Tensions High as Rot-Weiss Essen Hosts Hansa Rostock Under Tight Security

The return match follows October's violent train attack and ongoing investigations, with strict measures in place to prevent further incidents.

The April 6 match between Rot-Weiss Essen and Hansa Rostock is classified as a high-risk event, with 1,900 Hansa fans expected under strict security protocols.
Authorities have implemented measures such as fan identity checks, restricted ticket sales, buffer zones, and alcohol bans to ensure safety during the game.
The October 2024 attack on a train carrying Rot-Weiss Essen fans by Hansa Rostock supporters remains under investigation, with 31 suspects targeted in March 2025 raids.
Hansa Rostock has introduced additional precautions, including selling away tickets only to club members and deploying their own stewards to monitor fan behavior in Essen.
Pre-match police controls caused delays and subdued the atmosphere in the Hansa Rostock fan section, reflecting heightened vigilance following prior violence.