1972 to 1974, becoming the first East German club to achieve this feat. They also won the East German Cup three times, in 1964, 1965, and 1969.
European Success
1. FC Magdeburg's most significant achievement came in the 1973-74 season when they won the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup. They defeated AC Milan in the final, becoming the first East German club to win a major European trophy. The club also reached the semi-finals of the European Cup in 1974-75.
Decline and Reunification
After the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, 1. FC Magdeburg struggled to maintain its success. The club faced financial difficulties and was relegated from the Bundesliga in 1993. They continued to play in the lower divisions of German football until 2018, when they were promoted back to the 2. Bundesliga.
Recent Years
Since returning to the 2. Bundesliga, 1. FC Magdeburg has established itself as a mid-table team. They have also enjoyed success in the DFB-Pokal, reaching the semi-finals in 2018-19 and 2020-21. The club currently plays its home matches at the MDCC-Arena, which has a capacity of 27,250.
Notable Players
Throughout its history, 1. FC Magdeburg has produced several notable players, including:
* Jürgen Sparwasser (1965-1979): East German international who scored the winning goal against West Germany in the 1974 FIFA World Cup.
* Martin Hoffmann (1965-1975): East German international who played in the 1974 FIFA World Cup.
* Wolfgang Seguin (1971-1986): East German international who played in the 1974 and 1982 FIFA World Cups.
* Detlef Irrgang (1985-1991): East German international who played in the 1990 FIFA World Cup.
