Long-serving 1. FC Heidenheim head coach Frank Schmidt will depart the club at the end of the current season, concluding a tenure of almost 20 years. The announcement was made on November 3, 2026. Schmidt has been a defining figure at the Bundesliga side, guiding the team through multiple promotions and establishing them in Germany's top flight.
Frank Schmidt to Leave Heidenheim After Nearly Two Decades
