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Ice Pirates meet in Regensburg and Düsseldorf

Ice Pirates before double matchday: Friday in Regensburg, Sunday against Düsseldorf

On Friday, February 13, 8:00 p.m., the Eispiraten Crimmitschau will play against the Eisbären Regensburg in the Donau-Arena. On Sunday, February 15, 5:00 p.m., the home game against Düsseldorfer EG will follow in the Sahnpark Crimmitschau.

Theme of the evening in Regensburg: Retro Day

The away game in Regensburg is under the motto Retro Day. Both teams will play in special retro jerseys, giving the duel a special setting. Fans can look forward to an atmospheric ambiance and a focused contest.

Game times and venues

  • Friday, February 13, 8:00 p.m. – Eisbären Regensburg vs. Eispiraten Crimmitschau (Donau-Arena, Regensburg)
  • Sunday, February 15, 5:00 p.m. – Eispiraten Crimmitschau vs. Düsseldorfer EG (Sahnpark, Crimmitschau)

Tickets, admission and arrival

Regensburg (Friday)

  • Tickets: according to the organizing club, available online and at the box office.
  • Admission: Early admission is recommended to avoid waiting times.
  • Note: The Retro Day motto may lead to increased fan turnout.

Crimmitschau (Sunday)

  • Tickets: available online as well as at the box office.
  • Fan arrival: A larger travel group from Düsseldorf is expected (special train/fan buses, according to club information).
  • Families: The matchday is dedicated to the Eispiraten Kids Club.

Sporting outlook

The weekend is significant both in terms of the standings and sport: Away game against a strong opponent on Friday, followed by the direct duel with Düsseldorf on Sunday. Both matches can influence the positions in the middle of the DEL2 table.

For Crimmitschau, a focused defensive performance and efficient finishing will be crucial for the weekend. Düsseldorf arrives with a compact forecheck and dangerous power play; Regensburg impresses with high intensity on home ice.

Squad updates

  • Crimmitschau: Forward Maxim Trépanier is out long-term; defenseman Robin Veber and loan player Justin Büsing are available again. The participation of Corey Mackin is, according to the club, open.
  • Düsseldorf: Head coach is Harry Lange; forward Yushiroh Hirano is unavailable due to injury.

All information subject to short-term changes on matchday.

Fan service and information

  • Clothing: In the Donau-Arena, there may be special fan activities during Retro Day; jerseys and fan clothing are expressly welcome.
  • Travel planning: Early arrival is recommended for both venues. Please observe current club and traffic information on matchday.
  • Safety: Observe fan separation and bag regulations of the arenas; follow the instructions of the security staff.

Sources and further information

  1. Eispiraten Crimmitschau – Preview Regensburg/Düsseldorf — Club statement, preview and information (accessed 2026-02-12)
  2. Eispiraten Crimmitschau – Home game Düsseldorf, guest appearance Regensburg — Club statement, fan info and supporting program (accessed 2026-02-12)
  3. Radio Zwickau – Matchday reference DEG — Local broadcaster; general context info (accessed 2026-02-12)
  4. BLICK – Matchday reference Regensburg — Regional reporting; context (accessed 2026-02-12)
  5. ABG-Net – Context report — Additional regional source (accessed 2026-02-12)

Last reviewed: 2026-02-12

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