"like2drive is a pioneer in the field of car hire and a company with its innovative concept suits us very well," declared Fernando Carro, chairman of the board at Bayer 04. "We are looking forward to an exciting partnership."
The Fleetpool Group, who back the like2drive brand, has many years of experience in the leasing and car market and the company branch. Gert Schaub, CEO of Fleetpool Group, is particularly looking forward the new partnership is a fan of the club: "The commitment to Bayer 04 is not just a labour of love but also a partnership with a top professional club that, just like Fleetpool, acts responsibly and is visionary."
As the official mobility partner, like2drive will have hoarding coverage at the BayArena and will for the first time present the Bayer 04 Goal of the Month with the 'car subscription offer of the month’ across all digital channels at Bayer 04 as part of a two-year contract.
Company profile:
like2drive is part of the Cologne-based Fleetpool group and it offers a new affordable mobility concept – the car subscription. The all-inclusive monthly rate covers comprehensive and third party insurance, road tax as well as provision of tyres for the whole year. There are no repair or maintenance costs. And like2drive does not require a deposit, starting fee or termination fee. Only the fuel costs have to be paid by the customer. This model has maximum flexibility given the short terms of 6, 12 or 18 months.
Since 2023, Bayer 04 has been organising regular free goalkeeping coach training sessions at the BayArena. As in previous years, the event attracted enormous interest in mid-October 2026. Around 140 participants – mostly goalkeeping coaches from the region, but also team and academy coaches as well as association staff – came to the Werkself stadium to gain expert knowledge on the subject of zonal marking. Through a theoretical keynote presentation and a practical session on the pitch, the participants gained insights into goalkeeping and goalkeeper training at Bayer 04.
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A first for the Werkself: Today, Thursday 15 October (kick-off: 18:45 CEST), Bayer 04 face Lech Poznan for the first time on matchday 2 in the UEFA Europa League group. Although the Black and Reds have a flawless record against the only Polish opposition faced before, they must not underestimate the attacking ability and goal-scoring threat of the reigning champions from Poznan. Lech’s squad also includes two former Bundesliga players. Today's matchday news.
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Some 30 years on since their last European fixture in Poland, Bayer 04 cross the border for Thursday’s UEFA Europa League clash against Lech Poznan on Matchday 2 of the league phase on Thursday (kick-off: 18:45 CEST). Ahead of a first-ever meeting with Lech, head coach Carles Martínez and winger Nathan Tella spoke in Poznan about special memories and objectives.
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The NB Vintage Collection is here and available now! Members enjoy an exclusive priority purchase period (online shop only). Non-members will then be able to purchase items from Saturday 17 October (10:00 CEST). Sales will also begin at the same time at the Bayer 04 Fanwelt.
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