FC Schoningen08 2–8 VfL Wolfsburg – International Club Friendly, 11 July 2026

VfL Wolfsburg romped to a comprehensive 8-2 victory over lower-league FC Schoningen08 in a one-sided pre-season friendly played at the Schoningen Sportpark. The Bundesliga side’s firepower was on full display, with eight different players finding the net.

Match Overview

From the opening exchanges, Wolfsburg’s superior quality was evident. They moved the ball quickly, exploited gaps in the Schoningen defence, and created chances at will. The hosts, competing in the Kreisliga, battled admirably and even managed two consolation goals, but they were outclassed in every department.

Key Moments

• 5′ – Patrick Wimmer opens the scoring with a low cross-shot from the right.
• 17′ – Kevin Behrens doubles the lead with a header from a corner.
• 23′ – Jakub Kamiński makes it 3-0 with a composed finish after a through ball.
• 38′ – Schoningen pull one back through a long-range strike from Lukas Schirmer.
• 45+2′ – Ridle Baku restores the three-goal cushion just before half-time.
• 53′ – Luca Waldschmidt scores a free-kick for 5-1.
• 66′ – Cédric Zesiger heads in a sixth from a corner.
• 71′ – Schoningen’s Marcel Hübner pokes home from a set piece to make it 6-2.
• 79′ – Yannick Gerhardt adds a seventh.
• 87′ – Amin Sarr completes the rout with a solo run and finish.

Tactical Story

Wolfsburg coach Nico Kovac used the friendly to give minutes to a near full-strength starting XI before rotating freely. The pressing intensity was high, forcing Schoningen into errors deep in their own half. The hosts showed commendable heart to score twice, but were overwhelmed by the pace and precision of their opponents.

Standout Players

• Ridle Baku (Wolfsburg): Dynamic on the right flank, involved in multiple attacks.
• Lukas Schirmer (Schoningen08): Scored a stunning goal and never stopped running.

Wolfsburg will take confidence from this goal-fest into tougher pre-season tests, while Schoningen08 can draw pride from their fighting spirit against elite opposition.