Fri Apr 04 19:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Augsburg Aims High: Bundesliga Club Sets Sights on European Competition
**Augsburg, Germany** – FC Augsburg CEO Michael Ströll has declared the club’s ambition to emulate the successes of Mainz and Freiburg, aiming for a consistent place in the top ten of the Bundesliga and ultimately, a return to European competition. Ströll, speaking to the Süddeutsche Zeitung, stated that he believes the club is far from reaching its full potential. He cited the 2015/16 season, which saw Augsburg compete against Liverpool in the Europa League, as an example of what’s achievable.
The club, currently eighth in the Bundesliga and unbeaten in their last eleven league games, is only three points away from a European place. Before their upcoming derby match against Bayern Munich, Ströll emphasized the importance of making Bayern uncomfortable, believing a positive result is within reach. He pointed to Mainz and Freiburg as examples of clubs that have consistently challenged for higher positions, suggesting Augsburg can follow a similar path. He also mentioned Eintracht Frankfurt and VfB Stuttgart as clubs providing further models for success.
This ambitious vision extends beyond domestic success, with Ströll aiming to establish Augsburg as a force both nationally and internationally. The club’s current form and the CEO’s clear ambition suggest a bright future for FC Augsburg.
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