VfB Oldenburg Secures Expert Guidance from Legendary Coach Thomas Schaaf
Starting immediately, VfB Oldenburg has enlisted the assistance of renowned former Bundesliga coach, Thomas Schaaf. The club announced this exciting development on Wednesday, expressing excitement over the opportunity to work with an industry titan like Schaaf.
Stefan Könner, chair of the VfB Oldenburg Supervisory Board, was quoted saying, "We're thrilled to join forces with an expert like Thomas Schaaf, who'll undoubtedly add value to VfB Oldenburg's future." The club hopes to capitalize on Schaaf's extensive experience from his time with Werder Bremen, home of his legendary accomplishments.
Having worked with the European soccer association Uefa since 2011, Schaaf is expected to assist the North German club less with day-to-day operations and instead focus on the club's "strategic development." With enthusiasm, Schaaf expressed his willingness to guide the club, stating, "If I can now contribute to shaping the club's future—I'm delighted to do so."
This development comes after VfB Oldenburg was relegated back to the Regionalliga Nord last summer, marking a year since their promotion to the 3rd division. In 1999, Schaaf took over as Werder Bremen coach just four matchdays before the end of the season, securing the club's survival in the Bundesliga. His tenure with Werder Bremen saw monumental success, including Germany's championship win in 2004 and three DFB Cup victories in under 14 years.
Schaaf went on to lead Eintracht Frankfurt and Hannover 96 between 2014 and 2016, but, unfortunately, was unable to prevent Werder Bremen's relegation from the Bundesliga last year. Despite this setback, his track record and dedication to soccer are sure to boost VfB Oldenburg's ambitions.
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While the sources do not directly discuss Schaaf's role or expected impact on VfB Oldenburg's development, they provide insight into prior efforts by clubs within the Regionalliga Nord to reform the league's promotion rules. With Schaaf's involvement, VfB Oldenburg could potentially spearhead such reforms, focusing on maintaining a competitive edge and fostering stronger partnerships with regional clubs.
