Nur die Raute
·24 March 2026
World Cup dream alive! HSV star called up by national team

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·24 March 2026

HSV had to unexpectedly do without a player who was originally planned for team training on Tuesday.
The reason for this development is, however, a positive one: Otto Addo, a native of Hamburg and former youth coach of the Rothosen, surprisingly called up Ransford Königsdörffer to the Ghana national team!
As reported by the Hamburger Abendblatt, the 24-year-old set off early in the morning for Vienna, where the Ghanaian team is preparing for the upcoming international matches. For Königsdörffer, it is a great opportunity for a comeback in the national jersey.
In addition to a friendly match against Austria (March 27), there is also a very special highlight: the duel against the German national team (March 30) in Stuttgart. For the Berlin-born offensive player, this match is likely to have enormous emotional significance.

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Even more important, however, is the perspective with regard to the upcoming World Cup. After a long break of about one and a half years, Königsdörffer is back with the Ghanaian national team. He last played in November 2024, and since then, a nomination has eluded him. Now he has the perfect stage to recommend himself for a spot in the World Cup squad. The dream of participation is alive and, with good performances, possibly more attainable than ever.
Additionally, the striker has the chance to catch the eye of other interested parties. His contract expires in the summer, and an extension is not yet in sight. Königsdörffer would therefore enter the market on a free transfer. Although HSV still hopes for an agreement, if the current offer is not improved, many signs point to an imminent departure.
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