What happened?

FC Augsburg hosted the opening of "Anyone knows how to say behind the scenes in German?", a photo exhibition by midfielder Han‑Noah Massengo. The 25‑year‑old Frenchman displayed over 600 raw shots from training, bus rides, locker rooms and even the toilet. The launch at the Galerie Ecke on Elias‑Holl‑Platz attracted teammates like Chrislain Matsima and Yannick Keitel as well as art critics.

How did the idea arise?

Massengo signed his five‑year contract in mid‑July 2025 and immediately pulled a small analog camera from his jacket pocket. Managing director Michael Ströll recalled: "We thought, what is happening – it was totally bizarre." His love for analog photography began at Bristol City (2019‑2023) and stayed with him throughout his Augsburg season. He sent the film to a friend in Paris for development, preserving the creative process.

Why does it matter for Augsburg?

Ströll stresses that Massengo's unconventional view sharpens the squad's awareness. "He asks questions other players rarely ask," he explained. The uncensored images – from the sticky locker‑room floor to a showering Anton Kade – reveal club life without any filtering. The club backed the project from day one, trusting the player to select only five percent of the shots.

What does it mean for the current campaign?

As the exhibition runs, Augsburg battles for mid‑table stability: the side currently sits 9th in the Bundesliga with 43 points, from 12 wins, 7 draws and 15 losses, and has a recent form of L‑W‑W‑D‑W. With 45 goals scored and 61 conceded, the goal difference sits at minus 16, 46 points behind leaders Bayern Munich. Massengo's creative spark could boost the squad's morale as the season reaches its decisive phase.

What can visitors expect?

The show offers more than snapshots. One photo captures the locker‑room floor littered with tape remnants and empty energy drinks – a detail rarely seen in the spotlight. Attendees can also glimpse the camera technique: Massengo shot everywhere without a voyeuristic stance, then had the pictures developed by a friend in Paris. The result is a rare slice of authenticity in the polished world of modern professional football.