Eulen Ludwigshafen: Zobel is joining the team for the new season!

Eulen Ludwigshafen: Zobel is joining the team for the new season!

Eulen Ludwigshafen is falling short of expectations in the current season. On October 26, 2025, they had to admit defeat in the home game against Elbflorenz Dresden. The encounter ended in a bitter defeat, which dampened the mood among the Owl fans. Despite the defeat, the supporters used creative banners before kick-off to remind us of the basic virtues of competitive sports: fight and emotion. A powerful message that unfortunately did not achieve the desired success. A particularly painful loss for the team was the absence of René Zobel, who, due to injury, watched the action as a spectator instead of actively being on the field.

However, there are also positive developments to report regarding the future of owls. Those responsible are planning some changes to the team for the new season, especially in the right back. Sadok Ben Romdhane's contract will not be renewed, making room for new talent. New to the team will be René Zobel, who is moving to the Eulen from third division team TV Emsdetten. Zobel has already signed a one-year contract and will form a duo with Finn Leun next season that will strengthen the Owls' defense.

Significance of the new additions

Eulen coach Johannes Wohlrab highlights the strengths of the experienced Zobel in defense. Managing director Domenico Marinese also emphasizes the importance of his experience and the challenge of the competitive situation for Finn Leun. “Zobel wants to prove himself in the second division,” said Marinese, “after things didn’t work out in Dresden.” Zobel brings with him an impressive career that began at HSG Duisburg, through positions at HSG Düsseldorf, ART Düsseldorf as well as TuSEM Essen and HBW Balingen-Weilstetten to his last assignment at HC Elbflorenz. Zobel's move promises a breath of fresh air and hope for more stability in the team.

The Eulen Ludwigshafen are therefore faced with a mixture of challenges and opportunities. Under the passionate gaze of their fans, they hope to make the next games better and write a successful chapter in the second division. Who knows, perhaps René Zobel will soon be remembered not only as a spectator, but also as a driving force on the field. Rhine Palatinateand Handball Worldreport comprehensively on the Owls' situation and the upcoming changes in the squad.