Hamburger SV has drawn Bundesliga opposition for the second round of the DFB-Pokal. HSV will host Eintracht Frankfurt at the Volksparkstadion on either October 27 or 28, 2026, following the draw held on Saturday evening. This was reported by sports.yahoo.com. It's the next cup challenge for Hamburg, who defeated SC Verl in the first round. The exact kick-off time for the clash is still to be confirmed.
Adi Hütter's side will therefore travel to Hamburg for a top-flight duel. The Frankfurt manager addressed the draw immediately. "We've been given a tough tie against fellow Bundesliga side HSV", said Hütter. His team naturally aims to progress to the next round. A great atmosphere is expected in Hamburg when the cup returns to the Volkspark.
What is HSV's form ahead of the cup tie?
The cup draw comes at a challenging point in Hamburger SV's Bundesliga season. The club currently sits in 18th place with zero points from their opening two matches. The record shows zero wins, zero draws, and two losses with a goal difference of minus seven. They have yet to score a goal this season while conceding seven. Recent form is listed as two losses (LL). In the table, HSV already trails surprise leaders FC Augsburg by six points.
Before the cup highlight in late October, important league fixtures remain. The next one is on September 13, 2026, when HSV travels to face eighth-placed RB Leipzig. This match is listed in our fixtures schedule. Also, the squad is currently missing two players: Alexander Røssing-Lelesiit and Warmed Omari are sidelined with injuries. The current injury status can be tracked on the injuries page.
What does the draw mean for HSV?
The pairing with Eintracht Frankfurt is a demanding but enticing task. A victory against an established Bundesliga side in the cup would be a significant success and could provide fresh momentum for the young season. For planning, it's key that the match will be played in Hamburg. Home advantage in a sold-out Volksparkstadion could be a real factor. The fans will undoubtedly support their team vocally.
From a sporting perspective, the cup offers a welcome change from the league grind. While every point is hard-fought in the Bundesliga, the DFB-Pokal is a single-game knockout. That can relieve pressure but also create extra motivation. The team must use the time until late October to find better form in the league. The entire squad will be called upon.
When are the other cup matches scheduled?
The second round of the DFB-Pokal is scheduled for October 27 and 28, 2026. All sixteen ties will be played across those two days. The DFB will announce the exact kick-off times and TV broadcast plans in the coming weeks. Typically, matches are spread across early and late slots on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. HSV vs. Frankfurt is likely to be awarded a prime evening slot.
For the fans of both clubs, planning for the cup night now begins. Eintracht Frankfurt's away supporters will receive a substantial ticket allocation for the Volksparkstadion. HSV's home fans should seek tickets early, as demand for such a top fixture will be very high. The duel promises compelling football. HSV's next competitive match, however, is the away fixture at RB Leipzig on September 13.
