Arminia Bielefeld opened its training camp in South Tyrol on Monday and immediately showed a upbeat mood. The squad arrived after a short journey from Bielefeld near Bolzano, where head coach Frank Kramer and his staff led the first session. The 6‑1 victory over Hertha BSC on May 17 2026 was already mentioned, fueling the attack.

What happened on arrival?

Players were greeted by a small reception team that served local specialties. Regional minister Martina Rüscher handed the squad a welcome package with training gear. Cameroonian striker Samuel Kalu used the moment to celebrate his new sponsorship partnership. The atmosphere was relaxed yet focused – the goal: stabilise the recent form after the last five games ended with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses.

Why is the camp important for the season?

Arminia Bielefeld currently sits on the 13th place in the 2. Bundesliga, 39 points, 10 wins, 9 draws and 15 losses from 34 matches, with a recent form of W‑L‑D‑W‑D. The team has scored 53 goals and conceded 51, a modest +2 goal difference. Coach Kramer stresses the camp offers a chance to tighten defensive structures and boost attacking power, aiming to close the 31‑point gap to league leaders FC Schalke 04.

Which training focuses are set?

The first‑day session centred on possession under pressure and quick transitions. Midfielder Janik Haberer led a passing drill designed to improve ball circulation in midfield. A special sprint program was also introduced to increase the speed of the wing players. The coaches highlighted that physical conditioning after the tough summer months is a key topic.

What do fans expect after the camp?

Kramer announced that after two weeks of intensive work a friendly against local side FC Südtirol will be played. The match should give fans a taste of the upcoming league fixtures. Additionally, the team will likely return for a press conference on July 20 to discuss the next steps before the season starts.

The good mood at camp mirrors the ambition to turn the current form around and escape the relegation battle. With fresh energy from South Tyrol, the Bielefelders hope to collect points in the next games and make the goal of reaching the top of the table more realistic.