Manuel Baum discusses Augsburg's plans for Bundesliga season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 4:20 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
FC Augsburg head coach Manuel Baum spoke about his decision to continue leading the team during an extended interview. After securing a ninth-place finish last season, Baum confirmed he signed a contract extension through 2028. He highlighted his tactical plans and emphasized the importance of club culture, indicating a desire for stability in leadership. The coach discussed player roles and adaptations for the upcoming campaign, particularly focusing on Fabian Rieder's position in midfield and the partnership between strikers Michael Gregoritsch and Rodrigo Ribeiro.
- •Augsburg finished ninth in the Bundesliga last season, their best since 2015.
- •Baum signed a new contract extending through 2028.
- •He plans to maintain continuity in the coaching staff.
- •Rieder will play in central midfield as a permanent role.
- •Gregoritsch and Ribeiro offer different profiles as strikers.
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Manuel Baum discusses Augsburg’s upcoming Bundesliga campaign in extended interview
"FC Augsburg head coach Manuel Baum has spoken at length on his decision to remain in charge of the Fuggerstädter, his tactical plans for the coming season, and precisely where several members of his ...
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