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Magnus Carlsen extends his stay at FC St. Pauli: Chess department prepares for 2025/26 Bundesliga season with world-class player

FC St. Pauli Chess is delighted to announce that Magnus Carlsen, long-time world number one and former World Chess Champion, will continue to play for the club’s Bundesliga team in the 2025/26 season. The Norwegian Grandmaster is extending his commitment to the club, underlining the ambitious development of FC St. Pauli’s chess project.

Carlsen joined FC St. Pauli in 2024 as part of a forward-looking partnership with the WEISSENHAUS Chess Academy, founded by entrepreneur and chess visionary Jan Henric Buettner. Looking back on last season, Carlsen stated: "Last season was a great success for the team. We proved that we can hold our own in the Bundesliga and compete with the very best. I'm looking forward to the team’s continued development – and to contributing to it."

Carlsen’s participation last season not only drew international attention but also brought world-class performances to the board. His decision to stay is seen as a clear signal of the club’s long-term ambition to become a mainstay in the Chess Bundesliga – with a strong identity and a unique style.

Jan Henric Buettner, founder of Freestyle Chess and sponsor of the team, commented: "It’s fantastic that Magnus will continue to play for FC St. Pauli next season. His commitment reflects the strength of our shared project and our ambition to increase the popularity of chess in Germany. We’re proud to continue supporting this team and are excited about the challenges ahead."

Thomas Schüttler, Chairman of the FC St. Pauli Chess Department, added: "Magnus Carlsen is not only an extraordinary player but also a tremendous asset to our team culture. His presence has inspired everyone involved. We’re thrilled that he’s staying on – together, we’re writing a special chapter in German chess, in true St. Pauli style."

 

Photos: Witters

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