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Mitch Kniat named new Holstein Kiel head coach

Holstein Kiel have appointed Mitch Kniat as their new head coach following the dismissal of Tim Walter.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 11:30 AM
Mitch Kniat named new Holstein Kiel head coach
Key Things to Know
  • Holstein Kiel have appointed Mitch Kniat as their new head coach to replace Tim Walter.
  • Kiel currently sit at the bottom of the Bundesliga 2 table with eight points from 11 matches.
  • Assistants Dani Jara and Janik Steringer are joining Kniat at the club.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Holstein Kiel have appointed Mitch Kniat as their new head coach following the departure of Tim Walter. The 40-year-old manager is tasked with lifting the team out of last place in the Bundesliga 2 table, having accumulated only eight points from their first 11 games. Managing director for sport Olaf Rebbe expressed strong confidence in Kniat's fit with the club.

Kniat brings assistants Dani Jara and Janik Steringer to the club after previously spending three seasons managing Arminia Bielefeld. His first match in charge will be an away clash against Wolfsburg on November 21 following the international break.

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