The history of Borussia Mönchengladbach

Key milestones in the club's history, in chronological order.

The key milestones at a glance.

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1900–1959

Founding and early years

  1. First West German championship

    VfTuR München-Gladbach
    3:1a.e.t.
    Kölner BC 01
    West German championship
    Location: Neuss Neutral venue

    Playing as VfTuR, Borussia beat Kölner BC 3–1 after extra time in the West German championship final in Neuss.