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Bender's New Chapter at Bayern Campus
22 May
Summary
- Bender, a former player, transitions to coaching roles.
- He previously worked within the DFB youth setup.
- Bender was most recently in charge at Wacker Burghausen.
A notable figure from the German football scene, Bender, who began his career in the youth academy of 1860 Munich before turning professional, has embarked on a new coaching journey. After concluding his playing career, Bender transitioned into coaching, gaining experience within the DFB's youth development programs and at SpVgg Unterhaching. Most recently, he held the position of head coach for the Regionalliga team Wacker Burghausen, a role he commenced in January 2025 and announced he would be leaving this past summer.
FC Bayern has enthusiastically welcomed Bender to its campus. Michael Wiesinger, Head of Sport and Youth Development, highlighted Bender's extensive playing experience and his proven coaching abilities at both youth and senior levels. Wiesinger also emphasized Bender's positive demeanor, noting his palpable enthusiasm for the new role from their initial meeting, signaling a promising addition to the club's development initiatives.
