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This game is erased from the record books, as a few weeks later Rheydt declared bankruptcy. As a result, all Rheydt games were annulled and they were automatically relegated.

An easy win for WSV, a a good start to the new Oberliga campaign. They top the table after this opening match. New boss Georg Kreß ran out three new starters, in keeper Christian Maly and defenders Andre Narewsky and Björn Mehnert. Unlike similar matches in past season, WSV did not run around listless, but instead went for the jugular right from the start. This paid off with quick goals in succession by Tavarez, Kipre and Kohout. WSV kept up the pressure and another score by Sascha Walbröhl wrapped things up by halftime. In the 2nd part, WSV obviously was taking a nap, but were careful enough to make sure that the hapless Rheydters never really got into the match. Newcomer Florian Wardi had a successful debut, as he scored after coming in for Noel Kipre.

The highlight of the post game conference was that Rheydt coach Jörg Jung resigned. This was a bit of a surprise. Rheydt has had serious financial problems, but appears to have got by that. Perhpas the internal politics have taken their toll. New WSV coach Georg Kreß stated he was satisfied with his debut. He felt that his team had played well in the 1st half, and you really couldn't count the 2nd half seriously.