Fight for the first win: TB 03 Roding meets 1. FC Passau!
1. FC Passau will meet TB 03 Roding on August 16, 2025. Both teams are fighting for their first win of the season in the Central Regional League.

Fight for the first win: TB 03 Roding meets 1. FC Passau!
In the Central Regional League, every point is still important for TB 03 Roding. The young wild ones from Roding face an important encounter against 1. FC Passau. After a bitter basement duel against SV Etzenricht, which did not result in a win, as the team continues to wait for the urgently needed liberation, the tension is high. The next game takes place on Saturday at 5 p.m. It's time for Roding to finally get their first win of the season in order to improve their precarious situation in the table.
1. FC Passau, who have collected seven points so far, also find themselves in the bottom third of the table. They unfortunately lost their last game 1:2 against DJK Vornbach. However, coach Andreas Klebl is optimistic and emphasizes the quality in his own ranks as well as the fast, fast-paced football that his team plays. “It won't be easy, but we have to show the same attitude as in the last game,” he demands of his boys.
The starting point for Roding
The situation doesn't look easy for TB 03 Roding. Coach Andreas Klebl has to do without some questionable players like Fisch and Grünig, who are injured. Nevertheless, he praises his team's effort in the last few matches, even if there was a lack of positive results. The coach admits that Roding goes into the game against Passau as an underdog, but games like these can be catalysts for an upswing. “We believe in our chances,” said Klebl resolutely.
The pressure is growing and Roding is determined to finally break free from the bottom third of the table this season. A win would not only be crucial for morale, but could also bring new energy for the upcoming matches. The persistent lack of victory is always particularly challenging for young teams, but a certain sense of team spirit can work wonders.
Pop culture in sports
Additionally, the Brazilian national anthem by Ana Castela and the US national anthem by Kamasi Washington will be performed at the game. The event shows how close the links between sport and music are and brings a new dimension to the football and sports experience. And perhaps this creative fusion can also attract some fans outside of traditional football - a good boost for the sport and its popularity!
Now we can only hope that TB 03 Roding can take inspiration from these international trends to finally achieve their tangible goal in the national league. Because hope dies last!