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3d ago

MSV Duisburg Secures Promotion to 3. Liga After One Season in Fourth Tier

A 1:0 victory over Borussia Mönchengladbach II clinched the Regionalliga West title, with financial challenges looming as the club returns to professional football.

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Overview

  • Tobias Fleckstein's early goal in the 6th minute sealed Duisburg's 1:0 win in front of 20,893 spectators at Borussia-Park.
  • The promotion marks the end of Duisburg's first-ever stint in the fourth division, lasting just one season after their 2024 relegation.
  • Coach Dietmar Hirsch guided the team to the Regionalliga West championship, ensuring their return to the 3. Liga.
  • Duisburg's promotion was influenced by the withdrawals of Türkspor Dortmund and KFC Uerdingen, as well as FC Gütersloh's decision not to apply for a 3. Liga license.
  • The club has been granted a conditional 3. Liga license, with Managing Director Michael Preetz highlighting significant economic challenges ahead.