Saarländischer Fußballverband e. V.

What Saarländischer Fußballverband e. V. does

Saarländischer Fußballverband e. V. (SFV) is the official state football association for the Saarland region of Germany, operating as a registered non-profit association (eingetragener Verein) under the umbrella of the German Football Association (DFB) and FIFA. It organizes all competitive football in Saarland — from grassroots recreational formats (Walking Football, Futsal, Beachsoccer, eFootball) to elite youth competitions — through four regional district circles (Kreis Nordsaar, Ostsaar, Südsaar, Westsaar) and runs the Schröder-Liga Saar (the sixth tier of the German football league system), Sparkassen-Pokal, IKK Südwest Jugend-Saarlandpokal, Volksbanken-Masters, and the Wasgau Saarlandpokal der Frauen, among others. SFV also operates the Hermann-Neuberger Sportschule Saarbrücken as a regional coaching education, referee training, and accommodation hub, and manages talent development pathways including DFB-Stützpunkte and the Eliteschule des Fußballs.

The underlying technology stack centers on the shared DFBnet platform used for player passes (Digitaler Pass), transfer requests, special playing rights, and DFBnet Postfach official communications, supplemented by the saar-fv.de website with Matomo analytics, an official WhatsApp channel, and integration with Veo Technologies (Veo Cam 3) for video recording and analysis offered to member clubs at exclusive rates. SFV also distributes the print SAARFUSSBALL-Magazin and the SFV-Post newsletter, and maintains presence on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

SFV's business model is member- and event-based: annual club membership fees across the four regional circles form the recurring baseline; league and cup participation fees, coach licensing (C-Lizenz, B-Lizenz, DFB-Junior-Coach, SFV-Kindertrainer) and referee qualification programs generate professional-services revenue; multi-tier sponsorship arrangements with Premium Partners (Sparkassen Finanzgruppe, Volksbanken, Schröder, Jochem Gruppe, IKK Südwest), Top Partners (Polytan, Lotto Saartoto, Montum, BIU, Heim und Feit, Wasgau, DFT-Sports, Budgetpokale, Mader Touristik), and equipment and media partners underpin commercial income; and the Hermann-Neuberger Sportschule contributes managed-services revenue from facilities and accommodation. As a non-profit, SFV does not publish financial statements and is governed by its members through the Präsidium und Vorstand, currently led by Präsident Lars Diedrich and Geschäftsführer Andreas Schwinn.

Name

Saarländischer Fußballverband e. V.

Legal name

Saarländischer Fußballverband e.V.

Website

https://saar-fv.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Saarländischer Fußballverband e. V. (SFV) is the official DFB-affiliated state football association for Saarland, Germany. It organizes competitive leagues, cup tournaments, talent development, and coach/referee qualification programs for member clubs across four regional circles.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Sports Federation Services (Regional Football Association)

NAICS

Spectator Sports (71121), Other Spectator Sports (711219), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Regional/Continental Confederations & Associations (MPAKAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Amateur & Grassroots Sport Associations (Community/Youth Governing Orgs) (MPAKAFAF), Professional Sport Governing Bodies & League Sanctioning Authorities (MPAKAFAE)

Keywords

• Regional football association
• Amateur football leagues
• Football coaching education
• Referee training programs
• Youth talent development

