While some VfB players are enjoying a well-earned break, others are away on international duty at FIFA World Cup 2026 in Canada, Mexico and USA. Meanwhile, in Cannstatt, planning for the 2026/27 season is already in full swing, with the key dates in VfB’s pre-season schedule now confirmed.
All key dates at a glance (subject to change):
| 2 July 2026 | Bundesliga fixture list released |
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| 16 July 2026, 15:00 CEST | Start of training at the club centre |
| 19 Juyi 2026, 14:30 CEST | Friendly: TSG Balingen vs. VfB |
| 25 July 2026, 15:00 CEST | 'JAKO Friendly’: FSV Hollenbach vs. VfB |
| 29 July 2026, 19:00 CEST | Friendly: Kickers Offenbach vs. VfB |
| 3 - 7 August 2026 | Training camp in Grassau am Chiemsee |
| 21 - 24 August 2026 | DFB Cup first round: F.C. Hansa Rostock vs. VfB |
| 27 August 2026 | UEFA Champions League, league phase draw |
| 28 - 30 August 2026 | Bundesliga Matchday 1 |
| 8 - 10 September 2026 | UEFA Champions League Matchday 1 |