Violent assault: HSV hooligans brutally attack Cologne fans!

Violent assault: HSV hooligans brutally attack Cologne fans!

Before the second division game between Hamburger SV and 1st FC Köln, there was a frightening incident that put the football world into turmoil. On Saturday afternoon, January 20, 2025, more than 150 hooded HSV hooligans attacked peaceful fans of FC Köln in front of the bar "Die slide" in the St. Pauli district. These violent attacks led to injured persons and outraged reactions from different circles.

eyewitnesses reported tumultuous scenes in which bottles were thrown and both men and women were beaten. At least two people were injured in this attack. The police reacted immediately with a large contingent, controlled over 400 people and ensured masked material and suspected crime clothing. In addition, investigations by the State Criminal Police Office (LKA) are running for serious breach of the peace and assault.

reactions to violence

The reactions to the brutal attacks were not long in coming. Christian Keller, managing director of the 1st FC Köln, condemned the attack sharply and described the attackers as "anti -social". He also said that it is rarely that harmless passers -by are attacked. Cornelius Göbel, director of fans, culture and brand identity at HSV, was also dismayed by the act of violence and spoke of a shameful incident.

Der Hamburger SV, vertreten durch Sportvorstand Stefan Kuntz, verurteilte die Übergriffe ebenfalls und drückte seine Fassungslosigkeit aus. Kuntz emphasized that violence was never a suitable means. The HSV has announced that this behavior distance itself and is planning a critical internal exchange on the topic.

The association regretted the damage to the victims and announced that they contact them. The police also ask for evidence of witnesses in order to be able to provide comprehensive information. In addition, the investigative authorities have received support from the HSV to ensure quick information.

In social media, there was international criticism of the behavior of the HSV hooligans. The incidents throw a shadow on football and join the negative reporting on ultras and hooligans. Finally, it should be mentioned that the HSV won the game against 1. FC Köln 1-0

For further backgrounds and information on the incidents, we refer to the reporting of fris , which describe the brutal attacks in detail, as well as the reactions of ndr.de who illuminate the reactions of those responsible for the HSV.