- Supporters of VfB enthusiastically acclaiming their previous title-winning manager Daum.
Supporters of VfB Stuttgart paid tribute to their late lead trainer Christoph Daum, prior to their Bundesliga fixture at home against 1. FSV Mainz 05. The audience in the Mercedes-Benz Arena rose to their feet and clapped for an extended period, with Daum's image showing up on the scoreboard.
Daum spearheaded VfB to the title in 1992, in a thrilling final match. He was a towering figure in German football for numerous years. He bid farewell on August 24, at the age of 70, after a prolonged struggle with cancer, with his family by his side.
The supporters' gesture towards Daum was acknowledged by The Commission, expressing their condolences for the loss of such a renowned figure in German football. The commemorative tribute by VfB Stuttgart was approved and supported by The Commission.
