What does VfL Wolfsburg stand for?
What does VfL Wolfsburg stand for?
Verein für Leibesübungen
The new group adopted the moniker VfL Wolfsburg, VfL standing for Verein für Leibesübungen. This can be translated as “club for gymnastics” or “club for exercises.” Within a year they captured the local Gifhorn title.
Who is VfL Wolfsburg rivals?
Wolfsburg Rivals – Hannover 96 The clash between Hannover 96 and VFL Wolfsburg is known as the Lower Saxony Derby. Though, the match is always intense, it has never seen any hooliganism. The two clubs have faced each other 29 times and Wolfsburg have been the more successful of the two.
Who is the captain of VfL Wolfsburg?
Mario Gomez
VfL Wolfsburg’s Mario Gomez has spoken of his pride at being named the new club captain by head coach Andries Jonker. The 32-year-old, who joined the Wolves from Turkish side Besiktas in summer 2016, has quickly become a firm fan favourite in Lower Saxony.
Are there wolves in Wolfsburg?
The Wolves still wear green to this day. Wolfsburg spent their early years in Germany’s regional divisions and Bundesliga 2 before finally earning promotion to the top flight in 1997, where they have remained ever since – despite a couple of relegation play-off scares.
Who do Germany consider their rivals?
Most German fans consider the Netherlands or Italy to be their traditional footballing rivals, and as such, usually the rivalry is not taken quite as seriously there as it is in England. The English and German national football teams have played each other since the end of the 19th century, and officially since 1930.
What year did Wolfsburg win Bundesliga?
2008–09
2008–09 VfL Wolfsburg season. VfL Wolfsburg won their first ever Bundesliga title during this season.
Who sponsors Wolfsburg?
Volkswagen AG is Europe’s largest car manufacturer as well as the primary sponsor and owner of VfL Wolfsburg Fußball-GmbH.
How did the game between VfL Wolfsburg and Borussia Mönchengladbach end?
Wolfsburg miss chance to go third in draw with Gladbach Wolfsburg were held to a 0-0 draw by Borussia Monchengladbach on Sunday as their four-match winning run in the Bundesliga came to an end.
