Veteran Coach Felix Magath suddeny joins lower-tier Frankish regional soccer league
Football Legend Felix Magath Returns to Viktoria Aschaffenburg
Viktoria Aschaffenburg, a football club with a rich history dating back to 1904, has made a significant move by appointing footballing legend Felix Magath as a board member. Magath, a native of Aschaffenburg, born in 1953, has returned to his roots after a distinguished career both in Germany and abroad.
Magath started his football journey in the local area, playing for TV 1860 Aschaffenburg as a youth player in 1964. He later moved on to Viktoria Aschaffenburg around 1972, marking the beginning of his early development in the sport. Although he went on to achieve major titles with clubs like Hamburger SV and the West Germany national team, Viktoria Aschaffenburg played a pivotal role in his footballing education.
In 2025, Magath returned to Viktoria Aschaffenburg, this time in a strategic leadership position as the club's sporting director. This move was noteworthy as he stepped back into football management three leagues below the Bundesliga level, marking a homecoming to his hometown club in a significant executive capacity.
The appointment of Magath has caused a stir in the football community. Jürgen Rösch is leaving his position due to a career change. Matthias Hartmann will take over the position of board chairman, with Magath joining the board alongside Marion Münz, Ludwig Münz, and other newly elected members.
Despite the changes, the club's strategy will remain unaltered. The values of regionality and youth promotion will continue to be the focus of Viktoria Aschaffenburg's actions. Magath is expected to bring "excellent expertise" from his long and successful career as a player and coach to the club. He will be working on a voluntary basis for Viktoria Aschaffenburg.
Magath & Co. will stand for election at the necessary member meeting this year. The club is currently on a financial consolidation path, and Magath's appointment is seen as a step towards driving the sporting development of Viktoria Aschaffenburg.
For Viktoria Aschaffenburg, the appointment of Felix Magath marks a significant milestone. A local talent nurtured by the club, Magath has come full circle to serve it in a strategic leadership position after a highly successful football career elsewhere. His return is a testament to the club's enduring appeal and its commitment to fostering local talent.
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- Felix Magath's return to Viktoria Aschaffenburg signifies a remarkable moment for the club, as he brings his extensive expertise in European leagues, gleaned from his illustrious football career.
- Known for his roots in local football, having started his journey with TV 1860 Aschaffenburg and later Viktoria Aschaffenburg, Magath's move back to his hometown club represents not only a homecoming but also a commitment to nurturing youth talent in sports like football.
