Marcel Schäfer sets expectations for Martin Demichelis at RB Leipzig
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 1:55 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Marcel Schäfer discussed the expectations for Martin Demichelis, who officially began his tenure as RB Leipzig’s head coach on June 29, 2026. Schäfer emphasized the need for high-intensity football and a tactical approach to winning matches. Demichelis succeeds Ole Werner after a brief stint at RCD Mallorca, where he could not prevent relegation. Schäfer expressed confidence in Demichelis's experience and style, despite previous challenges, highlighting a desire to build on last season's foundation.
- •Martin Demichelis officially starts as RB Leipzig head coach on June 29, 2026.
- •Demichelis replaces Ole Werner and has prior experience at RCD Mallorca.
- •Schäfer expects a high-intensity, attacking style of play from Demichelis.
- •Demichelis achieved a points average in Mallorca that could qualify for Europe.
- •Schäfer warns against premature comparisons with successful coaches like Kompany and Alonso.
- 1:55 PMYahoo Sports — Marcel Schäfer outlines expectations as Demichelis begins tenure as RB Leipzig head coach
"After being appointed as RB Leipzig’s successor to Ole Werner as head coach a week ago, Martin Demichelis officially began his work at his new club on Monday.In an interview with Bild, RB Leipzig ma...
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