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Hannover 96 loses its sports managing director Jörg Schmadtke after just three months. The collaboration is terminated by mutual agreement on March 31.
What happened?
Jörg Schmadtke took over the position of sports managing director at Hannover 96 on Christmas Day 2025. He was to take over the responsibility for the licensed team and the 96 academy.
Why is this important for Hannover 96?
Hannover 96 is currently 4th in the 2. Bundesliga with 60 points from 34 games. The team has scored 60 goals and conceded 44 in the current season. The last match ended with a 3-3 draw against 1. FC Nürnberg.
What comes next?
The supervisory boards of Hannover 96 will decide on a new appointment at a later date. In the meantime, managing director Henning Bindzus and sports director Ralf Becker will take over Schmadtke's tasks.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| March 31 | Termination of collaboration with Jörg Schmadtke |
| 2025 | Jörg Schmadtke takes over as sports managing director |
Hannover 96 still has good chances of returning to the top league under coach Christian Titz. Only two points are missing for a direct promotion spot.
