Scandal in football: BSG Stahl breaks code of conduct at the derby!

Scandal in football: BSG Stahl breaks code of conduct at the derby!

In today's football landscape, respectful interaction between club members and fans is crucial. However, a recent incident on the BSG Stahl premises casts a distorted light on these principles, which are actually anchored in the newly signed code of conduct. On April 10, 2025, the code was adopted by BSG Stahl and BSC Süd 05 in order to promote fair sporting cooperation. But as current events show, the implementation of this intention is in jeopardy. Loud Meeting point Brandenburg The recent incidents did not correspond to the principles that both clubs had developed together.

The code of conduct, which has also been available on the BSC Süd 05 website since April 17th, is intended to promote a non-violent and respectful culture in football and represents a first major step in this direction. Those responsible for both clubs rely on regular training and educational campaigns to raise awareness of fair treatment on and off the pitch Brandenburg Live is to be read.

Troubled times

Recent incidents in which BSG-Stahl officials urinated on the club's premises and chanted disrespectful slogans have been documented and have led to a wave of outrage. Even though BSG Stahl did not officially apologize or comment on the incidents, BSC Süd 05 contacted political decision-makers in Brandenburg an der Havel. Several explosive derbies are coming up and the security situation is tense. The Brandenburg regional football association has imposed the highest security level of “red” for the A-junior game between the two clubs in order to avoid further escalations. This game will take place behind closed doors.

The BSC Süd 05 has a clear stance here: “We advocate sporting rivalry on the pitch, but not off it,” emphasizes the club and is also planning an outstanding football highlight on July 12, 2025 against 1. FC Union Berlin. The aim is to hold this game in a dignified and sportingly fair setting.

Social responsibility and violence prevention

The serious incidents in football do not only come to a head during local games. A recent incident involving a 15-year-old student from Berlin, whose life was in danger after a fight during an international soccer tournament near Frankfurt/Main, highlights the immense problem of violence in sports. The German Football Association (DFB) has taken responsibility and is committed to ending the violence with measures such as the violence prevention concept “Fair is more”. This strategy includes, among other things, the promotion of fair play and targeted education on the topics of violence and discrimination. Fortunately, contact points have already been set up in all 21 state associations in order to be able to take active action against violence and discrimination, as shown on dfb.de is to be read.

The developments surrounding the code of conduct and the incidents at BSG Stahl force everyone involved to take their responsibilities seriously. Only through respectful and fair treatment in sport can a positive culture in football be created that lasts in the long term.