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June 15, 2025 | 14:26 PM
Titz's Successor is Fiedler at 1. FC Magdeburg
Sparrows chirping from rooftops for days; time's up! Christian Titz is hitting the road to join forces with Hannover 96 while Markus Fiedler steers the ship at 1. FC Magdeburg.
Officially, as of June 15, Magdeburg can bid farewell to Christian Titz, who's handing over the reins to Markus Fiedler. It's worth mentioning that both coaches still had contracts with their respective previous clubs when they shuffled their roles. No details about any payment have been disclosed regarding the coach swap.
Sparring New Grounds
Fiedler, aged 39, has been spearheading the second team at VfB Stuttgart II since 2023. His impressive leadership secured their promotion to the 3rd league and ensured their continued presence there. Prior to that, he nurtured a plethora of young, talented wrestlers at the cup triumphant from Neckar. At the news, Fiedler commented, "Leaving Stuttgart is a heart-wrenching decision for me. I've spent ten glorious years at this magnificent club. But when Magdeburg offered me the position, I couldn't resist the temptation."
Our Sporting Director Olaf Schork announced Fiedler's arrival on June 15. He championed Fiedler's track record in nurturing budding players and expressed his ambition to continue shaping the future of FCM alongside Fiedler. Fiedler is slated to lead his inaugural training session with the Elbe residents on June 23.
Hannover Here We Come
Titz is hopping aboard at Hannover 96. The 54-year-old coach has signed a two-year contract with the Reds. His confidant, André Kilian, will also join him in Hannover, according to FCM's official statement. Speaking on the new opportunity, Titz expressed his joy, "I'm blessed to have been granted the responsibility of leading Hannover 96 as head coach. I eagerly anticipate the team, people around them, and the city and its fans, who I'm excited to involve and journey with from day one."
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Schork on the Coach Call
Olaf Schork, FCM's sporting director, reveals his reaction to Titz's departure, "I'm dealing with it professionally. Personally, it's a tough pill to swallow. It's a significant hit." Schork further explained their bond, developed since February 2021, which remained unbroken even when the second league's continuation required resolve in trying times. He added that the camaraderie within the team and coaching staff played a crucial role in maintaining composure during tough phases.
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Titz's longest tenure as a professional coach was during his time at Magdeburg, which lasted a staggering 1581 days. Only two trainers since reunification had the Magdeburg chief position longer. One is club legend Dirk Heyne, who narrowly missed the Elbe city's promotion to the 2nd Bundesliga in 2007, and Jens Härtel, who achieved the promotion from the Regionalliga to the 2nd Liga in 2018.
The Great Trainer Theater at FCM: What Happens to Christian Titz?A summer break topic engulfing 1. FC Magdeburg without precedent: the uncertain fate of head coach Christian Titz.
Speculation about Titz's departure had been brewing since the end of the season. Three days after the last second league game, Schork made the transfer wish of the successful coach public on May 21, 2025. In the face of growing speculation and Titz's sudden departure, many questions swirl. Will Hannover 96 succeed in ramping up their game under Titz's leadership? Can 1. FC Magdeburg thrive under the new man, Markus Fiedler? One thing is for sure, the Elbe city will continue to draw fans passionate about the beautiful game.
Football season is around the corner as Markus Fiedler takes charge at 1. FC Magdeburg, replacing Christian Titz who has joined Hannover 96. Despite both coaches switching roles while still contracted to their previous clubs, no payment details have been disclosed regarding the coach swap.