Headquarters

HQ city

Saarbrücken

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees paid by member football clubs. Clubs are organized under four regional circles (Nordsaar, Ostsaar, Südsaar, Westsaar).
2. Event and Competition Fees: Participation fees for league championships (Schröder-Liga Saar), cup competitions (Sparkassen-Pokal, IKK Südwest Jugend-Saarlandpokal, Sparkassen-Jugend-Cup), referees, and tournament entries.
3. Training and Qualification Programs: Revenue from coach and referee licensing courses (C-Lizenz, B-Lizenz), DFB-Junior-Coach training, and other qualification programs offered through the Qualifizierung (Qualification) section.
4. Sponsorship and Partnership Revenue: Multi-tiered sponsorship program including Premium Partners (Sparkassen Finanzgruppe, Volksbanken, Schröder, Jochem Gruppe, IKK Südwest), Top Partners (Polytan, Lotto Saartoto, Montum, BIU, Heim und Feit, Wasgau, DFT-Sports, Budgetpokale, Mader Touristik), SAARFUSSBALL Partners, Equipment Suppliers (Erima, Derbystar), Media Partners, and Digital Partners.
5. Sports School and Facilities: Revenue from the Hermann-Neuberger Sportschule Saarbrücken, which offers training facilities, coaching education, and overnight accommodations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Saarländischer Fußballverband e. V. is the official regional football federation for Saarland, Germany. It organizes competitive football leagues (Schröder-Liga Saar), domestic cup competitions (Sparkassen-Pokal Saar, IKK Südwest Jugend-Saarlandpokal), youth tournaments, and recreational formats (Walking Football, Futsal, eFootball). It also delivers coach licensing (C-Lizenz, B-Lizenz), referee training, talent development through DFB-Stützpunkte and the Eliteschule des Fußballs, and operates the Hermann-Neuberger Sportschule. Member clubs access digital player administration through DFBnet and a multi-tiered sponsor partner program.

Product overview

Saarländischer Fußballverband e.V. (SFV) is a regional football governing body that operates as a service organization for its member clubs rather than a technology product company. The SFV's offerings include: competitive football leagues (Schröder-Liga Saar, various championships), cup competitions (Sparkassen-Pokal, IKK Südwest Jugend-Saarlandpokal, Sparkassen-Jugend-Cup), youth talent development programs (DFB-Stützpunkte, Eliteschule des Fußballs), coach education (C-Lizenz, B-Lizenz, DFB-Junior-Coach), referee training, and digital services (DFBnet Digitaler Pass, DFVnet Postfach). The organization also provides recreational football options (Walking Football, Futsal, Beachsoccer), runs football holiday camps, and maintains an official WhatsApp channel and SAARFUSSBALL magazine for communications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Schröder-Liga Saar The highest amateur football league in Saarland, constituting the sixth tier of the German football league system. Organized annually for men's football clubs.
• Sparkassen-Pokal Saar Annual knockout cup competition for Saarland football clubs, serving as the regional qualifying tournament for the national DFB-Pokal.
• IKK Südwest Jugend-Saarlandpokal Youth football cup competition for A-Juniors and B-Juniors, with winners qualifying for the national DFB-Junioren-Pokal.
• Sparkassen-Jugend-Cup Youth football tournament organized by the SFV for junior teams.
• Volksbanken-Masters Indoor football tournament for active and veteran men's players, organized by the SFV with professional goal systems from Schäper Sportgerätebau.
• Volksbanken-Frauen-Masters Indoor football tournament for women's players organized by the SFV.
• Volksbanken-Schiedsrichter-Masters Indoor tournament for referees, combining competitive play with professional development.
• IKK Südwest Walking Football Cup Walking football tournament for older or less mobile participants, organized in cooperation with IKK Südwest and FC Rastpfuhl.
• Wasgau Saarlandpokal der Frauen Women's knockout cup competition for Saarland football clubs, sponsored by Wasgau AG.
• DFB-Stützpunkte DFB talent support points providing structured development programs for promising young footballers in Saarland.
• Eliteschule des Fußballs Elite football school offering combined academic and football training for talented youth players.
• Traineraus- und Fortbildung (Coach Education) Coach qualification and continuing education programs including C-Lizenz, B-Lizenz, SFV-Kindertrainer, and DFB-Junior-Coach certifications.
• Schiedsrichterausbildung (Referee Training) Referee training and development programs including initial training and continuing education for Saarland football referees.
• DFBnet Digitaler Pass Digital player pass system enabling electronic player registration, transfer management, and competition eligibility verification through the DFBnet platform.
• DFBnet Postfach Electronic mailbox system for official communications between the SFV and member clubs through the DFBnet platform.
• Hermann-Neuberger Sportschule Saarbrücken Regional sports school offering training facilities, coaching education courses, referee training, youth camps, and overnight accommodation for SFV members.
• SFV Fußball-Ferien-Camps Football holiday camps organized by the SFV during school breaks for youth players.
• Saartoto eTrophy / eFootball Competitions Electronic football competitions including the Saartoto eTrophy and other eSports tournaments for football simulation games.
• SAARFUSSBALL-Magazin Print magazine published by the SFV covering Saarland football news, match reports, club stories, and association information.
• SFV-Post Newsletter Direct email newsletter keeping members and clubs informed about news, events, and initiatives.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 200 participants engaged in SFV-coordinated health screening programs through the IKK Südwest CardioDays initiative.
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

