Jena, April 14, 2026. Football fans in Jena can look forward to a high-profile guest: German coaching legend Felix Magath will visit the Sportgymnasium Jena for a discussion evening together with long-time kicker editor Harald Kaiser. The event on May 28, 2026, will focus on Magath’s career as a professional player and his influential stages as a Bundesliga coach.
- What: Discussion evening with Felix Magath and Harald Kaiser
- When: Thursday, May 28, 2026, 7:00 PM
- Where: Sportgymnasium Jena, Wöllnitzer Straße 40, 07749 Jena
- Tickets: Available in advance (Organizer: Thalia Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG)
Insights into the Career of a Tactical Mastermind
Felix Magath is considered one of the great exceptional talents of German football. The evening promises deep insights into his tactical finesse and his philosophy as a coach known for pushing his players to peak physical and technical performance. The discussion will highlight, among other things, his successful tenures at VfL Wolfsburg, with whom he sensationally became German champion in 2009, as well as at Hertha BSC.
Under the Guidance of Harald Kaiser
The evening will be accompanied and moderated by Harald Kaiser. The experienced sports journalist served as an editor and reporter for the renowned trade magazine kicker for four decades. Kaiser has closely followed Magath’s path and documented the coaching icon’s experiences and anecdotes in great detail. The two protagonists will draw from this profound insider knowledge in Jena.
The Sportgymnasium as a Fitting Venue
With the Sportgymnasium Jena in Wöllnitzer Straße, a highly suitable venue has been chosen. The elite sports school is located in the immediate vicinity of the Ernst-Abbe-Sportfeld, the traditional home of FC Carl Zeiss Jena. The gymnasium has produced numerous successful top athletes in the past and is deeply rooted in the sporting identity of the “Lichtstadt”. For visitors arriving by car, the use of public transport or the surrounding larger parking areas at the nearby stadium complex is recommended due to the often limited parking spaces at the school.
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Felix Magath in Conversation – Jena – Sportgymnasium Jena
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