PSD Bank Arena
The PSD Bank Arena is a multi-purpose stadium in Frankfurt, Germany. It serves as the home stadium for the Frankfurt Galaxy of the European League of Football (ELF) and various other sports teams. The venue is located in the Bornheim district and is primarily used for football (soccer) and American football.
The stadium is owned by the city of Frankfurt. Main tenant stadium is the soccer club FSV Frankfurt, currently in the fourth division Regionalliga Südwest. Previously it was also used by the no defunct FSV Frankfurt woman soccer team and rival 1. FFC Frankfurt including several European woman's cup finals. The stadium is next to the ice hockey stadium of Löwen Frankfurt in the DEL.
History[edit | edit source]
Originally opened in 1931 as the Stadion am Bornheimer Hang, the facility has undergone multiple renovations over the years. The most significant modernization took place in the early 2000s, leading to the stadium's renaming under a sponsorship agreement with PSD Bank. Today, it offers a modern infrastructure suitable for both domestic and international sporting events.
Capacity and Facilities[edit | edit source]
The stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 12,542 spectators. It features:
- Covered seating areas
- Modern locker rooms
- LED floodlights
- Hospitality areas and VIP lounges
- Excellent public transport connections
Home of Frankfurt Galaxy[edit | edit source]
Since the revival of Frankfurt Galaxy in the European League of Football (ELF), the PSD Bank Arena has been their primary home venue. The stadium has hosted numerous ELF regular-season and playoff games, often attracting thousands of passionate football fans.
Frankfurt Galaxy played their most home games in the European League of Football in PSD Bank Arena. The average attendance developed from 2,120 in 2021 to 6,658 in 2023. The record attendance was 10,027 in the final regular season game of the ELF 2023 season against Rhein Fire.[1]
2025 home games[edit | edit source]
In 2025, Frankfurt Galaxy will play 4 of its 6 home games in the PSD Bank Arena.
| Date | Opponent | Kickoff Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2025 | Paris Musketeers | 16:25 | Stadion am Bieberer Berg |
| June 8, 2025 | Cologne Centurions | 16:25 | Stadion am Bieberer Berg |
| June 29, 2025 | Prague Lions | 13:00 | PSD Bank Arena |
| July 12, 2025 | Stuttgart Surge | 18:00 | PSD Bank Arena |
| July 27, 2025 | Nordic Storm | 13:00 | PSD Bank Arena |
| August 17, 2025 | Madrid Bravos | 13:00 | PSD Bank Arena |
Transport connection[edit | edit source]
The PSD Bank Arena is well-connected to Frankfurt’s public transportation network. Fans can reach the venue via U-Bahn (U7 to Eissporthalle/Festplatz) and several bus lines. Parking is available, but visitors are encouraged to use public transit due to limited spaces.
Other Events[edit | edit source]
Apart from ELF games, the stadium also hosts soccer matches, youth tournaments, and concerts, making it a key venue in Frankfurt's sports and entertainment landscape.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
The PSD Bank Arena is a vital hub for American football in Germany, particularly for Frankfurt Galaxy and the ELF. With its modern amenities and dedicated fanbase, it continues to be a premier venue for the sport.
User feedback[edit | edit source]
Written by u/ulafderhobert @ r/elf
Matchdays at the PSD Bank Arena are generally fantastic! The atmosphere is great, and in my opinion, there are plenty of options to buy food and drinks, though at high prices. Half al liter of a soft drink costs €5 if I remember correctly.
The only downside is the hygiene in the restrooms of the standing area, which could be better. However, this is probably more the responsibility of the visitors to keep them clean.
As someone coming from outside Frankfurt, I prefer taking the train to reach the PSD Bank Arena rather than driving. Several subway stations are within close proximity. Of course, there is also a large parking lot at the Eishalle, but it is often either completely or partially blocked for other events, making parking difficult in such cases.
External links[edit | edit source]
- PSD Bank Arena on europlan-online.de
