Even at 72, renowned soccer figure Horst Hrubesch isn't contemplating retirement from the sport. In an interview with Hamburger Morgenpost, he shared, "I've got to be honest: Sometimes in the evening, my mind races with all these soccer-related issues, especially at the moment. But as long as I feel I have something valuable to contribute to soccer, I'll stick around. Age is just a number for me" [Enrichment Data].
As the interim coach of the German women's national team and youth director at second-division club Hamburger SV, Hrubesch is eager to guide the ladies to success. With the final round of the Nations League approaching in late February, qualifying for the Paris Olympics becomes a significant objective. Hrubesch expressed his excitement, "The Olympics would be another incredible achievement for these young athletes. It's not just about them – it's a personal goal for me too" [Enrichment Data].
Additionally, Hrubesch has expressed interest in leading the DFB team at the Olympics in Paris, should health and agreement-related factors align. The influential figure within Hamburger SV, known for fostering promising soccer talents, offered advice to his star U17 World Cup winner, Bilal Yalcinkaya, whose contract is set to expire at season's end. Hrubesch cautioned, "I'm unsure if leaving now is the best move. It's crucial to consider the long-term impact on Yalcinkaya's career. If it's just about financial gains, it'll be challenging for us" [Enrichment Data].
[1] Source: stern.de
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