Union Berlin targeting 2. Bundesliga coach as Baumgart’s permanent successor

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·13 aprile 2026

Union Berlin targeting 2. Bundesliga coach as Baumgart’s permanent successor

The capital club confirmed on Saturday evening that they had parted ways with Steffen Baumgart following a disappointing defeat away to bottom side Heidenheim. Marie-Louise Eta has since been placed in interim charge until the end of the season.

According to Sky Germany, Kalrsuher SC head coach Christian Eichner has now emerged as one of the top options for Union’s hierarchy. Internal discussions are said to be ongoing, although a final decision has yet to be made.

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The 43-year-old has been in charge of Karlsruher SC since 2020 and has overseen 225 matches during his tenure. Under his guidance, KSC have recorded 85 victories, with their strongest league finish coming in the form of a fifth-place result in the 2. Bundesliga.