HSV v Gladbach in doubt: when a decision is expected | OneFootball

After the last-minute cancellation of the home game against Bayer Leverkusen, the condition of the Volksparkstadion continues to raise questions. The HSV match against Borussia Mönchengladbach, scheduled for Saturday, is also in jeopardy.

On Wednesday, parts of the stadium area remained closed off while experts inspected the arena’s roof. The reason is safety-related damage caused by the thawing weather. Large bulges had formed in the roof membrane, and the so-called catwalk—a metal structure for stadium technology—became unstable due to the masses of water.

In the worst-case scenario, it could have collapsed into the spectator area. HSV did not want to take this risk and canceled the match against Leverkusen at short notice. The late timing of this decision caused great frustration among many home and away fans.

But the situation is serious: Even the day after the cancellation, structural engineers and specialists were on site to assess any possible remaining damage. There was initially no clear all-clear, which is why the Gladbach game is still considered at risk. At least there is cautious optimism. The high-altitude climbers were able to resume their work on the roof, and the condition of the catwalk seems less dramatic than first feared. Nevertheless, final approval is still pending.

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Decision on HSV home game to be made on Thursday

As Bild and Mopo consistently report, HSV hopes to be able to make a reliable decision by Thursday at the latest. This would be not only in the club’s interest, but also for the traveling Gladbach fans, who would otherwise fear a wasted trip. The same scenario already angered numerous Leverkusen supporters on Tuesday evening. Stadium director Daniel Nolte emphasized that they are working “flat out” to ensure a safe and playable stadium.

Meanwhile, training operations continued largely as normal on Wednesday, and access to locker rooms and offices was also available. The fan shop, museum, and restaurant are expected to reopen at their usual times on Thursday.

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