Overview
- The DFL called off the match less than three hours before kickoff after a statics expert found dangerous point loads from pooled thaw water beneath the roof membrane.
- HSV has sealed parts of the stadium, is pumping water from the roof, and is evaluating possible damage to the membrane and the suspended catwalk with external specialists.
- A decision on Saturday’s home game versus Mönchengladbach is expected after today’s inspections, and the club could discuss closing affected sections if play goes ahead.
- The DFL has opened talks on a new date for HSV–Leverkusen, with mid‑February or early March seen as potential slots given Leverkusen’s Champions League and DFB‑Pokal commitments.
- HSV redistributed prepared food to local charities after the cancellation, saying about 750 people received meals.