Marco Bode leaves Anker Wismar: Farewell to a football family!

Marco Bode leaves Anker Wismar: Farewell to a football family!

Football in the north has experienced a painful farewell. Marco Bode, a well-known face at FC Anker Wismar, is leaving the club after almost 18 years and moving to arch-rivals FC Schönberg. This change took place during a friendly against FC Hansa Rostock, which the anchors lost 2-3. When he was substituted in the 65th minute, Bode received a worthy support from his team, which once again made the emotional connection to his long-standing club clear Baltic Sea newspaper reported.

Bode, who began his career in FC Anker's D youth team and previously played in Neukloster, has played over 230 competitive games in the Anker jersey. The highlights of his time include two promotions to the league in 2015 and 2022 as well as a remarkable semi-final game in the 2015 state cup against FC Hansa, which was narrowly lost (0-1). “I'm leaving a family,” Bode summarized his feelings and looked back on his time with sadness. Sports director Danny Pommerenke regrets the loss and calls Bode an important part of the club.

A new beginning in Schönberg

The decision to move to Schönberg has several reasons. In addition to the sporting challenge, Bode will also work as a teacher for sports and social studies at the Ernst-Barlach-Gymnasium in Schönberg. He is also moving to the city with his family, which makes the transition easier. Bode doesn't want to focus much on the rivalry between the clubs. “That’s not the issue for me,” said the player.

While Bode is preparing for his new role at FC Schönberg 95, the cup competitions are also coming up. FC Anker Wismar will face Greifswalder FC in the state cup, while Schönberger will face Brüsewitzer SV. Despite a stronger record in the cup by FC Schönberg, who have already won the state cup six times, the mood at Anker remains optimistic. Pommerenke expressed confidence and believes in his team's abilities, even if the recent results have not always been pleasing.

Cup fever is approaching

Exciting cup games are coming up in the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania Association League. The Ankers hope to be able to improve on their previously modest success statistics in the cup, with only two appearances in a final, in the upcoming encounter against Greifswalder FC. On the other hand, Schönberger must ensure that they give Brüsewitzer SV the attention it deserves. Schönberg's sporting director, Sven Wittfot, reminds us that every opponent should be taken seriously.

The opening games in the quarter-finals are scheduled as follows:

Football in northern Germany remains exciting, whether with or without Marco Bode at FC Anker Wismar. The coming games promise a lot and both sides hope for success.