In 2001, the atmosphere at SC Freiburg's Dreisamstadion was a blend of hope and fear. After a poor first half of the season, the Breisgau-Brasilianer found themselves at the bottom of the table and appeared to be heading for relegation. Instead of surrendering to their fate, the team under coach Volker Finke gathered its strength and set out to turn the situation around.

The second half of the season began with an impressive fighting spirit. Players such as the tireless striker Marco Engelhardt and talented midfielder Mohamed Zidan played crucial roles in helping Freiburg secure points in the early matches of the Rückrunde. Notably, the game against FC Schalke 04, where Freiburg came back from a 2-0 deficit to win 3-2, marked a turning point that boosted the team's morale and gave fans hope.

Freiburg's home games became a fortress of support, as the fans, known as some of the most loyal supporters in German football, significantly contributed to the team's revival. Every goal was celebrated with thunderous cheers, and the atmosphere in the stadium was electrifying. It was this combination of teamwork on the pitch and passionate support from the stands that ultimately led Freiburg to safety in the league.

On the final matchday of the 2001 season, the situation was tense. Freiburg desperately needed a win to secure survival. In a nail-biting match against 1. FC Nürnberg, characterized by intense duels and passionate football, Freiburg managed to score the decisive goal in stoppage time. The joy after the final whistle was overwhelming – the Breisgau-Brasilianer had prevailed in one of the most dramatic relegation battles in German football.

This season not only stands as a testament to SC Freiburg's unwavering fighting spirit but also exemplifies how football can unite people. The relegation battle of 2001 remains unforgettable for many fans in Freiburg, and it laid the foundation for the club's future successes. It was a lesson in determination and teamwork that would forever shape the Breisgau-Brasilianer.