VfL Wolfsburg begins the new 2. Bundesliga season with record investments. The club receives €50 million in support from Volkswagen and aims for an immediate return to the Bundesliga after finishing 16th last season (29 points, 7 wins, 8 draws, 19 losses). Despite the VW crisis, the company remains committed to the team.
How is Wolfsburg responding to relegation?
After the 2-1 loss to SC Paderborn on May 25, 2026 (last season: 1W-2D-2L), VfL immediately pushed for change. Dieter Hecking, a key figure since the 2015 Cup win, was appointed as sporting director. New executives like Jens Klingfurt (Finance) and Steffen Grupp (Marketing) will help restructure the club.
Why is Wolfsburg the top favorite?
With Tobias Strobl as the new coach and targeted signings, Wolfsburg aims to dominate the 2. Bundesliga. Experts like Simon Terodde and Felix Kroos see VfL as the clear favorite. Captain Maximilian Arnold praises the new players: The club has made great signings.
What does this mean for the fans?
VfL wants to return not just on the field but also emotionally. Hecking emphasizes: We want our positive performances to resonate within the company. The fans should enjoy football again-despite VW’s tough times.
