Hannover 96 Fans Condemned for Threatening Banner at Heated Rivalry Match

A banner depicting Lower Saxony's Interior Minister in a crosshair sparks criticism, investigations, and highlights ongoing tensions with football ultras.

Hannover 96 fans displayed a controversial banner showing Interior Minister Daniela Behrens in a crosshair during a tense derby against Eintracht Braunschweig, prompting widespread condemnation.
The match was disrupted by fan protests, including the throwing of tennis balls and pyrotechnics, leading to an early game stoppage.
Police have launched an investigation into the banner under allegations of 'threatening behavior.'
Interior Minister Behrens criticized the violent actions of a minority of fans, citing a lack of self-reflection and escalating disruptions at matches.
Hannover 96's internal divisions, including leadership disputes and fan unrest, continue to strain the club's operations and jeopardize its ambitions for Bundesliga promotion.