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Cottbus Bolsters Squad with Pacey Signings Ogbidi and Hannemann
lowest-tier football side FC Energie Cottbus has snapped up speedy attackers Theo Ogbidi and Moritz Hannemann for the upcoming season, aiming to give their squad a much-needed boost in the fiercely competitive 3. Liga.
Securing the Lightning-fast Ogbidi
24-year-old winger Ogbidi switches from Regionalliga champs 1. FC Lok Leipzig, joining forces with the Lausitz club after an impressive stint there. His predecessor team? The chess-loving Magdeburg brigade, where Ogbidi honed his skills as a youth player before venturing out to the Regionalliga side Chemnitzer FC and eventually, Lok Leipzig.
Ogbidi's career was put on hold two years back due to injury, halting a potential move to Cottbus. But now, with his recovery in full swing, the pacey dynamo is ready to reignite his career in the Lausitz region. Energie coach Claus-Dieter Wollitz had been eyeing Ogbidi for quite some time and is glad to finally have him on board.
Moritz the Movers and Shakers
Moritz Hannemann, a 27-year-old offensive powerhouse, ventures from regional giants Würzburger Kickers after being released by SSV Ulm following their promotion to the 2. Bundesliga. Prior to that, Hannemann made a name for himself in the Bayernliga after stints with Rosenheim and Dachau.
The sinuous attacker played a pivotal role in Ulm's promotions, first to the 3. Liga and then to the second division. Coach Wollitz is thrilled with the signing, praising Hannemann's ability to inject energy and create opportunities in the final third.
While numbers about Hannemann's contributions in Würzburg aren't widely available, his performances have earned him a reputation as a relentless attacker at the Regionalliga level.
- Key Fact: Ogbidi had been on Wollitz's radar for two years, but an untimely injury prevented the transfer. With his recovery and return to health, Ogbidi has made his mark, providing 24 assists and scoring 10 goals in 107 games for Chemnitzer FC.
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The dynamic duo, Ogbidi and Hannemann, joins forces with FC Energie Cottbus to bolster their ranks for the coming season. Hailing from the lower leagues, these two speedy attackers bring valuable experience from the Regionalliga, having managed 107 appearances between them, scoring 17 goals, and creating 34 assists.
Theo Ogbidi
- Background & Career History: Originally from RB Leipzig, Ogbidi played youth football there before moving to 1. FC Magdeburg and then traveling to Chemnitzer FC, Regionalliga side, in summer 2020. Before his latest transfer, Ogbidi spent a year at 1. FC Lok Leipzig.
- Position: Offensive winger/outside midfielder
- Age: 24 years old (as of enrichment data collection)
Injury History: Ogbidi suffered a significant injury two years ago, which had stalled an earlier move to Energie Cottbus. However, since then, he has bounced back fiercely, leaving behind a trail of impressive performances and a biological passport marked by recovery, pacing, and elite-level conditioning.
Role: Ogbidi is expected to reinforce the offensive flanks, providing speed and creativity to Cottbus' in their assault on the 3. Liga.
Moritz Hannemann
- Background & Career History: Hannemann started his career with Bayernliga sides Rosenheim and Dachau before joining SV Heimstetten in the Regionalliga Bayern at the age of 20. Following stints with SSV Ulm and most recently Würzburger Kickers, Hannemann has worked his way up through the ranks, further solidifying his reputation as a formidable attacking talent.
- Position: Offensive/attacker
- Age: 27 years old (as of enrichment data collection)
Role: Hannemann is expected to reinforce the team's offensive options, adding depth and quality to the attack.
Official club statement confirms the ages of both players, with Theo Ogbidi being the 24-year-old winger joining from 1. FC Lok Leipzig, and Moritz Hannemann, the 27-year-old attacker hailing from Würzburger Kickers. The signings of these two accelerated talents are seen as a smart move by the Cottbus coaching staff, aiming to bring new energy to the 3. Liga and take on the many challenges ahead.
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