Wolfsburg Make it Count in Pre-Season Friendly Against SC Telstar

VfL Wolfsburg continued their pre-season preparations with a comfortable 3-1 victory over Dutch side SC Telstar in an international club friendly on 31 July 2026. The match, which took place at 23:00, gave the Bundesliga outfit a valuable opportunity to test their attacking combinations and fitness levels against a disciplined opponent.

Wolfsburg started brightly and controlled possession from the opening minutes, moving the ball quickly through midfield and creating several early chances. Their persistence paid off when they opened the scoring midway through the first half, converting a well-worked move that involved a clever interchange on the edge of the box. The goal seemed to settle the players, and they doubled their lead before the break with a powerful strike from distance.

Friendly Test Yields Positive Fitness and Rotation

In true pre-season fashion, Wolfsburg made a number of substitutions throughout the match, giving valuable minutes to fringe players and returning internationals. Despite the changes, the team's structure remained solid. Telstar, however, did not simply roll over. The Dutch side pulled one back shortly after the interval, capitalising on a defensive lapse as Wolfsburg's back line adjusted to the new personnel.

The response from Wolfsburg was immediate. They reasserted control and restored their two-goal advantage with a well-placed header from a corner kick. From there, the German side managed the game comfortably, seeing out the remainder of the friendly with confidence and composure.

What the Result Means

• VfL Wolfsburg gain momentum in their pre-season schedule, with important lessons about squad rotation and attacking fluency ahead of the new campaign.
• SC Telstar will take positives from their performance, particularly their ability to compete physically and score against higher-level opposition.

For the coaches, this friendly was more about preparation than the scoreline. Yet a 3-1 win against a well-organised side like Telstar will always be welcome, as Wolfsburg look to build stability and sharpness before competitive fixtures resume.