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DFB Court Finalizes Six-Figure Fines Against Hansa Rostock Over Illegal Pyro Incidents

The disciplinary court cited noncompliance with DFB pyro rules despite only a narrow local permit.

Overview

  • The DFB sports court confirmed a €75,250 penalty for the Sept. 30 derby against Energie Cottbus after officials counted at least 145 pyrotechnic violations, with up to €25,050 allowed for security and violence‑prevention measures.
  • A separate €32,950 sanction was finalized for the floodlight‑farewell display after the 2–1 win over 1860 Munich, when a nine‑year‑old sustained severe burns, with up to €4,300 eligible for safety investments.
  • The court’s written reasoning states no exemption from the DFB ban on stadium pyrotechnics was requested or granted for the displays.
  • Rostock authorities said the event permit covered only twelve effect hand flares (Category T1) per floodlight mast, and other devices used were neither applied for nor approved.
  • Including prior cases, Hansa’s total fines this season stand at €137,355, the highest tally in Germany’s 3. Liga.