Stadion am Bieberer Berg is a

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. It became the new home of

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, when it replaced the "old" Stadion am Bieberer Berg. The first game played on the ground was a

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between Kickers and

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on 18 July 2012, with more than 15,000 fans attending. The stadium is also a regular host to the

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's games.

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Football venues in Germany Stadion am Bieberer Berg Stadion am Bieberer Berg Stadion am Bieberer Berg Sports venues in Hesse Sports venues completed in 2012 {{Germany-sports-venue-stub

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