28 partnerships are on record, tiered premium, top, ausrüster, saarfussball partner, digital, medienpartner and kooperation.

• Sparkassen Finanzgruppe (Savings Banks Financial Group)premiumGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium partner of the SFV. Sparkassen provides financial services sponsorship and co-branding across SFV competitions and events, including the Sparkassen-Pokal Saar, Sparkassen-Fairplay-Preis, and Sparkassen-Jugend-Cup.
• Volksbanken im Saarland (Cooperative Banks)premiumGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium partner sponsoring multiple SFV competitions including the Volksbanken-Masters (men's indoor tournament), Volksbanken-Frauen-Masters, and Volksbanken-Schiedsrichter-Masters.
• Schröder (Fleischwaren GmbH)premiumGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium partner providing sponsorship. Named sponsor of the Schröder-Liga Saar football league.
• Jochem GruppepremiumGTM or Marketing PartnerPremium partner of the SFV, providing sponsorship support to the association.
• IKK SüdwestpremiumGTM or Marketing PartnerHealth insurance fund (Krankenkasse) as premium partner. Co-organizes the IKK Südwest Walking Football Cup, IKK Südwest Jugend-Saarlandpokal, and the CardioDays health prevention program with SFV.
• Polytan GmbHtopGTM or Marketing PartnerSynthetic surfaces and sports equipment manufacturer. Top partner of the SFV.
• Lotto SaartototopGTM or Marketing PartnerState lottery operator as top partner. Sponsors the Saartoto eTrophy, Saartoto App, and various SFV digital offerings.
• Montum GmbHtopGTM or Marketing PartnerTop partner of the SFV. Also part of the BIU (Bündnis Innovativer Unternehmen Saarland) network.
• BIU (Bündnis Innovativer Unternehmen Saarland)topStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic cooperation between SFV and BIU (a consortium of owner-managed companies in Saarland) focused on talent promotion, training, apprenticeships, and regional attractiveness. BIU members include MEISER, Holzhauer KG, Montum, JG Juchem, ISL Group, and LAKAL.
• Heim und FeittopGTM or Marketing PartnerTop partner of the SFV.
• Wasgau AGtopGTM or Marketing PartnerTop partner and sponsor of the Wasgau Saarlandpokal der Frauen.
• DFT-Sports GmbHtopChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOfficial travel organizer of the SFV, providing travel and logistics services for clubs and teams.
• Budgetpokale GmbHtopGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership established in early 2026. Budgetpokale provides trophies, medals, and awards. All SFV member clubs receive a 10% discount on online orders.
• Mader TouristiktopGTM or Marketing PartnerTop partner of the SFV providing travel and tourism services.
• Erima GmbHausrüsterGTM or Marketing PartnerEquipment supplier (Ausrüster) for the SFV, providing sports apparel and equipment.
• DerbystarausrüsterGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial match ball supplier (Ausrüster) for the SFV.
• Sporthaus Glaabsaarfussball partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerSAARFUSSBALL partner — sporting goods retailer.
• Europa-Parksaarfussball partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerGermany's largest theme park in Rust, Baden-Württemberg. SAARFUSSBALL partner offering exclusive benefits to SFV members.
• Zimmer inSportssaarfussball partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerSAARFUSSBALL partner — sports equipment.
• Flughafen Saarbrückensaarfussball partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerSAARFUSSBALL partner — regional airport.
• Karlsberg Brauereisaarfussball partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerSAARFUSSBALL partner — brewery and beverage company.
• Schäper Sportgerätebau GmbHsaarfussball partnerGTM or Marketing PartnerEquipment supplier partnership since 2022. Schäper provides professional goals for tournaments (e.g., Volksbanken-Masters) and special offers for all Saarland clubs.
