Overview

• Ralph Hasenhüttl has been relieved of his duties as VfL Wolfsburg head coach after an eight-game winless streak, including a 0:4 loss to Borussia Dortmund.
• The decision was finalized by Wolfsburg executives Peter Christiansen and Sebastian Schindzielorz, citing poor results and a lack of progress.
• U19 coach Daniel Bauer has been appointed interim manager and will lead the team in its final two Bundesliga fixtures against Hoffenheim and Mönchengladbach.
• The club has initiated its search for a permanent head coach to rebuild and refocus on long-term ambitions after missing out on European qualification again.
• Wolfsburg’s struggles this season included disappointing home performances against lower-ranked teams, further eroding confidence in Hasenhüttl’s leadership.