Augsburg, Germany – October 30, 2025, 4:07 p.m. – FC Augsburg manager Sandro Wagner remains optimistic despite recent setbacks, including a 0-6 loss to Leipzig and a 0-1 cup defeat to Bochum. Wagner reported receiving a vote of confidence today from CEO Michael Ströll,who affirmed the clubS commitment to him as coach.
Despite criticism – with the “Augsburger Allgemeine” stating Wagner has “wasted almost every credit” with fans and “kicker” questioning if he has “training to be a fire extinguisher” – Wagner expressed a positive outlook ahead of Friday’s match against Borussia Dortmund (8:30 p.m./Sky and ntv.de live ticker).
Wagner acknowledged defensive vulnerabilities stemming from injuries to captain Jeffrey Gouweleeuw and possibly Chrislain Matsima (thigh), alongside an identified offensive problem by Sports Director Benjamin Weber.Though, he emphasized his continued enthusiasm, stating, “Everyone gives me something, I’m not alone, that’s really cool.” He added, “If we get out of there, it’ll be great for my personality.”
Wagner expressed gratitude for his career in football, saying, “Football has been so good to me and my family… I love this game.” He confirmed adjustments are planned, stating, “Of course we have to change something… we are not stubborn about that.” He also noted FCA’s previous two victories against Dortmund last season. Opposing manager Niko Kovac, Wagner’s former coach at Bayern Munich, anticipates a challenging match for his team.
