The 2000-01 campaign saw VfL Wolfsburg firmly establish their presence in the Bundesliga, with Die Wölfe securing a respectable 9th-place finish and a spot in the Intertoto Cup. Leading the charge was the clinical Polish striker Andrzej Juskowiak, whose 12 league goals were vital in a season defined by attacking flair and a formidable goal difference. Highlights included a spectacular 6-0 demolition of FC Köln and a thrilling 4-4 draw against Hamburg, marking a season of steady growth under manager Wolfgang Wolf that remains a key chapter in the club's early years in the top flight.. The 2001-02 campaign saw Wolfsburg secure a solid 10th-place finish in the Bundesliga, maintaining their status as a competitive force in the German top flight. Leading the charge for Die Wölfe was the prolific Croatian striker Tomislav Marić, whose 12 goals in just 17 appearances proved decisive, including a historic run of four consecutive doubles. Under the guidance of manager Wolfgang Wolf and featuring key players like Martin Petrov and Diego Klimowicz, it was a season of grit and memorable performances that solidified the club's position among the elite.