RWE fined 11,900 euros for fan riots!

RWE fined 11,900 euros for fan riots!

In the last few weeks, the traditional club Rot-Weiß Essen has been fined twice. On October 28, 2025, the DFB sports court imposed a fine of11,900 eurosagainst the club. This measure was caused by the unsportsmanlike behavior of supporters during an away game in Mannheim in September 2025 Red and white food reported.

The club has already had to deal with another penalty in the past. He was also punished in the single judge trial for the unsportsmanlike practices of his fans. In May 2024, specifically on the 18th of the month, there was an incident in which a spectator was injured during a game against VfB Lübeck in the87th minute of the gamethrew a cup in the direction of the Lübeck goalkeeper. This incident resulted in a fine of300 euros, as the DFB page informed. Interestingly, up to100 eurosfrom this penalty can be used for security or violence prevention measures, whereby proof of use must be presented by December 31, 2024.

Not an easy time for RWE

The repeated penalties represent a challenge for the club, especially in a phase where every euro counts. It remains to be hoped that the club management and the fans learn from these incidents and that there will be less unsportsmanlike behavior in the future. The support of loyal supporters is essential for the club, even if such incidents could tarnish Rot-Weiß Essen's image.

Fans and those responsible are now called upon to address the issue more intensively and bring about a positive change. It is important to focus on the good relationship between the club and its supporters and to ensure that such incidents do not become a habit.

Overall, the situation shows how important respectful interaction is during games. RWE has accepted the judgments, which indicates that it is willing to take responsibility and take the right steps to improve. We can only hope that the next games will be characterized by sporting achievements and fair actions.