TSV 1860 Fighting for Promotion, Coach Kauczinski Calls for Greater Passion

TSV 1860 München maintains its position in the upper part of the German third division table, continuing a good run of results. For several weeks, the club has been in the zone rewarding direct promotion or playoff qualification for a higher level of competition. Facing the decisive phase of the season, coach Srećko Kauczinski publicly appealed to his players for greater passion and engagement. He indicated that technical talent alone may not be enough if determination and the right mental attitude are lacking in the final matches. TSV 1860 München is one of the most decorated clubs in the history of German football, founded in 1860. In its history, it has won the German championship (1966) and the German Cup (1942, 1964). After bankruptcy in 2004 and the loss of its license, the club fell down the league hierarchy, struggling for many years with financial and organizational problems, stuck in the lower leagues. All three analyzed German media outlets („Die Welt”, „Zeit Online”, „stern.de”) published nearly identical reports on Thursday, February 26, 2026, concerning the club's situation and the coach's statements. The articles were created in a short time span between 1:58 PM and 2:14 PM, indicating a reaction to a joint press conference or official communication. Kauczinski's message included a rhetorical question about whether the team would continue its „climb” („Klettertour”). This refers to the positive trend in results that the club is trying to maintain. The coach emphasized that ultimate success – meaning promotion to the 2. Bundesliga – depends on maintaining a high level of motivation and fighting until the final whistle. In his statement, he appealed not only to professionalism but also to emotions and a spiritual connection with the club, which he expects from the players. Currently, TSV 1860 is at a crucial point in the competition, where every point is of immense importance for the final outcome. The promotion race in the 3. Liga is always very fierce, with several teams having realistic chances for promotion. The good form of the Munich team in recent matchdays has given it a solid foundation for the fight, but as the coach points out, full concentration and avoiding surprises are now needed. The upcoming matches will verify whether Kauczinski's appeal brings the intended effect and whether the team will indeed maintain its „climb” up the table.