Roger Schmidt starts as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 9:23 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Roger Schmidt introduced himself to RB Leipzig on October 8, 2026, after starting his role as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull on October 1. He succeeds Jürgen Klopp, who moved to become the national team coach after the World Cup. Schmidt expressed enthusiasm for supporting clubs and developing the Red Bull playing philosophy, leveraging his international experience in talent scouting and coach development. He previously had a successful stint in Salzburg, which he acknowledges as significant in shaping his approach for this position.
- •Schmidt took over as Head of Global Soccer on October 1.
- •He succeeded Jürgen Klopp after the World Cup.
- •Schmidt aims to enhance Red Bull's playing philosophy.
- •He will work with Florian Scholz on football development.
- •Schmidt is leveraging previous international experience.
- 9:23 PMYahoo Sports — Roger Schmidt "looking forward" to new role as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull
"Roger Schmidt introduced himself to RB Leipzig on Thursday, giving insights into his first days as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull.The 59-year-old took over the roll on 1 October, succeeding Jürgen...
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