In light of the Mill's Obituary, DFB expresses regret to Essen - Apology Issued by DFB for Mill Wedding Advertisement Incident in Essen
In a surprising turn of events, the obituary for former German football star Frank Mill, published in regional newspapers, failed to acknowledge his significant association with Rot-Weiss Essen. This omission has left fans of the club upset, and even the German Football Association (DFB) has expressed regret over the oversight.
Frank Mill, a prolific goalscorer for Rot-Weiss Essen, joined the club at the tender age of 14. During his time with the team, he made an indelible mark, scoring an impressive 41 goals in the 1980/81 season of the 2. Bundesliga. Mill's contributions to Rot-Weiss Essen were not just limited to his goalscoring record; he was also a respected figure within the club's history.
Rot-Weiss Essen, along with Fortuna Düsseldorf, confirmed Mill's passing and honoured his legacy. The club's statement highlighted Mill's significant role and the respect he commanded within their history, indicating a strong affiliation during his football career.
The DFB, in a statement, apologised for the omission of Rot-Weiss Essen from Mill's obituary. The CEO of the DFB, Andreas Rettig, expressed his regret over the oversight. However, the exact nature of the mistake remains unclear.
The omission of Rot-Weiss Essen from Mill's obituary was not just a mistake in the eyes of the fans. They took to social media to express their displeasure with the DFB's blunder. The obituary, in its final form, did not accurately represent Mill's full footballing career, which included stints at Borussia Mönchengladbach, Borussia Dortmund, and other clubs.
Despite this oversight, Mill's passing was widely acknowledged by his former clubs, including Rot-Weiss Essen, which described him as “a legend” and “an ambassador for football across the country.” Mill's legacy with Rot-Weiss Essen was undoubtedly important, and the club publicly mourned his death and praised his contributions to football in Germany.
[1] Source: Rot-Weiss Essen's official statement and social media posts.
Despite his successful football career, Frank Mill's obituary did not mention his vocational training at Rot-Weiss Essen, a vital part of his formative years. Even though Mill was a renowned footballer, one cannot forget his commitment to vocational training, a passion that extended beyond sports.
