Phönix Lübeck starts the season strong, but Norderstedt dampens the euphoria!

Phönix Lübeck starts the season strong, but Norderstedt dampens the euphoria!

In the Regionalliga North, 1. FC Phönix Lübeck started the new 2025/2026 season and showed high ambitions right from the start. On August 11, 2025, the first two league games were behind the Lübeck team, who got off to a good start with an impressive 5-2 win against SC Weiche Flensburg 08 and a dominant 5-0 against Blau-Weiß Lohne. Despite a recent 2-0 defeat against Eintracht Norderstedt, which was badly affected by the sending off of Joshua Krüger and the injury of striker Jonathan Stöver, head coach Dinalo Christiano Adigo remains optimistic. “It's not a problem,” said Adigo about the situation, which still brings the club to a total of six points and ten goals scored.

Pre-season preparation began early on June 16, 2023 with test matches against Kolding IF and Hansa Rostock, followed by an intensive training camp in Sternberg (Mecklenburg). “Team cohesion is very important to us,” emphasizes Adigo, emphasizing the club’s philosophy.

Financial situation and sponsorship

The club's financial situation can be clearly seen: With a budget of around 550,000 to 600,000 euros, 1. FC Phönix Lübeck has a clear advantage over its city neighbors VfB Lübeck. Rumors say that its budget is two to three times as much. The club is supported by main sponsor Hans-Joachim Ihde, a former player and entrepreneur. Matthias Kurtz, another entrepreneur from Hamburg, has also been involved as a sponsor and also has a son in the squad.

Active sponsorship plays a central role in improving the club's financial situation. 1. FC Phönix Lübeck is looking for more partners who identify with its success-hungry attitude. Companies can not only promote their brands, but also benefit from an expanded network. In this context, the Middle Rhine Football Association provides valuable information on structuring sponsorship agreements. The questions that clubs have to ask themselves range from the services offered, to suitable contact persons, to the sponsorship contract itself.

Current developments and outlook

Despite the challenges, the club shows a positive commitment to promoting young talent. New players like Michel Dammeier, who has already scored two goals in three games, and international newcomers, including U-19 international Aristidis Andrikopoulos, bring a breath of fresh air to the team. The club was also able to secure a place in the final of the Schleswig-Holstein State Cup after beating SV Eichede 4-3 on penalties.

The next game is already on the program for the next challenges: On August 17, 2023, the Lübeck team will meet HSC Hannover. Everyone involved is excited to see whether the positive trend can continue and is looking forward to numerous spectators supporting the club.