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Official: Anfang out, Ende in at Fortuna Düsseldorf
TL;DR
Fortuna Düsseldorf has officially replaced head coach Markus Anfang with Alexander Ende due to poor performance, sitting just above the relegation zone. Ende will lead the team for the final five matches of the season, starting with a critical game against Magdeburg.
Official: Anfang out, Ende in at Fortuna Düsseldorf
The club has officially confirmed the departure of Markus Anfang and his assistant Florian Junge, with Düsseldorf hovering just one point above the automatic relegation zone and winless in their last four matches.
Alexander Ende has been named as Anfang’s successor, taking charge with immediate effect for the final five games of the campaign. The 45-year-old was most recently in charge of Preußen Münster, parting ways with the club in March.
Ende faces an immediate and daunting challenge. His first match in charge sees Düsseldorf travel to fellow strugglers Magdeburg next Saturday in what is shaping up to be a crucial relegation six-pointer in the 2. Bundesliga.
Q&A
Why was Markus Anfang dismissed as head coach of Fortuna Düsseldorf?
Markus Anfang was dismissed due to the team's winless streak in their last four matches and their precarious position just above the automatic relegation zone.
What challenge does Alexander Ende face as the new coach of Fortuna Düsseldorf?
Alexander Ende faces the challenge of leading the team in their final five matches, starting with a crucial game against Magdeburg, which is vital for avoiding relegation.
