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Karlsruher SC: Six league games without a win! This is what former coach Eichner thinks about the KSC crisis | Sport
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Former KSC coach Eichner: With the right offer, "I'll get in my car and drive off immediately"
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Another new name! Has Schröder already lined up the new Gladbach coach?: The Gladbach coaching search is entering the next round. A new name on Rouven ...
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In the summer, Maximilian Senft succeeded Christian Eichner as head coach of KSC. But what kind of football does the 37-year-old Austrian stand for? We took a ... Show more
Maximilian Senft: The poker player on the KSC bench
Maximilian Senft: The poker player on the KSC bench
Gladbach's search for a new coach: These are the remaining candidates: Borussia Mönchengladbach is looking for a new head coach. After several rejections ...
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M'gladbach: Preferred coach declines: Borussia Mönchengladbach's search for a successor to Eugen Polanski continues. One of their preferred candidates ...
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Gladbach is looking for a successor to the dismissed Eugen Polanski. Among those being considered are Alexander Blessin, Horst Steffen, Ole Werner ... Show more
The end for 96 coach Christian Titz is decided - | only the replacement is missing
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Maximilian Senft is the new coaching hope at Karlsruher SC. In an exclusive interview with SPORT1, he explained, among other things ... Show more
2nd League on the Rise The 2nd League is ready to go. The action resumes this weekend. A comprehensive preview of the new season ... Show more
The 11FREUNDE Second Division Preview: Karlsruher SC: From the Poker Table to the Baden Balancing Act
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KSC coach Maximilian Senft: | "We have open competition": Interview with KSC coach Maximilian Senft. The Vienna native has been the coach of the second-division ...
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Motekallemi's thoughts on the season opener with Arminia against KSC: Sirus Motekallemi returns to the Wildpark with Arminia Bielefeld. Christian ...
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Paid articlePaywall Senft starts at KSC without fear of Eichner's legacy: Maximilian Senft starts at KSC with fresh energy and new rituals. In an interview ...
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Arminia Bielefeld expands its coaching staff: Sirus Motekallemi comes from Karlsruhe
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Paid articlePaywallKSC: What coach Senft wants to do differently than his colleagues: As Christian Eichner's successor, Maximilian Senft inherits a tough legacy at KSC ...
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Christian Eichner’s time as coach of Karlsruher SC has come to an end. After more than 10 years as a coach and 13 years as a player, it’s over ... Show more
What gift the KSC players gave to former coach Christian Eichner: For six years, Christian Eichner shaped the fortunes of KSC from the sidelines ...
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Paid articlePaywall After a total of 23 years as a player and coach at KSC, Christian Eichner is leaving the club. Fans are sad about his departure; some have never known any ... Show more
Eichner's successor officially appointed: Senft takes over KSC in the summer: Karlsruher SC has signed Maximilian Senft as its new head coach ...
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It’s the final week of training for Christian Eichner; then an era in coaching comes to an end.
"Bringing the magic and wonder back to the stadium one last time!" | Christian Eichner's final pre-match press conference as KSC head coach is now ... Show more
"To bring the magic and wonder back to the stadium one more time!"
"To bring the magic and wonder back to the stadium one more time!"
One last dance in 25/26 🕺 💙 🤍 On Sunday at 3:30 p.m., we host VfL Bochum 1848. Together with our head coach, Christian Eichner ... Show more
"The boys should enjoy everything one last time!"
"The boys should enjoy everything one last time!"
After six and a half years as head coach on the sidelines and a total of 23 years as a player and coach, Christian Eichner's time at KSC has come to an end ... Show more
Former KSC sporting director Kreuzer surprises Eichner with a brief visit: Oliver Kreuzer returns to Karlsruhe’s Wildpark and bids farewell to Christian Eichner ...
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Paid articlePaywall The last away game of the season is coming up! 🚌 In the preview, we look ahead to the match against SC Paderborn together with our head coach Christian Eichner ... Show more
"As successful as possible"
"As successful as possible"
(k+) Tactician, motivator, listener: How Eichner shaped an era at KSC: Christian Eichner will stand on the sidelines as coach of Karlsruher SC for only one more ...
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Paid articlePaywall Photo gallery: These seven players will be saying goodbye at KSC.: Not only head coach Christian Eichner is saying goodbye to KSC on Sunday ...
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VfL Bochum: Hofmann on a record hunt in emotional reunion with KSC: Philipp Hofmann plays with VfL Bochum for the first time against his former club Karlsruher ...
