Edmond Tapsoba appointed Bayer Leverkusen captain for Bundesliga season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:57 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Edmond Tapsoba has been named the new captain of Bayer Leverkusen ahead of the Bundesliga season. Tapsoba expressed pride in the appointment and emphasized the responsibilities that come with the role. He highlighted the importance of teamwork and support among players, noting that everyone shares the responsibility on the pitch. Tapsoba has been with the club since 2020, reflecting on his growth during his time in Leverkusen and his desire to continue developing as both a footballer and a person.
- •Tapsoba takes over captaincy from Robert Andrich.
- •He joined Bayer Leverkusen from Vitória Guimarães in 2020.
- •Tapsoba emphasizes teamwork and shared responsibility among players.
- •He aims to continue personal and professional growth in Germany.
- •The new Bundesliga season is approaching.
- 2:57 PMYahoo Sports — Tapsoba on the "great honour" of being appointed Leverkusen captain
"Overtaking Robert Andrich ahead of the new Bundesliga season, Edmond Tapsoba is beyond proud having been nominated as Bayer Leverkusen's new skipper.“Being captain of this club means a great deal to...
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