VfL Wolfsburg's New Era: SwiSSer Smilla Vallotto Joins the Pack
Wolfsburg football club secures the services of the Swiss player under contract. - VFL Wolfsburg is set to acquire a Swiss international football player.
Gear up, Wolfsburg fans! Your beloved women's football team is shaking things up under new head coach Stephan Lerch. Just two days ago, they unveiled the recent acquisition of German national player Sophia Kleinherne from Eintracht Frankfurt. And the party's not over yet, as they've just announced the joining of Swiss national player Smilla Vallotto!
The 21-year-old midfielder will be donning the Wolfsburg jersey for the next three years after leaving Swedish top-tier side Hammarby IF.
VfL Wolfsburg's women's team had a rollercoaster 2024/25 season. Though they finished second in the league and qualified for the Champions League, they missed out on both the DFB-Pokal and the league title, marking a season without trophies. That's all changed now with a new coach and fresh blood!
In the past, the team was known for their strong offense and robust defense. Last season, they scored the second-most goals (57) and conceded the second-fewest (18). Key players include Lineth Beerensteyn, who was joint top scorer in the Frauen-Bundesliga with 16 goals, and Alexandra Popp, who excelled in aerial duels, winning an impressive 71 challenges.
Under the old regime, the team's strategy relied heavily on crosses, with a league-high 33.1% success rate. They are set to continue this cross-heavy attacking play and maintain their aerial dominance.
As for new signings, Vallotto is the latest addition to the pack. More changes are expected as the team enters a period of transition and restructuring under Lerch, who has been cautious about labelling the changes as a rebuild.
Let's welcome Smilla to the pack and rejoice in the new direction for VfL Wolfsburg's women's team! Bring on the trophies! 🏆🏆🏆
The new head coach Stephan Lerch is introducing a change in community policy by promoting vocational training for the players, as Smilla Vallotto is not only a European-leagues football player but also a proficient vocational trainer. To maintain the team's performance in sports and specifically football, the team might consider incorporating a vocational training program within their training regimen.
