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Marcel Rapp Set to Lead FC St. Pauli Next SeasonFC St. Pauli parts ways with Blessin after relegation; Rapp to begin second division prep on June 26 at age 47.
- FC St. Pauli ended its contract with Alexander Blessin following the club’s relegation from the Bundesliga.
- Marcel Rapp, previously Holstein Kiel’s coach, is expected to take over and start preparing the team for the 2. Bundesliga season.
- Blessin managed the team for two years but was unable to avoid relegation despite a strong defensive approach.
- Sport director Andreas Bornemann highlighted that a fresh start under Rapp is the best course after thorough evaluation.
Alex’s qualities as a coach are undisputed; however, after our analysis we have concluded that a separation and a fresh start with full conviction this summer is the right path.— Sports Chief Andreas Bornemann according to the club’s statement; in the context of Blessin’s departure and the planned restart
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