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COPA90 – Video: Is the DFB-Pokal the best cup competition in the world?

DFB-Pokal (German Cup)

As the 2019/20 DFB-Pokal kicks off, COPA90’s Eli travels to Germany and hits the Autobahn in search of what makes this Cup competition so special, taking in three First Round matches in three days.

From a Rhineland Derby between fallen giants Kaiserslautern and Mainz to potential banana skins for giants Borussia Dortmund and 2018 DFB-Pokal winners Eintracht Frankfurt, there’s narrative all over the shop.

Throw in a chance to explore some niche sides of German fan culture, big crowds, Mettbrötchen and beers, and you’re looking at a weekend to remember…