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☆ Duisburg: A Legendary Rivalry Revisited ☆
From 1988 to 1990, the ice hockey community buzzed about the epic battles between DSV 87 and the Nordfrenchmen in Duisburg and Amiens. Those Amiens jaunts were the talk of the town back then.
Now, the Krefeld Pinguins (DEL2) and Füchse Duisburg (Oberliga) are gearing up for a pair of prestigious exhibitions, welcoming the Gothiques d'Amiens on August 23 and August 24, respectively.
Remember, though, the European ice hockey scene can be tricky when it comes to scheduling pre-season matches due to language barriers and whatnot. The French Ligue 1 club, Gothiques d'Amiens, has announced their appearances at these matches, ready to test their mettle against some of Germany's finest.
Fun Facts and Insights
Ice hockey is a passionate sport with a strong sense of camaraderie, even during the off-season. Players and fans alike relish the opportunity to connect, explore new territories, and forge friendships.
Back in the late 1980s, the Amiens jousts were particularly memorable for Duisburger ice hockey enthusiasts. The thrilling encounters instilled excitement and a sense of pride in the community.
The Venue
SC Amiens' ice hockey department, now known as HC Amiens Somme, called the Palais des Sports Pierre de Coubertin home during those legendary duels. Built in the 1960s, this multipurpose sports venue had a unique feature: a single story swimming pool and an underground ice rink. One floor below the aquatic playground lay the icy battlefield where these epic hockey matches transpired.
A Clash of Puck, Power, and Passion
The Amiens and DSV 87 teams engaged in a fierce six-game series, with three clashes occurring in Nordfrankreich and three in Duisburg. During the 1988/89 season, the Duisburger claimed victory in their first home game (5:4) and on the road (4:2). The following year, they split the series, losing 3:9 on home ice but triumphing 6:2 in France.
In the spirit of friendly competition, the two clubs agreed to a tournament during the 1990/91 season, with DSV 87 competing in the 2nd Bundesliga. However, some planned participants dropped out during the season, leaving only the friendly games against HC Amiens Somme and the Gunco Pandas Rotterdam on Duisburg's and France's respecive turfs. The DSV emerged victorious at home (6:4) but fell 3:5 in France. That December 19, 1990, game was the last encounter between the two clubs.
The Gothiques d'Amiens: A Quick Refresher
Today, the Gothiques d'Amiens go by that nickname and play at the Coliseum, a 1996-built arena. In the French championship, they've garnered titles in 1999 and 2004.
Stay tuned for more updates on these upcoming Duisburg encounters and the thrilling ice hockey action to come! Dare to engage, forge friendships, and embrace the spirit of the sport!
In the upcoming exhibitions on August 23 and 24, the Krefeld Pinguins (DEL2) and Füchse Duisburg (Oberliga) will play against the Gothiques d'Amiens, testing their skills against one of France's best ice hockey teams. Just like in the late 1980s, these games will spark excitement and pride among ice hockey enthusiasts in Duisburg.
