Historic Milestone: HSV Ahead of 1,887th Bundesliga Game - Hamburger SV to set Bundesliga record with 1,887th historic match
Hamburger SV, also known as the 'Burger' club, will mark a historic moment on September 30, 2023, when they play their 1,887th Bundesliga match against 1. FC Union Berlin. The club's journey in Germany's top flight stretches back over six decades, filled with records, triumphs, and setbacks. The story of Hamburger SV began long before the Bundesliga. The club traces its roots to SC Germania, founded on September 29, 1887. A later merger in 1919 between Hamburger FC and FC Falke formed the team known today as the 'Burger' club. Hamburg entered the Bundesliga at its inception, playing their first match on August 24, 1963, against Preußen Münster. Since then, they have competed in 55 different seasons, right up to the ongoing 2025/26 campaign. Their record stands at 751 wins, 501 draws, and 633 losses. The club's golden era came in the late 1970s and early 1980s. They secured three Bundesliga titles in 1979, 1982, and 1983. During this period, they also set an unbeaten streak of 36 matches from January 1982 to January 1983. Their longest winning run—seven consecutive victories—came in 1979, while their worst slump, seven straight losses, occurred in the 2013-2014 season. One of Hamburg's most memorable performances was an 8-0 thrashing of Karlsruher SC on February 12, 1966. This remains their biggest-ever Bundesliga win. As of early 2026, Hamburger SV has played 1,886 Bundesliga matches, with their 1,887th set for September 30, 2023. The club's long history includes league titles, record streaks, and a legacy spanning from the 19th century to the modern game. Their next match adds another chapter to this enduring story.
