"We have found a good moment to provide the stage for the new generation," said Simon Rolfes, Bayer 04 sporting managing director. "These players are exemplary of the development and direction of the club."
For the last two decades, the Bayer 04 legends Emerson, Jorginho, Michael Ballack, Bernd Schneider and Ulf Kirsten adorned the south side of the BayArena – protagonists of the Bayer 04 generation that played and celebrated great victories at the turn-of-the-century.
"I was able to play alongside some of them. The club has a lot to thank them for," and Rolfes before adding: "The international attraction of our club is also founded on their success. They will always remain a significant part of Bayer 04. And they will also continue to be evident in many places in and around the BayArena."
There are currently ongoing changes in all areas of the club as part of the redesign and modernisation of the club brand. The idea of 'Under the Cross' as a new marketing platform is visible on the chest the Werkself players, as well as on social media, the club platforms of the website and the app as well as in and around the BayArena. The partners of club are also joining in with their content and presence.
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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There was a successful end to the women's internationals with Werkself players Carlotta Wamser and Cornelia Kramer qualifying for the 2027 World Cup finals in Brazil. A third Leverkusen player is still in with a chance of joining them. The Germany U23 players also experienced success in their last two international friendlies of the season.
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Traveling to North America for the World Cup this summer to see your favorite Bayer 04 players? Here’s a quick cheat sheet with thumbnail portraits and insider tips for each city from a local expert, so you can make the most of your visit and activities beyond the game!
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A fresh look for the BayArena: The Bayer 04 stadium will have new seating in the form of folding seats for the 2026/27 campaign that will ensure significantly improved seating comfort and simplified movement within the rows of seats. As part of routine replacement after 17 years, fans of the Werkself were able to purchase the existing seats, used to witness the first German league title in the club's history. In addition, a large proportion of the seats will be donated to charitable projects, primarily in the local region. Bayer 04 fans can look forward to new, functional folding seats for the season opener at the beginning of August - still in the club colours of black and red, of course. A glimpse at the BayArena during the refurbishment.
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