Mäder as captain: This is how he leads the young talents of Chemie Leipzig!

Mäder as captain: This is how he leads the young talents of Chemie Leipzig!

BSG Chemie Leipzig is in intensive preparation for the coming season. The club has undergone a noticeable change in recent years, which can also be seen in the player changes and the restructuring of the squad. A central element in this change is Janik Mäder, who not only acts as captain but is also one of the most experienced players in the team. At 28 years old, Mäder sees himself as the “last Mohican” in a much younger team that needs to reposition itself.

Janik Mäder, who returned to Leutzsch from Energie Cottbus three years ago, has an impressive record with 198 regional league games, in which he scored 26 goals and provided 24 assists, as well as 14 appearances in the third division season. Of the remaining players, he and Philipp Wendt are the only ones from the squad two years ago. Mäder sees himself as responsible for conveying the “spirit of the club” to the younger players in particular and emphasizes the importance of the older players in the squad in order to offer stability and orientation.

Contract extension and team dynamics

Mäder has currently extended his contract until 2027 and attracted attention as the second-best goalscorer last season with six goals. Coach Adrian Alipour has clearly opted for an intensive style of play with high pressing and quick counterattacks, which could further strengthen Mädel's role in the central attacking midfield. He also plays a crucial role in the team as a contact person for the younger players. Mäder was positive about the training methods, which include athletic testing and lactate testing, and the professional development the club is undergoing. These measures are intended to help further improve team dynamics.

Mäder describes the young players as “extremely bilious and willing” and sees them as a valuable asset to the team. Nevertheless, he hopes that the fans will support the young talents and not put undue pressure on them. Given last season's turbulent season, Mäder would like the next season to be calmer in order to give the players the opportunity to develop and grow.

Outlook for the season

Next Saturday is the first test match against FC Eilenburg in the Mühlberg/Elbe sports center, with kick-off at 3 p.m. Just 24 hours after season ticket sales began, over 1,000 tickets were sold, indicating a high level of interest and support from fans. Mäder and the team are ready to take on this challenge and start the new season with vigor.

Overall, it shows that Janik Mäder and BSG Chemie Leipzig are well on their way to making positive use of the changes in the squad. The mix of experience and youthful freshness promises exciting developments in the regional league.

You can find more information about Janik Mäder's contract extension and current developments at BSG Chemie Leipzig in the articles from LVZ and Chemistry Leipzig.