Tim Walter has returned as coach of Holstein Kiel for about a week, following the dismissal of Marcel Rapp. The 50-year-old aims to initiate a turnaround with momentum from the 1:1 draw against SV Elversberg. Former colleagues and players trust him to succeed in this role.
Holstein Kiel recently underwent a coaching change. Marcel Rapp was dismissed as coach, with reports stating 'it needs a change.' His successor is Tim Walter, who had previously been associated with the club. Walter, aged 50, took over the position about a week ago.
In the first match under Walter's leadership, Holstein Kiel secured a 1:1 draw against SV Elversberg, despite an injury setback with Mokwa. This point is viewed as momentum to reverse the team's fortunes. The club, nicknamed the Storks, is striving for better standings in the 2. Bundesliga.
Players such as veteran Jonas Meffert welcome the decision. 'I'm a Tim Walter fan!' Meffert said. Former colleagues like Boldt and Wohlgemuth express optimism: They trust Walter greatly. Others, including Günther and Yilmaz, hail the change as having 'made him immortal!'.
Prior to the switch, rumors swirled about candidates like Funkel or Hecking, but Walter was confirmed. Meffert is temporarily the new captain, while Rebbe expressed frustration over a VAR decision. The focus now is on achieving a turnaround under Walter's guidance.
