Marco Friedl will remain the captain of SV Werder Bremen. The club confirmed on Wednesday that the 28-year-old Austrian will continue to lead Ole Werner's team as skipper for the 2026/27 season.
Werder published the official statement on its website. Friedl first took on the armband during the second half of the 2023/24 season and has worn it consistently ever since. For the upcoming campaign, this marks his third full season as Werder's captain.
What is Friedl's role in the team?
Marco Friedl is a central part of Werder's defence. The left-back featured in 30 of 34 possible Bundesliga matches last season. His experience and composure are highly valuable for a young squad like Werder Bremen's. Beyond his defensive duties, he is also a key point of contact for the many young players in the roster, which you can view on our squad page.
His contract with Werder Bremen runs until June 30, 2028. This secures his future for the next two years as the team pursues its sporting objectives for the new season.
Who supports him as vice-captain?
The role of vice-captain is typically filled by midfielder Philipp Bargfrede. The 34-year-old veteran brings immense club experience with over 200 Bundesliga appearances for Werder. This leadership duo of Friedl and Bargfrede provides the team with a mix of established authority and long-term club identity. Bargfrede is a product of the club's own youth academy and embodies the Werder spirit like few others.
What does the current season planning look like?
The confirmation of the captaincy comes during preparations for the 2026/27 Bundesliga season. Ole Werner's squad is currently in the crucial phase of pre-season training. The first official competitive matches are approaching, making a stable leadership structure particularly important at this stage.
Werder Bremen finished the previous season in 9th place in the Bundesliga table. The aim for the new campaign will be to consolidate this position and move further away from the relegation battle. You can find the complete schedule for the Green-Whites on our fixtures overview.
The first opportunity to see Captain Friedl wearing the armband in an official match will be the DFB-Pokal first-round tie. It is scheduled for the weekend of August 22, 2026. A specific opponent will be confirmed following the draw.
