A wonder goal that deserves all the prizes: Martin Terrier's stroke of genius to make it 1-0 in the home match against FC Köln (2-0) has already been nominated for the DFL Bundesliga Goal of the Year award. Now ARD Sportschau is following suit and has also nominated the Scorpion kick for the Goal of the Month in December last year.
Also up for selection are Konrad Laimer (Bayern Munich), Luka Vuskovic (Hamburg SV), Tim Maciejewski (FSV Luckenwalde) and Lucas Höler (SC Freiburg).
After eight years, Ida Daedelow is set to leave Bayer 04 Leverkusen. The 18-year-old, whose original contract was due to run to 2027, is joining second-division side VfL Bochum.
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As with the other youth teams (U16 to U19), Bayer 04 are also relying on familiar faces—some in new roles—and fresh impetus from the coaching staff for the 2026/27 season in the younger age groups. An overview of the U11 to U15 teams.
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After eight years in the youth set-up at Bayer 04 Leverkusen, Benjamin Adam is leaving the club. The 35-year-old, who most recently coached the Leverkusen U17s, will take charge of the Hansa Rostock U19 team next season.
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As well as internal changes and familiar faces, Bayer 04 are also looking to bring fresh impetus to the coaching staff of the senior youth squads for the 2026/27 campaign. Here is an overview of the U19, U17 and U16 teams.
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