• Veo TechnologiesdigitalTechnology or IntegrationVideo technology partnership with Veo Technologies, providing Veo Cam 3 cameras to SFV member clubs at exclusive rates. Enables easy game recording, detailed analysis, and player development support.
• Riddle.comdigitalTechnology or IntegrationDigital partner providing interactive content tools for the SFV website.
• Sportfotografie RostammedienpartnerGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partner (sports photography) for the SFV.
• 1. FSV Mainz 05kooperationGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership providing discounted group tickets and SFV special prices for Bundesliga home games at Mewa Arena. Available for all SFV member clubs.
• IKK Südwest CardioDays (IKK Südwest, Institut für Sport- und Präventivmedizin Saarbrücken, Herzgesund Saar e.G., Deutsches Rotes Kreuz)kooperationStrategic or Co-development PartnerHealth prevention partnership spanning cardiovascular screening, first aid training, and defibrillator awareness in Saarland football clubs. SFV acts as the institutional anchor, with Dr. med. Florian Egger as Verbandsarzt (association doctor).
• Eifelpark GondorfkooperationGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership providing discounted entry to Eifelpark Gondorf for SFV club members and families using exclusive code SFV25.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Berliner Fußball-Verband: State football association for Berlin, operating leagues, cup competitions, and youth programs under DFB. Direct peer as a geographically-defined DFB federation with comparable governance and service model.
• Bayerischer Fußball-Verband: Largest German state football association (Bavaria), operating 2+ million members across leagues, cups, and youth development. Directly comparable as a DFB state federation with analogous league organization, coaching education, and sponsorship structures.
• Hessischer Fußball-Verband: DFB-affiliated state football association for Hesse, operating league and cup competitions, coach licensing, and referee training. Directly comparable in scale, structure, and service offerings to SFV.
• Niedersächsischer Fußballverband: DFB state football association for Lower Saxony, organizing amateur and youth leagues, cup competitions, and qualification programs. Comparable organizational structure and service portfolio to SFV.
• Fußball- und Leichtathletik-Verband Westfalen: Large DFB regional association covering Westphalia, integrating football and athletics governance. Comparable in operating leagues, talent development (Stützpunkte), and coach education at regional scale.
• Südwestdeutscher Fußball-Verband: Regional football association covering Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, the direct umbrella organization of which SFV is a member. Operates an analogous federation model at a larger multi-state scale.
• Württembergischer Fußball-Verband: DFB state football association for Württemberg, operating competitive leagues, cups, and youth development. Analogous scope and activities to SFV, with larger membership scale.

Others

• Landessportbund Saarland: State-level umbrella organization for all sports associations in Saarland, including SFV. Provides SFV access to state funding, volunteer programs, and cross-sport coordination.

Broad incumbents

• Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB): National umbrella organization of which SFV is a member. Operates national leagues, the DFB-Pokal, and the DFBnet platform used by SFV. Provides regulatory oversight and shared digital infrastructure.
• Deutscher Olympischer Sportbund (DOSB): National umbrella for German organized sport, providing SFV access to federal funding, insurance frameworks, and FSJ im Sport programs. Indirect governing layer above all German sports federations.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC4-YJer2tRtfUqlXLQNuFpQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/saarfv
• Instagraminstagram.com/saar.fv/?hl=de
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/saarl%C3%A4ndischer-fu%C3%9Fballverband-e.-v.

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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