Thomas Geyer Back at VfR Aalen: A comeback with big destinations!

Thomas Geyer Back at VfR Aalen: A comeback with big destinations!

Aalen, Deutschland - Thomas Geyer returns to VfR Aalen

After an eventful career, the 34-year-old defender Thomas Geyer has taken the way to VfR Aalen again. The player, who was active at the club from 2016 to 2019 and completed over 100 competitive games there, recently signed a contract and thus experienced a comeback on time for the start of training of the new Oberliga season 2025/26. According to Schwäbische Post, Geyer sees his change as optimal-because of the sporting challenge and in relation to the opportunity to work in the office.

Geyer, who continued his football career at SSV Ulm in 1846, where he took the role of a regular player after the relegation of VfR Aalen in 2019, has an abundance of experience. In his career, he played 328 games in the 3rd league, regional league and 2nd Bundesliga and even played for the U-20 national team in Germany ([Wikipedia] (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/thomas_geyer_ (fu%C3%9fall players))). His return is seen as a signal for stability and sporting claim, especially since VfR Aalen would like to plan in the new season with a mixture of young talents and experienced players, as FUPA reports.

an intensive start

Immediately after his change, Geyer was on the square in the first test game against his ex-club, SSV Ulm. He describes the week after his change as intense and interesting. "The new team integrated me well and I already knew some players," reveals Geyer. He particularly emphasizes the new coaching staff, which has made it easier to get used to with his communicative manner.

VfR Aalen has to deal with the challenge that the team had to dodge to Abtsgmünd due to problems with oak procession spinners, but the association's infrastructure remains stable. In the test game, the performance in the first half was promising; However, there were some lack of concentration in the second half that need to be remedied.

goals for the season

Thomas Geyer has set itself clear goals for the coming season. "I am striving to climb the next higher league," he explains, emphasizing the importance of hard work and concentration for success. The sporting goal of forming a strong team is supported by Geyer's experiences and his role at the time as vice captain in the 2018/19 season.

VfR Aalen has won an experienced player with Geyer who not only could provide stability on the pitch, but could also give valuable impulses outside the field. The fans can be excited to see how things develop and whether Geyer can contribute to a real departure in the new season with his expertise.