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Paid articlePaywall KSC coach Christian Eichner is leaving Karlsruher SC at the end of this season. His farewell tour began with the match against Bielefeld ... Show more
Key FactsKarlsruher SC’s Emotional Farewell to Coach Eichner
Apr 10, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kicker.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: kicker.de
- Christian Eichner was deeply moved after the club announced his departure at the end of the season and following a 4-1 victory over Bielefeld.
- The win not only brought KSC to 40 points but also strengthened the bond among players, fans, and their coach.
- Eichner expressed gratitude for the years shared with the team and highlighted its special meaning to him and those close to him.
- Captain Wanitzek and opposing coach Mitch Kniat praised Eichner’s contributions and pledged to honor him with a proper farewell.
That is an incredibly powerful image that emerged today. The fans felt that I am one of them, even in my role.— Christian Eichner, Karlsruher SC coach, after the 4-1 win over Arminia Bielefeld; remarks at the post-match press conference
Marvin Wanitzek and Christian Eichner share a long history together at Karlsruher SC. Eichner is leaving KSC at the end of the season ... Show more
Key FactsKarlsruher SC’s Coach Faces Emotional Farewell
Apr 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Christian Eichner will leave Karlsruher SC at the season’s end despite having a contract valid until 2027.
- The team’s 4-1 win against Arminia Bielefeld was a heartfelt effort to honor their long-standing coach.
- Sport director Mario Eggimann cited the need for fresh ideas as the reason behind Eichner’s departure.
- Captain Marvin Wanitzek and player Nicolai Rapp praised Eichner’s contributions and accepted the unexpected decision.
We owe it to him to give him the best possible send-off in the final weeks.— Marvin Wanitzek, captain of Karlsruher SC, after the 4-1 win over Arminia Bielefeld
OpinionWho will be the coach of 1. FC Köln?: One candidate could move to a Bundesliga rival
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Burnic in a hurry after his farewell at KSC: Bosnian is in the World Cup squad: The first KSC professional can look forward to an extended season on the ...
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Paid articlePaywallUnion Berlin and the search for the right coach: Union Berlin is still without a coach for the upcoming season. A job description has been drawn up ...
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Eichner's successor: Rapp is the top favorite: Officially, the search for a new coach at KSC is not yet complete. However, a potential returning coach ...
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Christian Eichner is leaving Karlsruher SC at the end of the season. After Friday night’s 4-1 home win against Arminia Bielefeld ... Show more
KSC coach Eichner warns of angry Paderborn and thinks of Opitz: In the last away game, the KSC coach expects an opponent with a burning desire for revenge ...
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Paid articlePaywall After the home game comes the next home game! 🏟️ Eight days after the match against Hannover 96, we welcome SV Darmstadt 98 to the BBBank Wildpark on Sunday ... Show more
"I'm really looking forward to the two home games!"
"I'm really looking forward to the two home games!"
Eichner arrives with KSC: Another promotion setback for Kettemann?: Having come from Karlsruhe, Ralf Kettemann led Paderborn towards the Bundesliga. Now ...
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Members' Forum: KSC Sporting Director Eggimann comments on Eichner's departure
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Paid articlePaywall The pure joy of a home win in a packed stadium! 🏟️ 💪 In our preview, we look ahead to the match against Hannover 96 together with our head coach ... Show more
"I want to see pure joy!"
"I want to see pure joy!"
Karlsruher SC fights against Darmstadt 98 for points and prestige: Karlsruher SC parts ways with coach Christian Eichner at the end of the season ...
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According to exclusive Sky Sports information, Christian Eichner is one of the top candidates for the coaching position at Union Berlin ... Show more
KSC takes its time in the search for a coach - | Eichner pays tribute to Schleusener
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Paid articlePaywall Five more games, four of them against promotion contenders! ⚔️ Tomorrow we're playing away at SV Elversberg for three points. In our preview ... Show more
"Making it difficult for the teams at the top"
"Making it difficult for the teams at the top"
"Give Christian the best possible send-off!" | Today's press conference is now on KSC TV. ▶️ "Give Christian the best possible send-off!"
Christian Eichner could move to the Bundesliga this summer! Do you think he's ready for the top flight? ⌛ After a total of 23 years with the club ... Show more
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▶️ Discussions have been ongoing internally for weeks; finalized tonight between Eggimann and Eichner
▶️ Both sides want to move on; the ... Show more
Eichner on KSC: | "The best time of my life": This season's episodes of "Your Second Division Talk - | HvK & Tusche" are drawing to a close - | and so is ...
