Bayern Munich fans protest the Oktoberfest kit during 7–0 win
A large banner reading "§1 The club colors are sacred" was displayed at the 7–0 home win to protest the club’s black Oktoberfest shirt.
Supporters of Bayern Munich staged a visible protest during the Bundesliga match against Union Berlin at the Allianz Arena on September 19, 2026, while the team secured a 7-0 victory.
Fans demand red-and-white home colours
In the stands a giant replica jersey was unfurled — predominantly red with white details — carrying the message: "§1 The club colors are sacred." The banner was intended as a direct rebuke to the club's choice of a special-edition Oktoberfest kit for the fixture.
The special kit used for the match was predominantly black and featured multiple accent colours. Fans say such experimental designs stray from Bayern's historical identity and insist the team wear the traditional red (with white) at home games.
Images and short clips of the banner and supporters' display spread quickly across social media during the match, prompting comments from other fan groups and online accounts that cover ultras activity.
Club officials have used themed and commemorative shirts in recent seasons, but supporter groups argue there should be clear limits when a design conflicts with what they consider the club's core visual identity.
Photo: press material from the event
