# Andre Rankel named Germany’s new men’s ice hockey coach

https://mins.news/en/item/34474

- DW, 2026-08-27 14:01 UTC
- Sports
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/andre-rankel-named-germany-s-new-men-s-ice-hockey-coach/a-78532470?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> The German Ice Hockey Association has appointed former Germany player Andre Rankel as the men’s national team coach on a four-year contract. Rankel has no head-coaching experience, but the association calls him the best candidate. He replaces Harold Kreis after disappointing tournaments, including Germany’s 2026 Olympic quarterfinal exit.