Dortmund to reward football supporters who don’t use phone during matches

Borussia Dortmund’s new scheme does not mean a ban on supporters using their phones and system is voluntary for fans.Published On 23 Oct 202623 Oct 2026A stadium selfie could soon be to a fan’s detriment at German football giant Borussia Dortmund after the club announced plans to reward those who leave their phones alone during the game.Dortmund is offering signed jerseys and gift cards for club merchandise to fans who use an app which measures how often they unlock their phones at its stadium.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4Saudi Arabia security puts Asian Cup in doubt: Japan football chieflist 2 of 4Can Harry Kane end England’s 25-year wait for a Ballon d’Or winner?list 3 of 4FIFA President Infantino’s re-election endorsed in U-turn by Asian footballlist 4 of 4Verdict in Maradona death trial to be delivered on December 22end of listArguing that “more and more fans are annoyed by selfies, streaming, and social media in the stands,” Dortmund says supporters can volunteer to use a “fan mode” in the club’s app, starting Saturday with a home game against Eintracht Frankfurt.Fan mode will measure how often the phone is unlocked during the game, not counting the halftime b...