Heiko Herrlich Returns as Head Coach of Unterhaching
The former national striker takes on the challenge of rescuing the 3rd Division's bottom team, signing a long-term contract.
- Heiko Herrlich, 53, has been appointed as the new head coach of SpVgg Unterhaching, replacing interim coach Sven Bender, who will stay on as assistant coach.
- The club, currently last in Germany's 3rd Football League, is six points away from safety and faces a tough fight to avoid relegation.
- Herrlich previously coached Unterhaching during the 2011/12 season and expressed optimism about returning to a club he remembers for its strong sense of community.
- President Manfred Schwabl highlighted Herrlich's extensive experience and familiarity with the club's philosophy as key reasons for his appointment.
- Felix Magath, 71, was initially in talks for the role but ultimately declined, leading the club to finalize Herrlich's hiring ahead of the team's training restart.