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Fans
The fans are an indispensable support for the Werkself and the Bayer 04 women. Thanks to the support from the stands at home and away matches, you make more than just a big contribution as the "12th man". You contribute to the fact that the games can often be played successfully - not only in sporting terms, but above all emotionally. Here you can find all the latest and relevant information about match days, fan support, the football school and much more.
Fan LIAISON
The Bayer 04 Fan Liaison consists of Lucia „Lucy“ Thum, Sebastian „Sebo“ Friedrich, Moritz Bremshey, Carsten Cramer, Tim Gelshäuser, Lisa Ciupka and Andreas „Paffi“ Paffrath as the main team. They act as a point of contact for all matters relating to Bayer 04. These can be requests, problems, or concerns.
FAQ black market
Bayer 04 takes the fight against the ticket black market very seriously and expressly points out that tickets may only be purchased via the Bayer 04 webshop or via the Bayer 04 ticket exchange (official secondary market). All information on the black market.
SOCCER SCHOOL
Train like the first team – if you are between six and 14 years of age and want to take part then you don't have to be part of the football club. And the target does not have to be the next World Player of the Year. Come along to the Bayer 04 Soccer School and release your enthusiasm the beautiful game.
InClusion
The latest information on the service for the visually impaired, hard of hearing and wheelchair users plus the offer of big and tall seats, seats with handrails and disabled parking spaces in and around the BayArena.
Bayer 04 on site
From 2024, Bayer 04 Leverkusen has brought the close link to the fans to a new level with the Bayer 04 Cube. While many make their way to the BayArena, Bayer 04 now bring the special stadium experience to the region! Community festivals, club celebrations or school events – Bayer 04 and our mascot Brian the Lion are ready to conquer the hearts of the fans in your neighbourhood. Get ready for exciting events, the genuine link to the fans and the unshakeable passion for Bayer 04! Wherever you are – we'll be there!
Schwadbud
The Schwadbud is the meeting point for all friends of Bayer 04 in the heart of the BayArena. Since opening in August 2014, the fan pub connects the modern with tradition and brings Bayer 04 history to life in appealing surroundings. Tradition is here not just in name.
News
2026 Season launch: The programme of events
The Werkself are finally back. On Saturday 8 August, Bayer 04 kick off the 2026/27 campaign with their opening match. But there’s far more than just a double-header in store for Werkself supporters. True to the motto ‘One day. Two teams. One club’, the BayArena and the Ulrich Haberland Stadium will be transformed into a world of excitement.
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Log on and watch live: Stream Werkself pre-season games
Bayer 04 are back on the pitch. Following the first training sessions, the Werkself play the first pre-season friendly on Saturday, July 18. The match against Oberliga club Sportfreunde Baumberg kicks off at 15:30 CEST in Monheim am Rhein. Fans unable to attend the match can watch head coach Carles Martínez’s first game in charge for free via a livestream at bayer04.de and on the Bayer 04 app, as well as on Werkself.tv (exclusively for members). Just log on and watch the games live. All the other Werkself preseason friendlies leading up to the 2026/27 season will also be streamed live for free.
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New season, improved catering: Enhanced service at the BayArena
Bayer 04 is redesigning the public catering at the BayArena and Ulrich-Haberland-Stadion for the start of the 2026/27 season. Together with new catering partner Aramark, processes will be developed and the service at the stadium will be improved in a targeted way.
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Imping is Bayer 04’s new coffee partner
Bayer 04 Leverkusen has a new coffee partner. The club has agreed a long-term partnership with the Bocholt-based roastery Imping, running to 30 June 2031. The exclusive partnership with the family-run business includes the installation of fully automatic coffee machines at the BayArena, as well as the right to supply and serve coffee products in the business areas during Werkself home games.
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Meet the legends, pub quiz and more: events fans can look forward to at the summer training camp
Plenty going on both on and off the pitch: The Bayer 04 fan support team has organised a number of highlights for fans visiting the Werkself 2026/27 summer training camp in Blankenhain, in the Weimarer Land region. Registration for the events is now open. All the details at a glance.
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