Since summer 2025, Stina Johannes has been guarding the goal for the VfL Wolfsburg women’s team. The Germany international has so far made 15 competitive appearances in the Google Pixel Frauen-Bundesliga, in addition to one match in the DFB-Pokal and eight appearances in the UEFA Women’s Champions League. In this interview, the 26-year-old talks about her experiences in professional football so far, her personal development and the team’s objectives for this season.
Stina Johannes, you have been in Wolfsburg since summer 2025. What ultimately made you decide to join VfL?
Stina: My main focus was on sporting development. I saw Wolfsburg as the next step because the work here is done at a very professional and high level. I hoped to develop both as a player and as a person – and I’m very happy with that decision.
You were born in Hannover. Did being close to your family also play a role?
Stina: My family still lives in Hannover, but the decision was primarily about sporting reasons. Of course, it’s nice to have my family nearby and I’m happy about that. But what really made the difference for me was clearly the perspective at VfL.
How have you settled in Wolfsburg in your first few months, both on and off the pitch?
Stina: Very well. I quickly found my routines and feel very comfortable both within the team and in the overall environment. The club makes it easy to settle in. I’m also happy with my living situation and have a good environment here locally, which of course made the move easier.
Are there any differences in training or day-to-day work compared to your previous clubs?
Stina: At the end of the day, football is still football, but the content on the pitch makes the difference. The coaching staff works very meticulously, and every session has a clear focus. There is a lot of planning behind it and specific demands are placed on us that help us grow. For me, that attention to detail in training really stands out.
