On April 5, 2025, our action matchday took place during SV Babelsberg 03’s home game against Viktoria Berlin, where fans and the club impressively demonstrated that solidarity and visibility have their place in the football stadium as well.
FI99 supported us with banners that read: “Giving the illness a face” and “Fight ME/CFS.” Engagement was also palpable off the pitch – with an information stand on the stadium grounds where visitors could donate to the ME/CFS Research Foundation and take part in the #LemonChallengeMECFS. Before the game, players from 03 had already participated on social media and nominated FC St. Pauli, 1. FFC Turbine Potsdam, and the band Kettcar.
We thank everyone involved on and behind the scenes – SV Babelsberg 03, FI99, Azv03 (the inclusion initiative of 03 fans), and all volunteers. You all contributed to making ME/CFS more visible, and for that, we are endlessly grateful!