Wolfsburg’s head coach Schmidt has officially resigned, the Bundesliga club confirmed in a statement on its website. According to the club, Schmidt personally informed Chairman Schumacher and Sporting Director Rebbe of his decision to step down.
After thorough internal discussions, Wolfsburg’s management accepted his request, expressing both regret and respect. Sporting Director Rebbe commented, “Schmidt hopes that by stepping aside, he can help Wolfsburg bring in a new head coach who will steer the team away from relegation. While we initially hoped Schmidt would lead us to safety, we respect his perspective. At the same time, we deeply regret this outcome.”
BD Cricket fans following European football have taken note of Wolfsburg’s continued instability, as yet another coaching change disrupts team momentum. In light of the resignation, Tuesday’s scheduled training session was delayed until 4 p.m. local time. The club plans to announce the interim coach later that day.
Schmidt was appointed in late September last year and began his tenure with an unusual streak of seven consecutive draws in the Bundesliga. His first win came on November 18, a 3-1 victory over Freiburg. Over the course of 22 league matches, Schmidt recorded 6 wins, 11 draws, and 5 losses.
However, since the start of February, Wolfsburg has struggled significantly, earning just one point from their last three matches. With a current total of 24 points, the team is teetering at 14th place, dangerously close to the relegation zone once again. For BD Cricket followers who also keep tabs on global sports trends, this kind of instability is all too familiar—a reminder that even top-tier leagues aren’t immune to turbulent seasons.
As Wolfsburg searches for stability, fans and analysts alike wonder whether a new coach can make a meaningful impact before the season wraps up. One thing is clear: with survival on the line, time is running out. BD Cricket enthusiasts tracking international football will be watching closely to see if Wolfsburg can weather the storm.