Dusseldorf faced 1. FC Kaiserslautern on April 4, 2026, in the 28th matchday of the 2. Bundesliga, suffering a 0-3 defeat. The match took place at the Fritz-Walter-Stadion in Kaiserslautern, where approximately 47,778 spectators, including around 3,500 fans from Dusseldorf, were present. Despite the support from the fans, Fortuna Dusseldorf's team could not deliver and failed to score. The first half ended goalless, but in the second half, the hosts stepped up and scored three goals. The Dusseldorf fans displayed their passion during the match, holding up banners to raise awareness on current issues. This defeat will pose a challenge for Dusseldorf as they continue to fight for crucial points in the relegation battle.