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VfL Bochum, a German football club, has a rich history and notable achievements. Founded in 1848, the club has experienced both highs and lows throughout its existence. Bochum's home venue is the Vonovia Ruhrstadion, which has a capacity of around 27,599 spectators. The club is affectionately known as "Die Unabsteigbaren," which translates to "The Unrelegatables." This nickname stems from their impressive record of never being relegated from the Bundesliga, Germany's top division, during the 1970s and 1980s. Bochum's major accomplishments include reaching the UEFA Cup quarter-finals in the 1997-1998 season and finishing as runners-up in the DFB-Pokal, the German Cup, in the 1967-1968 season. Despite not having won any major titles, VfL Bochum has established itself as a resilient and respected club in German football.