St. Pauli has suspended its fan anthem "Das Herz von St. Pauli" after research highlighted its connection to Nazi figures. Club president Oke Gottlich acknowledged the emotional importance of the song but stressed the need for unity in the stadium. He noted that ongoing discussions about the song's past are essential, especially as many fans now feel uncomfortable with it. The club continues to investigate the song's origins while inviting input from fans and museum staff for a thoughtful resolution.
"We absolutely know and understand that the song has great emotional significance for many people," emphasized club president Oke Gottlich in a statement. "This can remain the case on a personal level..."
St. Pauli, like many German clubs, made it clear how they feel about the country's Nazi past on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. The banner reads - no forgiving, no forgetting.
We can be proud of the fact that when our club and the fans face difficult situations, we do not avoid discussions and conduct them openly," Gottlich said.
Albertz found nothing wrong with the song, but did find something troubling about the people who wrote it. In a club history podcast episode...
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