Manuel Baum warns: you have to keep Leverkusen in check

Augsburg coach Manuel Baum sounded confident after praising his squad’s mentality and bench depth. For him, the next game won’t be decided just by individual quality, but by how his side manages the match once the opponent starts pressing and dictating terms.

Focus on the opponent

Baum’s message was direct regarding Bayer Leverkusen: you have to be able to keep them under control. As reported by kicker, the Augsburg boss insists that Leverkusen’s threat comes not only from specific moments, but from their ability to impose tempo and force constant responses.

With that warning shaping the build-up, the big question becomes how Augsburg’s approach holds up against Leverkusen’s intensity. If Baum is right, the key lies in staying organized—especially when the rival changes pace and tries to turn small errors into momentum.

In short: the Augsburg challenge starts with discipline and game management, because Leverkusen won’t let the match settle easily.