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Wikipedia - VfL Oldenburg
VfL Oldenburg is a German sports club from the town of Oldenburg, Lower Saxony which is best known for its football team, which plays in the Landesliga Weser-Ems, the sixth level of the German football league system. The club has over 2,000 members in nine different sports departments including handball, American football, badminton, athletics, gymnastics and volleyball.
History
VfL Oldenburg were relegated from the German fifth tier (Oberliga) in 2009–10. In 2013, they returned to the Oberliga Niedersachsen as Landesliga Weser-Ems champions. In 2018, the club achieved promotion to the Regionalliga Nord. It was relegated back to the Oberliga after the 2018–19 season.
In June 2021, it was announced that VfL Oldenburg had qualified for 2021–22 DFB-Pokal. The club was awarded the DFB-Pokal berth after a draw between the remaining participants of the Lower Saxony Cup, which had been abandoned amid the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany.
The team plays its home matches at the Marschweg Stadium, which boasts a vibrant atmosphere and is a focal point for local supporters. VfL Oldenburg is recognized for its commitment to developing young talent and fostering a strong community spirit, often engaging with fans through various outreach programs and events.
With a focus on teamwork, discipline, and a strong work ethic, VfL Oldenburg aims to build a competitive squad that can challenge for honors in the league while maintaining its identity and connection to the local community. The club's ambition is to return to higher divisions and establish itself as a prominent force in German football, while continuing to honor its storied past.