Holstein Kiel dismiss head coach Tim Walter
Bundesliga 2 side Holstein Kiel have dismissed head coach Tim Walter following a run of one win in 11 games.
Walter, 51, was reappointed as Kiel head coach in February 2026 having previously coached the northern club between May 2018 and 2019.
However, the Storks have secured only eight points (one win, five draws, five defeats) which sees the club sit bottom of Bundesliga 2 after 11 matchdays following Saturday's 2-1 home defeat to Arminia Bielefeld. As such, Walter has been relieved of his duties alongside assistant coaches Julian Hübner and Michael Wimmer.
"After a third of the season, the raw numbers already speak volumes: eight points, 18th place in the table, and only one second-division victory are alarming figures and without a doubt an unsatisfactory start to the season for all of us," explained Kiel managing director for sport Olaf Rebbe.
Watch: Holstein Kiel 1-2 Arminia Bielefeld - highlights
"We would like to thank Tim Walter, Julian Hübner, and Michael Wimmer for their commitment, professionalism, and respectful cooperation, which secured our survival in the league last season with a four-game winning streak."
Walter replaced Marcel Rapp in February of this year after a run of four defeats in five Bundesliga 2 matches, and guided Kiel to a 12th-placed finish. Upon the announcement, the departing head coach said, "I would like to thank Kiel, my team, the entire coaching and support staff, and all employees for the fantastic cooperation. Together, we secured our place in the league last spring, and this season we've also experienced some wonderful moments, such as the two DFB Cup victories. A special thank you goes to the amazing fans for their unwavering support.
With Holstein's trip to promotion candidates Wolfsburg on the horizon after the international break, it has not yet been confirmed who will take charge moving forward.
