St. Pauli: History, Sponsors, Net Worth & Trophies

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Sat, Nov 1

2:30 pm

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Club		PL	W	D	L	GD	PTS
13	FCA FC Augsburg	7	2	1	4	-2	7
14	PAU St. Pauli	7	2	1	4	-4	7

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Hamburg, a city well known for its bustling port and, most importantly, as the home of one of Germany's historic football clubs, Hamburger SV. The club are defined globally by their famous blue, white, and black crest. Beyond the city giants lies another German football team with deep roots - FC St. Pauli, a club that represent a unique counter-cultural identity and continuously fight for their values. Founded in 1910, the club's modern identity has been shaped by the alternative, left-wing culture of its district. FC St. Pauli has followed this principle ever since, fighting for glory and existence against their much superior city rival, Hamburger SV.

Their competitive spirit has been constantly tested, with the club often moving between Germany's top two divisions. As of September 2025, FC St. Pauli are fighting to cement their place in the Bundesliga. Last season, after their promotion, the club successfully survived their first year back in the top flight, a tough battle that saw them secure their status late in the season. This modern-day struggle is a powerful symbol of their fight for a distinct identity, proving to Germany and the world that a club built on progressive values can survive among the giants. Join us as we take a look at St. Pauli and its origin, stadium, history, net worth, achievements, and much more.

FC St. Pauli History & Key Facts

FC St. Pauli history can be dated back to 15 May 1910, when they were founded in the Hamburg district of the same name. The club were initially a standard local team, but their modern identity was forged in the 1980s. They became a symbol of counter-culture and left-wing politics, creating a club for the local alternative scene, in contrast to city rivals like Hamburger SV, who at the time represented a more traditional, establishment identity. This gave the club its distinct and world-famous ideology.

St. Pauli has spent the majority of their existence in Germany's second division, making their periods in the top flight moments of celebration for its loyal fanbase. While the side have not won the Bundesliga title or the DFB-Pokal, they enjoyed significant success in the 2. Bundesliga, winning it to secure promotion to the top flight. FC St. Pauli home ground is the iconic Millerntor-Stadion.

Founded	1910
Current Owner	Club Members
Country	Germany
City	Hamburg
Nickname	Kiezkicker (Neighbourhood Kickers)
League	Bundesliga
Stadium	Millerntor-Stadion
Capacity	29,546
Manager/Head Coach	Alexander Blessin
Squad Size	29

FC St. Pauli Net Worth & Value

FC St. Pauli net worth distinguishes them from their German rivals, reflecting their unique financial position as a smaller Bundesliga club with a powerful global brand. St. Pauli net worth is estimated to be around $180 million, with most of the income being generated by their Bundesliga status, which guarantees them broadcasting revenue, strong commercial revenue, player sales, and matchday revenue. Other than net worth, St. Pauli's current squad valuation is estimated to be around $65 million, generated by their high-profile players like Eric Smith, Jackson Irvine, and several other key members of the squad.

Net Worth	$180 million
FC St. Pauli Valuation	$65 million
Revenue Sources	Broadcasting Revenue Matchday Revenue Commerical Revenue Player Transfers

Net Worth

$180 million

FC St. Pauli Valuation

$65 million

Revenue Sources

Broadcasting Revenue

Matchday Revenue

Commerical Revenue

Player Transfers

FC St. Pauli Sponsors

FC St. Pauli's commercial portfolio has been a crucial element of their financial strategy, leveraging their unique global brand to compete in the Bundesliga. The club have secured partnerships with various international and local brands that are vital for its operations. FC St. Pauli sponsors include their long-term main shirt sponsor, Congstar, and their kit is produced by Puma. Their other key sponsors include local brewery Astra and global apparel brand Levi's.

Congstar	Main Sponsor
Puma	Kit Sponsor
Astra	Beverage Partner
Levis	Official Partner

FC St. Pauli Rivalries

FC St. Pauli's rivalries are deeply rooted in their local geography and the unique cultural and political identity of their home city, Hamburg. The club's most significant and fiercely contested fixtures are against their crosstown rivals, Hamburger SV. Additionally, St. Pauli have a heated rivalry with Hansa Rostock, which is based more on a clash of political ideologies than geography.

Hamburger Derby

The club's primary and most famous rivalry is with Hamburger SV, a fixture known as the Hamburger Stadtderby. This derby is one of the most passionate in Germany, often defined by the contrasting identities of the two clubs within the same city. While results have historically favoured their rivals, the matches are always charged with immense passion, local pride, and a clash of cultures.

Politisches Derby

St. Pauli's rivalry with Hansa Rostock is one of the most politically charged in German football, based on a direct clash of ideologies rather than geography. It pits the famously left-wing, anti-fascist identity of St. Pauli's fanbase against the historical far-right elements within sections of Hansa Rostock's supporters. This makes their encounters incredibly tense and hostile, with the focus often being as much on the political statements in the stands as the action on the pitch.

FC St. Pauli Trophies & Achievements

Though St. Pauli haven't yet been able to win the Bundesliga title, the club have a proud history defined by its success in Germany's second division. The FC St. Pauli trophy cabinet is highlighted by their 2. Bundesliga victory, showing their prowess and ability to earn promotion to the top flight. The club has also enjoyed a significant run in the DFB-Pokal, reaching the semi-finals in the 2005-06 season.

Competition	Titles	Seasons
2. Bundesliga	1	2023-24

FC St. Pauli Fan Following

St. Pauli fans are a deeply passionate and fiercely loyal community, famous well beyond the city of Hamburg. Often shadowed in historical success by their city rivals, Hamburger SV. FC St. Pauli fans have built a unique global identity based on progressive, left-wing politics and social activism. This loyalty is defined by a strong sense of community and shared values, creating an inclusive and famously loud atmosphere at the FC St. Pauli stadium, Millerntor-Stadion. While their local significance is immense, their unique counter-cultural stance gives them a massive international following, with numerous official supporter clubs ensuring the club's skull and crossbones symbol is passionately represented globally.

FC St. Pauli Future Goals

As of now, FC St. Pauli's primary goal is to solidify its position as an established Bundesliga team, breaking their historical cycle of promotion and relegation. The long-term ambition is to build a competitive squad that can consistently survive in the top flight, creating stability while remaining true to the club's unique fan-centric and progressive values.