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Kiel wins the basement battle and overtakes struggling Düsseldorf! Eichner celebrates: KSC wins the first game of their farewell tour. 💪 #2bundesliga
Our club has had an eventful few days, but the home game against Bielefeld is just around the corner. 🏟️ Before the ball starts rolling tomorrow at 6:30 pm in ... Show more
"Bringing the magic to the stage"
"Bringing the magic to the stage"
KSC chaos intensifies: Fans take to the barricades against club management: Things continue to go haywire at KSC! After the second-division club announced the ...
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The beginning of the end for a close-knit KSC community: At the Wildpark, Marvin Wanitzek celebrates a record-breaking night. But following his split with ...
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Paid articlePaywall From Rapp to Wörle: Where will KSC find its successor for Eichner?: The presentation of Christian Eichner's successor is expected soon. But what kind of ...
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Paid articlePaywall KSC Managing Director Becker faces tough questions during turbulent times: Following the announced departure of Christian Eichner, Managing Director Michael ...
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Paid articlePaywall From KSC to Union Berlin? Eichner won’t comment on speculation: Augsburg. Mönchengladbach. Cologne. Where will the journey take him? The rumor mill surrounding ...
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Paid articlePaywall KSC sporting director promises quick solution for Eichner's successor: Outgoing coach Christian Eichner and Mario Eggimann answered journalists' ...
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Paid articlePaywall The highlights on replay: The highlights on replay | Christian Eichner's departure is official, now the season needs to be finished successfully: at home ...
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Rumors about Eichner: KSC allegedly considering a coaching change for summer: KSC failed to make an impact at Schalke. Meanwhile, rumors are circulating that the ...
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Paid articlePaywall On Sunday, we're moving our Easter brunch to the Arena auf Schalke! 🐣 🐰 Together with head coach Christian Eichner, we'll be looking ahead to the match ... Show more
"The ambition to do better"
"The ambition to do better"
KSC wins the first game of Eichner's farewell tour - | Kiel wins relegation battle in Düsseldorf
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After the break, the KSC team still manages some magical moments: In the first game of Christian Eichner's farewell tour with Karlsruher SC ...
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Paid articlePaywall Things are getting serious at KSC: “It’s good for everyone when there’s planning certainty”
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Paid articlePaywall Verl's coach Strobl amused by KSC rumors: "Nothing's going to make me leave here"
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"Dismantling in installments": Why KSC coach Eichner has to go - | Team also wanted dismissal #2BL "Unique occurrence": The background to Eichner's departure
Opinion(k+) Eichner's departure follows a risky fantasy - | and reinforces a suspicion
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Reports: KSC coach Eichner on the verge of being sacked at the Wildpark - | Verl's Strobl candidate for successor
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Head coach Christian Eichner's summary of the 0-1 friendly defeat against @svww_official. #KSCmeineHeimat
Wanitzek explains KSC's rollercoaster season: "We only have ourselves to blame"
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"Very unfortunate": No rematch between Eichner and Dzeko: There are some Bosnian connections between Karlsruhe and Schalke 04. However, a reunion between KSC ...
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Tomorrow evening we host SpVgg Greuther Fürth for a floodlit match! 🏟️ In the preview, we look ahead to the game with Christian Eichner and discuss what needs ... Show more
"Will not make the three points any easier for us"
"Will not make the three points any easier for us"
Photobomb in Christian Eichner style 😍😂
The KSC coach was clearly in a good mood before the game at 1. FC Magdeburg and crashed the photo of referee Oldhafer ... Show more
What Wanitzek appreciates about Eichner: “If he doesn’t fit in at KSC...”: Video: Marvin Wanitzek has become a mainstay at KSC, turning down several lucrative ...
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KSC coach Eichner criticizes test match performance: Second half was weak: In the test match against SV Wehen Wiesbaden, the KSC second team failed to score any ...
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Paid articlePaywall"Unbelievable faith": Eichner takes off his hat - | and sympathizes with Egloff: After trailing at halftime, Karlsruher SC turned the game around in the second ...
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Wake-up call from KSC coach Eichner at halftime: "Otherwise it makes no sense": Things weren't looking good for KSC at halftime. Coach Eichner apparently ...
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Paid articlePaywall Wide awake and ready for his third consecutive victory! ⚔️ How we plan to do this and who will be approaching us can be read in the preview. ➡️ Eichner: | "We remain vigilant!"
KSC defender Ambrosius wants to put the bitter Fürth experience behind him: When Stephan Ambrosius played against Fürth three years ago, his day ended early ...
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