Hoffenheim is a village of just 3,191 in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, yet TSG 1899 Hoffenheim - the village's local football club - compete in the Bundesliga and have twice qualified for the UEFA Champions League.

Hoffenheim climbed from the ninth tier of German football to the Bundesliga in less than 20 years, fuelled by the resources of owner Dietmar Hopp, causing immense controversy and becoming deeply despised en route.

In this video, HITC Sevens takes a look at Hoffenheim's remarkable rise, the village itself, and the investment and hatred of owner Dietmar Hopp.

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