We're heading to Germany to take on Altona 93 next summer!
Dulwich Hamlet FC and Altonaer FC von 1893 (Altona 93’s official name) are pleased to announce that, to celebrate 100 years of the first meeting of both clubs in 1925, the Dulwich Hamlet men’s team will be traveling to Hamburg as part of their preparations for the 2025-26 season.
The highlight of this celebration will see both teams playing each other at the Adolf Jäger Kampfbahn (or AJK, Altona 93’s home stadium) on Saturday 12 July 2025, which will be the fifth time we have played each following Altona’s visit to Champion Hill in July 2023.
During Easter 1925 Dulwich Hamlet travelled to Germany on tour and played three matches, the first of which was against Altona ‘93. Both teams, that day, boasted their finest players, Adolf Jäger in the black, white, and red colours of Altona 93 and Edgar Kail in the pink and blue of the Hamlet.
Many decades later a chance meeting between the late Mishi ‘Dulwich’ Morath and Altona ‘93 fan Jan Stover at the AJK, a friendship between both fanbases began and eventually led to the next match against each other in July 2015 when Altona ’93 travelled to South London, some 90 years since that that initial game in 1925.
Since then, Dulwich Hamlet travelled to Hamburg in 2018 and the most recent fixture saw Altona 93 visiting East Dulwich last summer.
“This friendship continues to thrive years after that chance meeting of Mishi and Jan at the AJK. Back in 1925 nobody could have imagined that a century later both clubs would be coming together to celebrate 100 years since that very first meeting.
Both clubs' ethos and community spirit mirror each other and I know that the weekend, next July, will be a very special occasion". Mark Scoltock, Dulwich Hamlet FC Director.
“100 years after our first match in 1925, the celebration in July 2025 is more than just football. It's a special moment with close friends, uniting us as family. Both clubs share a commitment to inclusivity and standing up for important socio-political causes. We’re excited for a weekend filled with joy and unforgettable memories. It’s going to be amazing." Mirja Grupe, Altona 93 Secretary
Between Thursday 10 July to Sunday 13 July there will be more opportunities for both sets of supporters to meet up, more information on these events will be published nearer the time.
Finally, a supporters' group has been set up, to not only raise funds towards the teams travel costs, but offering advice and guidance for those supporters' who may be considering traveling to the game in July 25. If you are interested in getting involved with this group, please email Mark Scoltock (Scolly) in the first instance: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Dulwich Hamlet men return to Champion Hill on Saturday to take on Horsham. You can get your tickets here
