"Disgusts me": St. Pauli coach rants about ball boys - St. Pauli coach slams ball boys after Bundesliga draw chaos
Blessin criticised the ball boys for not keeping spare balls readily available during the game. He argued that, as in England, balls should remain on the sidelines at all times to avoid delays. His remarks came after his team’s draw with Köln, where he claimed the issue had cost them momentum.
The dispute highlights differing views on matchday procedures in German football. Blessin’s criticism suggests a preference for stricter standards, while the DFL’s optional guidelines leave room for inconsistency. For now, clubs retain flexibility in how they manage ball boys during games.
