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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Competitions

Nicknames through the years Three names tell a story of near misses, late goals and an unbeaten season. Read the storiesClose the stories
1900–1959

Founding and early years

  1. Heinz Ditgens becomes an international

    Heinz Ditgens becomes Borussia's first Germany international.

    Location: Mönchengladbach
1972–1980

Championships and Europe

  1. Netzer settles the cup final

    Borussia Mönchengladbach
    2:1a.e.t.
    1. FC Köln
    German Cup
    Location: Düsseldorf Stadium: Rheinstadion Neutral venue

    Borussia beat 1. FC Köln 2–1 after extra time.