VfL coach Daniel Bauer: Humanity and new goals in the anniversary season

VfL coach Daniel Bauer: Humanity and new goals in the anniversary season

At VfL Wolfsburg, everything is currently about Daniel Bauer, who started his tenth season as a coach of the U19. The 42-year-old, who once worked as an assistant coach at Hannover 96 in the U23, has now been a fixture in the club's youth. He says about his move to Wolfsburg: "It was a big step for me and my family." In Gifhorn, where you now live, you have found your home. His ambitious goals for the current season are clear: "I would like to acquire the pro license and develop the young players individually," explains Bauer and emphasizes the importance of humanity in the training process.

Daniel Bauer is not only known for his coaching success, but also for his calm, level -headed way. "I have changed over the years. I used to be more impulsive and often received cards," he reveals. In his anniversary season, the style of his team also plays a role; Bauer relies on offensive football and encourages his players to work hard - even if setbacks come.

sporting highlights and challenges

The team has already celebrated some successes under Bauer's leadership. A particularly outstanding experience was the winning of the championship with the U19 in the first year. The regional league with the U23 is also one of its sporty highlights. International trips, such as participation in the Premier League International Cup and training camp in Florida and Abu Dhabi, expanded the prospects of the young coaching team. On the other hand, the painful moment of the relegation to the 3rd division against the Bayern amateurs in the 2018/2019 season, which ended with a defeat. Such experiences shape Bauer's development and approach to his work.

Young talent work is of central importance not only for Wolfsburg, but for the entire German professional football. More and more Bundesliga clubs are relying on foreign talents to strengthen their squad. An analysis by monami.hs-mittweida.de shows that the German national teams have lost the connection to the top of the world. The causes are diverse, but are increasingly being discussed in the youth area. The improvement of the quality in the youth performance centers is becoming more and more on the subject.

a trainer with visions

Daniel Bauer is in the fortunate situation to be able to look back on close relationships with his former players such as Anton Stach and Omar Marmoush. He pursues their development with great interest. It is precisely these human relationships and experiences that are important to him. "Above all, I want to be a person," he emphasizes, making it clear his philosophy in coaching work. Bauer has clear plans for the future: he wants to accompany and support the next generation not only in terms of sport, but also humanly.

The coming months will show how the team will develop. But one thing is certain: With Daniel's Bauer at the top, the VfL Academy is on a solid foundation for the future.