Viktoria Goch secures the promotion to the Landesliga with comeback!

Viktoria Goch secures the promotion to the Landesliga with comeback!

On April 26, 2025, Viktoria Goch achieved a historical triumph when the club secured the promotion to the Landesliga through a 1-1 draw against FC Neukirchen-Vluyn. In an exciting match that remained open until the last minute, Maximilian Fuchs achieved the decisive compensation in added time. The goal saved the Gocher in front of around 700 spectators at the Hubert Houben Stadium and secured the promotion four games from the end of the season. The team thus had a 17-point lead over the pursuer of Neukirchen-Vluyn, who now stays on relegation place two, but has to keep four pursuers at the end of the season.

The game itself was an intense duel. The first half ended goalless, but there was a crucial turn when Giuseppe Geukes from Viktoria Goch saw the red card in the 42nd minute. FC Neukirchen-Vluyn also lost a player in the second half: Aydin Mehinovic received the red card in the 56th minute. Arjeton Krasniqi brought Neukirchen-Vluyn into the lead in the 67th minute with a long-range shot, but the Gocher could not be stopped.

an unforgettable moment

coach Daniel legs was proud of his team after the game and the fighting spirit that the players showed. The equalizer before the final whistle led to a jubilation that was accompanied by the Champions League anthem, which underlined the importance of the moment for the club. The Gocher fans were thrilled and the joy of the climb was unmistakable. The championship of the district league and the associated promotion to the Landesliga was the goal that was longed for by many in the club's history, and today's point win was finally sealed.

The current team constellation by Viktoria Goch reflects the width of the squad. Among the players are experienced players such as the captain Lukas Ernesti and co-captain Luca Plum, accompanied by a mixture of young talents and experienced forces.

The background of the ascent

For comparison, the German football league system comprises a total of 2235 leagues that offer a comprehensive structure that enables every member association to climb into the Bundesliga, where the German champions are determined. The regional league, the fourth highest league in German football, is held in five separate play classes and has undergone various reforms in recent years. The promotion to the next higher league is an important step for many clubs, including Goch, which contains new opportunities and challenges.

The successes of the Viktoria Goch are the result of hard work and well thought -out squad planning. The winter transfers contained as well as promising new additions, which the team increased and contributed significantly to today's championship. The association is now focusing on what will come in the coming season, and the promotion game was the first step into a new era.

Viktoria Goch not only celebrated the climb today, but also opened a new page in its club history - one that shows the direction for future successes. The association is ready to face the challenges of the Landesliga and will continue to compete with determination and team spirit.