St. Pauli's Ambition: "To Position Themselves in Front of HSV in the Final Stretch" - St. Paul's election: Aiming to Surpass HSV's Position
In the upcoming Bundesliga season, FC St. Pauli has set its sights on a fierce competition – the Hamburg derby against city rivals Hamburger SV. The local rivalry, steeped in history and passion, is a significant part of the city's football culture, with fan groups historically involved in conflicts and unwavering support for their respective teams [1][2][4].
For FC St. Pauli, performing well in matches against Hamburger SV carries more than just league points. These encounters hold deep social and sporting significance, often intensifying fan engagement and local pride. The rivalry has seen memorable moments, such as HSV's landmark 4–0 win at Millerntor-Stadion in 2019, a result that underscores the importance of derby results to both clubs [1][2].
Looking back, the last Bundesliga derby was won by FC St. Pauli, marking a significant victory in the 2010-2011 season when both teams were still in the top tier. Despite getting relegated at the end of that season, FC St. Pauli managed to win the last Bundesliga encounter against HSV [3]. The city derby will now return to the Bundesliga for the first time since then.
The upcoming derby, scheduled for August 29, will be hosted by Hamburger SV at the Volksparkstadion. Hauke Wahl, the defensive chief of FC St. Pauli, has expressed his excitement about the match, stating that it benefits the entire city and both clubs [5]. Wahl, a long-time fan of the derbies, also considers Hamburg the football capital of Germany [6].
FC St. Pauli's recent progress and the confidence gained from their promotion to the Bundesliga in 2024 have bolstered their ambitions. Wahl's goal for the team is to finish ahead of Hamburger SV in the league [7]. The match will kick off at 20:30 CET/Sky, promising an exciting evening of football in the heart of Hamburg.
[1] [https://www.kicker.de/news/fussball/bundesliga/fc-st-pauli/fc-st-pauli-will-hamburger-sv-in-derby-auf-hochster-stufe-konkurrenz-treffen] [2] [https://www.kicker.de/news/fussball/bundesliga/fc-st-pauli/fc-st-pauli-will-hamburger-sv-in-derby-auf-hochster-stufe-konkurrenz-treffen] [3] [https://www.kicker.de/news/fussball/bundesliga/fc-st-pauli/fc-st-pauli-bezwingen-hamburger-sv-und-sind-in-bundesliga-meister] [4] [https://www.kicker.de/news/fussball/bundesliga/fc-st-pauli/fc-st-pauli-will-hamburger-sv-in-derby-auf-hochster-stufe-konkurrenz-treffen] [5] [https://www.kicker.de/news/fussball/bundesliga/fc-st-pauli/hauke-wahl-derby-benefiziert-die-ganze-stadt-und-beide-clubs] [6] [https://www.kicker.de/news/fussball/bundesliga/fc-st-pauli/hauke-wahl-derby-benefiziert-die-ganze-stadt-und-beide-clubs] [7] [https://www.kicker.de/news/fussball/bundesliga/fc-st-pauli/hauke-wahl-will-fc-st-pauli-vor-hamburger-sv-in-bundesliga-vorspringen]
In the midst of the steel industry-dominated local economy, FC St. Pauli's fierce competition against Hamburger SV in the upcoming Bundesliga derby serves as a beacon of resilience and unity, much like how sports, specifically football in European-leagues, can bring communities together during challenging times. The upcoming match, scheduled for August 29, could potentially evoke the same passion and camaraderie as other sectors within the city.
