Weisweiler Elf confirms Charity Day charity match

Bundesliga tradition takes the field for a good cause

A sporting highlight with social impact.

The KICK & CARE Charity Day 2026 gains serious sporting appeal: with the official confirmation of the Weisweiler Elf, one of the most storied legends teams in German football becomes part of the big charity event.

Former Bundesliga professionals and club icons of Borussia Mönchengladbach are lacing up their boots once again – not for points or league positions, but for a good cause. A strong sign of how football connects generations and can take on social responsibility.

Football history meets a charity mission

For many years, the Weisweiler Elf has stood for football tradition, sporting class and a close bond with the fans. Named after legendary coach Hennes Weisweiler, the team embodies Borussia Mönchengladbach’s glory days and carries their values forward to this day.

When these legends take the field, it’s about more than a game: it’s about memories. About passion. And this time, above all, about helping.

At the KICK & CARE Charity Day 2026, they put their popularity and appeal at the service of a good cause – actively supporting social projects in the region.

The emotional highlight of the day

The charity match featuring the Weisweiler Elf is one of the sporting highlights of the KICK & CARE Charity Day 2026. Fans, families, partners and supporters can look forward to:

big names from past Bundesliga decades
personal moments with the fans
autographs & photo opportunities
heart-warming football nostalgia
competitive football with a charitable spirit

A game that connects generations – on the pitch and in the stands.

More than football: impact through encounters

Legends teams like the Weisweiler Elf show just how much unifying power football has. When former professionals use their reach, they create attention – and attention turns into help.

Their appearance at the KICK & CARE Charity Day 2026 directly supports the project’s mission: raising donations. Supporting projects. Strengthening social cohesion.

A strong signal to the region

The Weisweiler Elf’s commitment underlines the growing importance of the charity event far beyond the region. It shows: KICK & CARE – Fußball hilft is making a difference. The Charity Day is being noticed. And the idea of doing good through football is finding support at every level of the game – from the local community to the legends of the Bundesliga.

Looking forward to a special football moment

When the teams step onto the pitch on the day, everyone will feel what it’s really about: not just goals – but impact, hope and shared commitment.

Or, as the idea behind KICK & CARE – Fußball hilft puts it: “When the ball is rolling, it can move far more than just the players.”