Karlsruher SC take the belt

Karlsruher SC beat Bayern Munich 1–0 at home to start reign 20 of the Bundesliga belt, the 3rd for the franchise.

Bayern Munich had held it since January 14, 1966, with 4 defenses over 43 days.

Karlsruher SC held it for 7 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to 1. FC Nurnberg on March 5, 1966.