Club Information
Founded
1900
City
Mönchengladbach, Germany
Stadium
Borussia-Park
Capacity
54,042
Manager
Gerardo Seoane
League
Club History
Borussia Mönchengladbach were founded in 1900 and were the dominant force in German football during the 1970s, winning five Bundesliga titles in seven years under legendary coach Hennes Weisweiler. The "Foals" played breathtaking attacking football and featured stars like Gunter Netzer, Berti Vogts, and Allan Simonsen. The club also won two UEFA Cups in 1975 and 1979.
Trophy Cabinet
- Bundesliga: 5
- DFB-Pokal: 3
- UEFA Cup: 2 (1975, 1979)
Did You Know?
- Gladbach won 5 Bundesliga titles in 7 years during their 1970s golden era
- The club's nickname "Die Fohlen" (The Foals) reflects their tradition of developing young talent
- Hennes Weisweiler built one of the most exciting teams in German football history
- Gunter Netzer was the star of the 1970s team and is considered one of Germany's greatest ever players
- Borussia-Park holds over 54,000 fans and was opened in 2004
- Gladbach won two UEFA Cups in 1975 and 1979
- The club had a famous rivalry with Bayern Munich during the 1970s that defined an era of German football