Steffen Baumgart Returns to Union Berlin as Coach After Bo Svensson's Departure

Union Berlin has appointed former player and coach Steffen Baumgart to replace Bo Svensson following a disappointing start to the Bundesliga season. Baumgart, familiar to fans for his successful stint as a player, will begin his duties with a training session and a friendly game lined up against Holstein Kiel.

Union Berlin has announced the return of Steffen Baumgart as coach, following the dismissal of Bo Svensson due to a lackluster start to the Bundesliga season.

Baumgart, a former Union forward known for scoring 22 goals in two seasons, is set to take charge of his first training session on Thursday, with a friendly matchup against Holstein Kiel scheduled for Sunday.

The appointment marks Baumgart's fourth coaching position, having previously managed at Paderborn, Cologne, and Hamburger SV. Union's sporting director Horst Heldt expressed confidence in Baumgart's ability to lead and develop the players, emphasizing his familiarity with the club and league experience.