Eintracht Frankfurt have confirmed the death of coach Helge Rasche, who passed away at the age of 33 after a traffic accident. It was reported that his car veered off the road and collided with a tree. In response to this tragic news, numerous fans have started to pay tribute to him on social media.

The club expressed their devastation at the loss of their U19 head coach through a message on social media, extending their thoughts to his family and friends. Rasche began his coaching career with Hallescher FC before joining Frankfurt’s youth setup in 2020. In 2023, he assumed leadership of the Under-19 side after previously coaching the Under-17s.

Borussia Dortmund and other clubs also offered their condolences, expressing their sympathy and remembering Rasche’s contributions. Several fellow Bundesliga teams, such as VfL Wolfsburg and Mainz, also conveyed their heartfelt condolences to Rasche’s family and the Eintracht family. The news of Rasche’s passing came shortly after Frankfurt’s Under-19 team’s recent successes and achievements in the DFB Junior Cup, showcasing their progress and capabilities in youth football.

The wider youth football community has also shown support, with various clubs sending messages of condolence and solidarity to Rasche’s relatives and the Eintracht family.