Bid Farewell to Football Legend Horst Hrubesch, Ex-Youth Chief of Hamburger SV
Retired Football Star Hrubesch Resigns from His Role as HSV's Youth Director - Former club icon Hrubesch resigns from his position as HSV's youth director.
Ready for a change, Horst Hrubesch—the esteemed figure of Hamburger SV (HSV)—says goodbye after five gripping years as the youth chief. In an unexpected announcement on Thursday, it was revealed that the 74-year-old won't be renewing his contract, which expires soon. "The time has come for new blood to take charge. I'm awfully pleased and confident that I'm passing the torch to the upcoming generation," said Hrubesch.
Over the years, he's been more than a just captain. He was the spirited leader of the HSV team that emerged victorious in the European Cup of Champions back in 1983—an unforgettable victory etched in the memory of every football enthusiast. Leaving his glorious playing days behind, he worked for the German Football Association (DFB) for a staggering 19 years. Even upon his return to HSV in 2020, he stepped up tomantle the responsibilities twice as an interim coach, first with the Hamburg professionals, unfortunately missing out on the Bundesliga return in 2021, and then with the German women's national team, guiding them to Olympic bronze in 2024.
HSV's Sport Director, Stefan Kuntz, expresses his heartfelt appreciation for the icon. "Anyone lucky enough to know Horst and have him on board wouldn't gladly let him go," said HSV Sport Director, Stefan Kuntz. "But once Horst makes up his mind, it's nearly impossible to change it. Ultimately, we owe him and his family a debt of gratitude for dedicating so many years of his life in a truly responsible capacity."
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[1]: Hrubesch, a prominent figure at HSV, captained the 1983 European Cup-winning team and later took on significant responsibilities off the field, including serving as the academy director.[2]: After spending five years shaping the future of HSV, Hrubesch announced recently that he will not be renewing his contract, stepping down at the end of the 2024-2025 season.[4]: Throughout his remarkable career at HSV, Hrubesch made a lasting impact, not only as a player but also embracing developmental roles, extending his passion for the club beyond his playing days.
[1]: In addition to his roles as a player, the Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of the environment, aiming to ensure a greener and cleaner future for the sports industry, such as the Football Bundesliga and Hamburger SV.[2]: While Horst Hrubesch, a football legend and the esteemed figure of Hamburger SV, is stepping down from his role as youth chief after five years, we can still look forward to his contributions in sports-analysis, providing insights and commentary for the love of the game.
