Borussia Dortmund's DFB-Pokal match at Hamburger SV on Friday, August 29, is available to watch live in the United States on ESPN+. The Athletic provides the specific TV and streaming details for this German Cup first-round tie.
The match at the Volksparkstadion kicks off at 2:45 PM Eastern Time, which is 8:45 PM local time in Germany. ESPN+ holds the exclusive US broadcasting rights for the fixture. In Germany, the match will be televised on Sky Sport.
ESPN+ is the sole streaming partner for the DFB-Pokal in the United States. Subscribers to the service can watch the game live. ESPN+ is available as a standalone app or can be accessed through the main ESPN app. The service costs $10.99 per month or $109.99 annually. A bundle with Disney+ and Hulu is also offered.
For viewers without an ESPN+ subscription, there are no legal alternatives for a live broadcast in the US. Match highlights and recaps will be available after the final whistle on the official channels of the DFB and the clubs.
Borussia Dortmund started the new Bundesliga season with a win and sits in 3rd place with 3 points from 1 game. Coach Nenad Bjelica's team won its opening match 2-0, giving them a +2 goal difference. Their recent form is marked with a 'W' for win. All current statistics can be viewed on our stats page.
This successful start provides momentum for the cup challenge in Hamburg. The DFB-Pokal is a key target for BVB this season. The team aims to win the trophy after early exits in recent years.
Immediately following the cup tie, attention returns to the Bundesliga. The next league fixture sees Borussia Dortmund travel for an away match against 1899 Hoffenheim on September 5. This duel is the next test in the young season. The complete schedule for the Black and Yellows is available on our fixtures overview.
Planning for the English week with cup and league matches requires smart squad rotation. Coach Bjelica must manage his resources to succeed in both competitions. The depth of the squad is evident on our squad page.
The DFB-Pokal offers Borussia Dortmund a chance for a quick trophy win. The competition has a long tradition for the club. BVB last won the cup in 2021 and is eager to repeat that success. A victory against second-division side Hamburger SV would be an important first step.
Against Hamburg, BVB faces a tough task in a sold-out Volksparkstadion. Hamburg, as a second-tier team, is under pressure but aims to defeat the Bundesliga side. For Borussia Dortmund, the focus is on settling into the game early and imposing their style of play. A win would further boost confidence and extend the positive mood from the league opener.
