VfL Osnabrück rejects dialogue with the Ministry of the Interior for fan representative loading

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Dialog instead of collective penalties: VfL Osnabrück calls for fans in discussions

background of the controversy for fan behavior

When discussing the problematic behavior of fans in football, it is crucial to involve the perspectives of all those involved. VfL Osnabrück recently rejected an invitation from the Lower Saxony Ministry of the Interior to a dialogue format on fan behavior because fan representatives were not possible. This decision raises questions about how the authorities in Lower Saxony deal with the challenges in football.

VfL Osnabrück and the role of fans

VfL Osnabrück sees the inclusion of fan representatives as essential. The commercial managing director Dr. Michael Welling emphasizes that the concept of talking to fans instead of her is of great importance for the club. This was also the reason why, in addition to the association's executives, fan representatives should also be taken to Hanover for the invitation. This shows an endeavor to common solutions and a dialogue at eye level.

criticism of the procedure of the Interior Ministry

The cancellation of VfL Osnabrück is based not only on the lack of inclusion of fans, but also on the basic problem description by the ministry. President Holger Elixmann expressed that he does not see the need for a "violence summit", since there are no significant problems with fan behavior in the club. The critical approach of the Ministry of the Interior is classified as populist by fan representatives and club representatives.

The importance of a constructive discussion

The disputes about fan behavior and the resulting measures such as potential guest fan bans show how important an open dialogue is. Alexander Stuckenberg, member of the advisory board and from the fan department, describes the procedure as absurd and demands that fans actively involve fans in the dialogue. Constructive cooperation could lead to the fact that the actual problems in football are adequately treated instead of finding general solutions that do not necessarily tackle the root of problems.

Outlook: Open dialogue in the future?

VfL Osnabrück has signaled its willingness to participate in future dialogue formats as long as they are open to results and take into account all perspectives. For a positive development in the discussion about fan behavior, it is necessary that authorities and clubs work together and that fans do not rule out to find sustainable solutions. Such an exchange could not only improve the relationship between the fans and the club, but also promote the understanding of the challenges that football clubs are facing today.

- Nag