MSV Duisburg: Euphoria in the city - ascent as a duty!

On Sunday, January 6, 2025, MSV Duisburg took part in the 18th NRW traditional masters in Mülheim. Joachim Hopp, a representative of the club and enthusiastic fan of the tournament, commented on the current situation of the MSV Duisburg. In the preliminary round, the MSV played against Rot-Weiß Oberhausen, Mülheim All Stars and FC Schalke 04. Hopp emphasized the euphoria in the city that was triggered by the committed team.

he praised the character of the players and the positive atmosphere in the team, while coach Dietmar Hirsch received recognition for the fitness and strength of the team. Hopp also pointed out that the ascent to higher leagues was not a sure -fire success and more flexibility in the playing style was necessary, since the competition has now adjusted to the playing style of the MSV.

climb as a mandatory

Hopp expressed his great satisfaction about the general mood in the city and emphasized the positive attitude of the fans. Nevertheless, he sees the climb as a duty for the club and referred to the example of red-white Essen, which underlines the ambitions of the MSV.

Joachim Hopp was born on July 10, 1966 in Duisburg and played an important role in the club. XHopp has had a long -term career in football, both as a player and as a coach. He started his men's career in 1985 and played for MSV Duisburg, among other things, before starting his coaching career. He is known as a "real paintocher" and was very popular with the fans. Before he became a professional footballer, he worked at Thyssen at the blast furnace in Duisburg-Meiderich and was temporarily active after his player career.