Das Eigentor

The story follows Ulf Ansorge, a promising soccer player in Hagenheim, who must navigate the pressures of potential club changes as he prepares to move for his studies. As the top scorer of his team, Ulf faces internal conflict influenced by the sports board, which includes his future father-in-law. In a moment of uncertainty, he intentionally scores an own goal to clarify his decision about his future.

This film features performances from actors Marina Krogull, Helga Raumer, Joachim Nimtz, Heinz Rennhack, and Heinz Behrens. Its unique perspective on the sport and personal dilemmas makes it a noteworthy entry in the comedy genre of the 1980s.