FC St. Pauli mourns the loss of club legend Thomas Glöy – a loss for memory

FC St. Pauli mourns the loss of club legend Thomas Glöy – a loss for memory

It is with deep shock that the FC St. Pauli Museum has announced the death of Thomas Glöy, who had been an integral part of the club since 2012. Glöy initially began his work on a voluntary basis and joined the team as a permanent employee in 2021. His membership number 0033 is not only a sign of his connection to the club, but also a symbol of numerous memories of his contribution to club life.

Through his extensive work in the areas of curatorial, research and archives, Glöy made a significant contribution to the design of the permanent exhibition and numerous special events. What is particularly noteworthy is that his intensive research and publications left a lasting impression and gave conductors the club's history visibility. In this context, the reported FC St. Pauli Museum that his work is constantly present in digital copies and archive entries.

A walking club memory

Thomas Glöy was considered a “walking club memory” and had a shockingly extensive knowledge of the history of FC St. Pauli. This came into play not only in his daily work, but also in his active role in the network of German-speaking football museums and the podcast “FCSP History(s)”. He was characterized by a remarkable passion for football culture, which will be relevant even in the upcoming UEFA EURO 2024. The Travel guide from the DFB Cultural Foundation also addresses the importance of people like Glöy in German football.

However, his commitment went far beyond the museum. Glöy was a founding member of the fanzine “Der Übersteiger” and co-founder of the Singing Area in Block 1 in the stadium. These places are not just simple dots on the map of football enthusiasts, but true centers of identification and community. He was also active in press work, took part in conferences and brought the fans' voice into play.

An unforgettable post

The passion knew no bounds - Glöy found his way to FC St. Pauli in 1991 and got his first season ticket just two years later. He was a permanent member of the “Übersteiger” editorial team until 2004 and was actively involved in projects that enriched the club’s life. His tireless work in the collective of fan bars, such as “Zum alles Pfennig” and “Jolly Roger”, once again illuminates his deep connection to the club and its fans.

Thomas Glöy will be remembered as a tireless fighter for fan culture and as a defining figure of FC St. Pauli. His legacy lives on in every part of the club and its community and his loss is a devastating blow to many. For more information about his work and memories of him, visit Blog by Übersteiger.