German amateur player arrested over teammate's death: traces of poison found after end-of-season trip

German amateur football has been rocked by a shocking case after Marius, a 35-year-old player from TuS Rockenberg, was arrested over the death of teammate Philipp, aged 30. The tragedy began during an end-of-season team trip to Dresden. Philipp began feeling unwell and his condition worsened after returning home. He was rushed to hospital and died the next day from multiple organ failure caused by sepsis. Investigators initially suspected food poisoning because the squad had eaten fish in Dresden, but forensic experts found toxic substances in the victim's body. Chief prosecutor Thomas Hauburger said the main line of inquiry points to revenge, with local reports suggesting a dispute between the two players linked to a woman. Marius was placed in pretrial detention and has not commented. He had recently had a civil marriage and planned to hold his wedding party this month. TuS Rockenberg said the whole team was in shock, especially after another sudden death in the club last year. The club called for trust in the investigation and asked the media not to approach players or staff. Friends and relatives remembered Philipp as a committed and warm-hearted player. The case has raised concerns about personal conflicts and mental health in amateur football. The investigation is still ongoing, and the full truth about the poison and Marius's role has yet to be established.