Manuel Baum remains trainer of FC Augsburg. The 46-year-old has done a very good job as head coach in the last few months. He stabilized the team and led them up. Under Baum's leadership, the FCA finished the season in ninth place. Baum was originally employed as head of development and football innovation at Augsburg. He prescribed the team a "Keep it simple" concept, reducing tactical complexity, demanding high intensity, and simple switching play. The changes worked immediately. Under Baum, the team improved with captain Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, thanks to highlights like the 2-1 win on the 19th matchday against league leaders FC Bayern Munich. The Swabians were saved early and will compete in their 16th Bundesliga season next season. Baum must now cope with the increased expectation.