Exclusive autograph signing with Rudy and Williams

In a similar initiative to last year, when fans were given the opportunity to meet defenders Andreas Ibertsberger and captain Andreas Beck, the venue was a specially rented train. After a quick greeting, the players moved from carriage to carriage, sat with the fans and signed autographs. “It's brilliant that they've taken the time out for us today”, said excited Hoffenheim follower Alexander. “It's strange because there is normally a distance between the players and the fans when you watch them on TV. Now we see that isn't always the case.” Another lucky supporter, Saskia, was also delighted to see her heroes. “At first I was quite nervous, but that disappeared pretty quickly. It was really great to get to know the players.”

When the train pulled into Eberbach station and the passengers alighted, a group picture was taken. “We feel it's very important to be close to the fans”, said midfielder Williams. “Events like these are always great to get to know some of them in a relaxed environment.” And his midfield partner Rudy echoed those sentiments: “We all had a lot of fun!”