By Ultan Corcoran@UltanCorcoran

Official: Christian Ilzer extends contract at TSG Hoffenheim

The length of the Austrian coach's new deal was kept confidential by the Sinsheim club.
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TSG Hoffenheim has prematurely extended the contract of head coach Christian Ilzer for the long term, the club confirmed today.

The 48-year-old first took over as head coach in November 2024 and brought the club from a relegation battle to a European Cup participant. 

Under Ilzer, Hoffenheim achieved their second-best points tally in the Breisgau club's Bundesliga history last season with 61 points.

“Chris Ilzer has done outstanding work and taken our team to a new level,” says Andreas Schicker, Sporting Director of TSG Hoffenheim, 

“Chris stands for a clear vision of football, high intensity, and a modern leadership culture. He brings great quality, passion, and expertise.

"He and his team have transformed TSG into a top-six club in Germany, while simultaneously developing numerous talents and generating market value.

"Therefore, we are delighted to continue our partnership for the long term.”
 

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