1. FC Union Berlin open the calendar year at the Stadion An der Alten Försterei against Hoffenheim on Saturday.

The match kicks off at the regular time of 15:30 with stadium gates open two hours earlier.

Under the 2G-Plus regulations, supporters who have proof of vaccination or recovery must also have a negative test result. The exception from this rule are those with a booster vaccination. All fans should give extra time to allow for the checks at the turnstile.

There are 3,000 spectators allowed in the stadium. The ticket sale process went through a ballot among season ticket holders. The main stand and Gegengerade will be open.

Proof of vaccination or recovery:

The following will be accepted exclusively in digital form:

• Evidence from vaccinated persons who have been vaccinated with a vaccine approved by the European Union and whose last required vaccination was at least 14 days ago (Friday, 31.12.2021).

• Evidence from recovered persons who have had a positive PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus infection more than six months ago (Friday, 15.07.2021) and who have received at least one vaccination against Covid-19 with a vaccine approved by the European Union.

• Evidence from recovered persons who have a positive PCR test result for SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus infection at least 28 days (Friday 17/12/2021) and not more than six months (Friday 15/07/2021) ago.

Test mandate:

A negative test must also be provided. The exception to this is people with a booster vaccine.

• Point-of-Care (PoC)-Antigen-Test (day valid)
• PCR Test, which is not older than 48h to the end of the event

Paper or digital form is accepted here.

Exceptions to Test Mandate:

• Children up to age six.
• Teenagers under 18. They must provide a negative test (antigen 24h or PCR 48h).
• People with medical exceptions to vaccination. A PCR test (48h) is required and a medical certificate to prove exemption.

Stadium Rules:

• The stadium opens at 13:30.
• An FFP-2 mask is required and must be worn until you reach your position.
• Please note changed access points: Main stand access is via stairs at the car park and Gegengerade access is via gate 2 near the ticket office.
• For track and trace, tickets are personalised and cannot be passed on. A re-personalisation can be done online.
• A season ticket or Print@Home ticket is only valid with personal ID.

Testzentrum Alte Försterei

The Test Centre Alte Försterei is open on matchday from 08:00 until 16:00.