The 1998/1999 second Bundesliga season was exceptional for VfL Wolfsburg. After a solid year in the second division, where the team finished third, they qualified for the UEFA Intertoto Cup. This qualification was not only a sporting success but also a significant milestone in the club's history, which had mainly enjoyed regional fame until then.

In the first round of the Intertoto Cup, the Wolves faced Scottish club FC St. Johnstone. The first leg at the stadium was a memorable event that drew fans in droves. The atmosphere was electric, and the anticipation of facing an international opponent for the first time was palpable. Wolfsburg managed to win the match 2-1, a result that boosted the confidence of both the team and its supporters.

The return leg in Scotland proved to be a challenge. Despite holding a narrow lead from the first leg, the team was determined to reach the next round. The match was fiercely contested, and the Wolfsburg players demonstrated impressive fighting spirit. In the end, the Wolves managed to draw the return leg 1-1, which meant they advanced to the quarter-finals with an aggregate score of 3-2.

This first international appearance was a turning point for the club, which managed to assert itself on the European stage. Fans in Wolfsburg experienced the excitement and pride of being part of a European competition for the first time. It was a moment that shaped the club's identity and heightened ambitions for the future.

The successes in the Intertoto Cup paved the way for further European appearances and helped establish Wolfsburg as a serious player in German and European football. Fans long remembered this magical moment, which laid the groundwork for the club's future successes. Since then, participation in international competitions has become a core part of the club's philosophy, and the Wolves have continuously evolved to compete at the highest level.