Freiburg coach Schuster was elected the best German coach in 2025. "Kicker" announced the details of the votes. Schuster ranked first with 97 votes, with Stephen and Flick second and third.

The best German coach in 2025 won votes:

Schuster (Freiburg) - 97

Stephen (Eversburg) - 76

Flick (Barcelona) - 72

Topmer (Frankfurt) - 66

Heinriksen (Mainz05) - 53

Kompani (Bayern Munich) - 47

Henes Jr. (Stuttgart) - 41

Kavage (Dortmund) - 29

Porzin (Hamburg) - 29

Kniat (Billefelfield) - 16

Schmitt (Heidenheim) - 16