Theo Redder gets new star on the BVB Walk of Fame in Dortmund!

Theo Redder gets new star on the BVB Walk of Fame in Dortmund!

On April 16, 2025, a special ceremony took place in Dortmund, in which a lost star for the legendary football player Theo Redder was relocated. Borussia Dortmund has thus taken another important step in the appreciation of his history and players. The "Walk of Fame" in downtown Dortmund, which has existed since 2009, not only attracts football fans, but also serves as a memory of the important contributions that these players have made.

The new location of the star for Theo Redder is located in front of the entrance to the Stadtgarten Stadtbahn stop, just a few meters from the old location. The laying was carried out by a column of trainees from the Dortmund civil engineering office, which went to work with a lot of commitment and care. Theo Redder, who was present at the unveiling, is 83 years old and remembered his glorious time, especially the winning of the European Cup winner in 1966, when Dortmund defeated FC Liverpool in the final.

honor and meaning

The new laying is a former, previously disappeared star, which was dedicated to Redder. The initiative to create the "BVB Walk of Fame" was launched by the Ruhr Nachrichten in cooperation with Borussia Dortmund and the city of Dortmund. The Walk of Fame currently includes over 100 bronze stars, which are now known as a signal Iduna Park between the former Westfalenstadion, and Borsigplatz.

The first star was admitted to the north grandstand of the stadium in 2009, and since then numerous more have been added. Sponsors such as Evonik, Signal Iduna and the Radeberger Group support this remarkable project that brings fans and citizens closer to the great history of the club. Each star not only represents one player, but also part of the club's history and the passionate connection between BVB and its supporters.

connection to club history

The "BVB Walk of Fame" celebrates the success and influence of the players on the club and the region. Theo Redder himself is not only recognized by the renewed placement of his star, but also symbolizes an era of BVB, which is characterized by great success and the formative moments of the association, such as the European Cup victory.

fans and passers -by now has the opportunity to experience the history of the club in a very special way. The merger of history, community and pride becomes clear through this initiative, and the bronze stars invite you to pause and to appreciate the stories you tell. The "BVB Walk of Fame" remains a central part of the identity of Dortmund and BVB.

The new star for Theo Redder will undoubtedly inspire many generations of fans and remind you that every legend has its place in history.

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