Red Bull Salzburg dismisses coach Daniel Beichler after

Salzburg, Austria — May 18, 2026 FC Red Bull Salzburg has dismissed head coach Daniel Beichler after the team finished third in the league, marking the first time in the Red Bull era that the club failed to secure a top-two position. ## Disappointing Results Lead to Change Marcus Mann, the club's sports director, stated that the team's performance under Beichler did not meet expectations. "Leider waren die Wochen unter Daniel Beichler als Cheftrainer nicht so, wie wir uns das erwartet hatten," Mann said, acknowledging the disappointing results. Beichler, who took over in mid-February, led the team for 14 games, achieving an average of 1.15 points per match. The decision to part ways came swiftly after a 1-3 loss to TSV Hartberg in the final game of the season. Mann emphasized that the move was made after careful consideration, saying, "Am Ende waren weder die Ergebnisse noch die sportlichen Leistungen so, wie wir sie von unserer Mannschaft erwarten, weshalb wir jetzt diesen Schritt setzen müssen." ## Coaching Staff Overhaul Beichler's departure is part of a broader restructuring of the coaching staff. Co-trainers Raphael Ikache and Zlatko Junuzovic are also leaving the club. Ikache will return to the Red Bull Academy, while Junuzovic's future remains unclear. The club expressed gratitude for their contributions, with Mann stating, "Wir bedanken uns bei Daniel Beichler und auch bei Zlatko Junuzovic für ihren Einsatz und wünschen ihnen alles Gute für die weitere Karriere!" The changes signal a fresh start for Salzburg, with Mann hinting at further adjustments. "Beichlers Abgang war nur der Anfang, Mann hat bereits angekündigt, dass im Sommer ein größerer Umbruch stattfindet," he said, suggesting a major overhaul is planned for the summer. ## Looking Ahead Red Bull Salzburg aims to begin the new season with a revamped sporting leadership. The club's third-place finish, while respectable, fell short of its usual dominance in the league. Beichler, 37, leaves after a brief tenure marked by challenges, including taking over the team during a difficult period. Despite the setbacks, Mann acknowledged Beichler's efforts, saying, "Wir wissen, dass er die Mannschaft in einer durchaus schwierigen Situation übernommen und viel versucht hat, um den Turnaround zu schaffen." The club now turns its focus to rebuilding and reclaiming its position at the top of Austrian football.

Red Bull Salzburg Parts Ways with Coach Daniel Beichler After Disappointing Season

Disappointing Results Lead to Change

Coaching Staff Overhaul

Looking Ahead