Overview

• Werner Lorant, celebrated for his transformative coaching at TSV 1860 München and playing career at Rot-Weiss Essen, died on Easter Sunday at the age of 76 after a prolonged illness.
• Rot-Weiss Essen honored Lorant with a minute of silence before their April 26 home match against 1. FC Saarbrücken, recognizing his pivotal contributions as a player.
• TSV 1860 München paid tribute during their April 25 match at Hansa Rostock, with players wearing black armbands and fans displaying a 'Ruhe in Frieden Werner Lorant' banner.
• Lorant's legacy includes leading TSV 1860 München from the third division to Bundesliga success and Champions League qualification during his tenure from 1992 to 2001.
• Further commemorations are planned, including a tribute at TSV 1860 München’s upcoming May 3 home game against Rot-Weiss Essen.