It's ironic, considering both the sporting and financial aspects, NOT to sign Fortuna's all-time leading scorer Christos Tzolis (22) for this amount at Gladbach. However, it seems there's nothing impossible at VfL.
Politics
Düsseldorf's plans for promotion faced a close call in a dramatic penalty shootout against Bochum (5:6). In the upcoming second division season, Fortuna will face Schalke as opponents, aiming to launch an assault on the Bundesliga.
Culture
Düsseldorf Fortuna plunges into the midst of sorrows, with repercussions expected to drag on for years.
Technology
Following the penalty incident, the Japanese athlete sat on the steps in the depths of Merkur Arena in Düsseldorf, shedding tears for multiple minutes.
Technology
VfL Bochum's relegation appears nearly unavoidable. With a 0:3 loss against Fortuna Düsseldorf in the first leg, coach Butscher urges players to show strength and determination for the upcoming game.
Panorama