# Developments in German women’s sports

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/developments-in-german-womens-sports
> Updated: 2026-09-01T22:46:16.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 3.

Developments in German women’s sports continue across handball and football. In handball, VfL Waiblingen’s women’s team was previously eliminated from the DHB-Pokal after a 25:32 loss to HSV Solingen-Gräfrath, while HC Leipzig secured promotion to the women’s 1. Bundesliga and announced a move to Sportcenter Markranstädt.

Recent handball updates focus on TUSSIES Metzingen, who are preparing for a match against defending German champions and Supercup winners HSG Blomberg-Lippe. Following a season-opening win against Frisch Auf Göppingen, coach Miriam Hirsch stated that while the team is successful, they must improve “tempo and defensive consistency” to match the efficiency of Blomberg-Lippe.

In football, Karlsruher SC women’s team previously announced a relocation of home matches to the Carl-Kaufmann-Stadion. More recently, Werder Bremen experienced a significant roster change as captain Lina Hausicke transferred to Union Berlin on deadline day. The deal, involving a low six-figure fee and the acquisition of midfielder Jenny Hipp, was motivated by Hausicke’s desire for a professional change and proximity to her hometown. Hausicke, who appeared in 172 matches for Werder since 2017, expressed gratitude to the club regarding her departure.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-01: German women's sports: Handball matchups and football transfers

German women's sports see TUSSIES Metzingen prepare for a major handball match against champions Blomberg-Lippe, while Werder Bremen captain Lina Hausicke transfers to Union Berlin.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-womens-sports-handball-matchups-and-football-transfers

### 2026-08-26: German women's sports teams announce promotions and stadium moves

HC Leipzig returns to women's handball Bundesliga with a move to Markranstädt, while Karlsruher SC women's football moves home games to Carl-Kaufmann-Stadion.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-womens-sports-teams-announce-promotions-and-stadium-moves

### 2026-08-24: German handball updates: VfL Waiblingen exit DHB-Pokal and VfL Gummersbach eyes Champions League

VfL Waiblingen's women's team exited the DHB-Pokal after a loss to HSV Solingen-Gräfrath, while VfL Gummersbach aims for Champions League contention with a strengthened roster.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/german-handball-updates-vfl-waiblingen-exit-dhb-pokal-and-vfl-gummersbach-eyes-champions-league

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