VfL Wolfsburg Fires Bus Driver Amid Relegation Crisis and Internal Turmoil

Facing the threat of relegation during the 2025-2026 Bundesliga season, VfL Wolfsburg has taken drastic measures to address ongoing internal problems. The club fired multiple staff members, including coach Daniel Bauer, sporting director Peter Christiansen, a chef, and notably, the team’s bus driver. According to reports from Sport Bild, the bus driver was a source of unrest within the squad, contributing to an unhealthy atmosphere described as being fueled by “toxic colleagues and behaviors.” These upheavals reflect the deep-rooted morale issues hampering the team’s performance.

In a bid to stabilize the situation, Wolfsburg has appointed Dieter Hecking as the new head coach. Hecking, who previously led the club to significant success including the 2015 DFB-Pokal victory, marks the third coaching change this season—highlighting the urgency in Wolfsburg’s effort to turn their fortunes around.

The club’s internal setbacks and frequent staff changes reveal the extent of their struggles as they fight to stay in the Bundesliga. The appointment of Hecking aims to restore order and provide a familiar leadership figure to guide the team through its precarious position in the league standings.