Christian Eriksen's Wolfsburg Relegated After 29 Years

VfL Wolfsburg were relegated after 29 years in the Bundesliga. They lost the decisive play-off to SC Paderborn after extra time, 2-1. The defeat sends Wolfsburg to the 2. Bundesliga.

SC Paderborn's 2-1 win secures their return to the Bundesliga. The result determines the clubs for the 2026-27 top flight. Paderborn will replace Wolfsburg in the league.

The side coached by Christian Eriksen oversaw the season that ended in relegation. Eriksen’s tenure now faces the challenge of a second-tier campaign.

Wolfsburg were German champions in 2009. Their 29-year spell in the top division concludes with this drop.

Promotion via play-off grants SC Paderborn a spot in the 2026-27 Bundesliga. The club will compete at the highest level next season.

Wolfsburg will aim to regain promotion from the 2. Bundesliga. Eriksen is expected to rebuild the squad for a swift return.