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By Eskender Tamrat@eskeFussball

Confirmed 2. Bundesliga Lineups: Hannover 96 vs. Karlsruher SC

Here are the lineups for the 2. Bundesliga clash in Hannover on the opening day of matchday 4.
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Hannover host Karlsruhe as 2. Bundesliga matchday 4 will commence on Friday. The hosts recorded their first league win of the season last time out as Lars Gindorf’s second-half penalty-kick was enough against ten-man Darmstadt. Karlsruhe were left empty handed after taking an early 2-0 lead against promotion favorites Wolfsburg.

Confirmed Lineups

Hannover: Weinkauf; Allgeier, Tomiak, Ghita; Neubauer, Thordarson, Oudenne; Taibi, Hartel, Gindorf; Bundu

Karlsruhe: Bernat; Zor, Kobald, Franke, Ofli; Pinto Pedrosa, Wanitzek ©, Wiethaup; Ben Farhat, Eichinger, Fukuda

Bundesliga news

Post-match reaction German national teamTah: Germany wanted to “show a different side” in Klopp’s debut
Post-match reaction German national teamMatthäus hails "good start" for Jürgen Klopp after debut draw against Netherlands
Post-match reaction German national teamKimmich reveals what Klopp has changed after Germany share spoils with Netherlands
Match report BundesligaUEFA Nations League: Karetsas helps Greece to victory in Serbia, Nusa’s Norway win Scandinavian derby despite Wolfe’s red
Post-match reaction German national teamKlopp provides injury updates on Havertz and Musiala after Netherlands draw
Post-match reaction German national team“Everyone gave everything” – Treu reflects on Germany debut in Netherlands draw
Post-match reaction German national teamKlopp delivers verdict on Germany debut after late Netherlands equaliser
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Netherlands: Nmecha leads the way as late Gakpo goal denies Klopp victory
Match report GermanyKlopp’s Germany era starts with late draw against neighbours Netherlands
German national teamArsenal star Kai Havertz forced off injured in Netherlands vs Germany clash
Preview Germany U20U20 Elite League Preview: Germany vs. France
German national teamJamal Musiala pulls out of Germany’s starting lineup against the Netherlands
GERMAN NATIONAL TEAMLIVEBLOG: Netherlands vs. Germany - 2026/27 UEFA Nations League
GermanyConfirmed Lineups: Netherlands vs. Germany
Transfer Eintracht FrankfurtOfficial: Dubai United announce capture of free agent Mahmoud Dahoud
Rumor Borussia DortmundNetherlands coach Xavi criticized for calling up Dortmund star Veerman
GermanyFrom winless start to first semis: Germany at every UEFA Nations League
Rumor FC BayernWhy Bayern Munich aren't afraid of including a release clause in Kane’s new contract
GermanyFrom Freiburg trio to ex-Morocco youth international: Seven Germany players who could debut against Netherlands

Table

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Match days

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Post-match reaction RB LeipzigDemichelis gives Gruda injury update and offers verdict on Leverkusen defeat
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Match report Schalke 04 & SV ElversbergPromoted pair cancel each other out in Gelsenkirchen
Preview Paderborn & HoffenheimConfirmed lineups: Paderborn vs. Hoffenheim
Post-match reaction SC Freiburg & DFB"Still very surreal!" - Germany call-up from Klopp gave Scherhant another push
Match report Leverkusen & LeipzigSchick’s acrobatic finish helps Leverkusen see off Leipzig
Schalke 94 & SV ElversbergConfirmed lineups: Schalke 04 vs. SV Elversberg
Preview Leverkusen & LeipzigConfirmed lineups: Bayer Leverkusen vs. RB Leipzig
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundKovac delighted for matchwinner Beier after Germany snub
Post-match reaction SC FreiburgJulian Schuster: “It was a thrilling game”
Post-match reaction Eintracht Frankfurt, SC FreiburgKrösche and Hütter concede Freiburg outperformed Frankfurt
Werder Bremen "I’ll never forget this moment" – Weiser reflects on fairytale Weserstadion return
Match report Stuttgart, Borussia DortmundDortmund maintain perfect record with narrow win over Stuttgart
Post-match reaction Borussia MönchengladbachGladbach close in on new head coach after fourth straight Bundesliga loss
Post-match reaction HAMBURGER SVHamburg's Merlin Polzin proud after first Bundesliga win this season
Match report Borussia MönchengladbachMainz substitutes pay dividends to help edge 7-goal thriller in Gladbach
Match report Werder Bremen & FC AugsburgWeiser’s 93rd-minute screamer seals incredible Bremen comeback
VfB Stuttgart, Borussia DortmundConfirmed Lineups: VfB Stuttgart vs. Borussia Dortmund
Match report HAMBURG & 1. FC KÖLNHamburg beat Köln for first league win
Match report Eintracht Frankfurt, FreiburgFrankfurt end Freiburg’s winning streak in four-goal thriller
HAMBURGER SV & 1. FC KÖLNConfirmed lineups: Hamburg vs 1. FC Köln
Eintracht Frankfurt, FreiburgConfirmed Lineups: Eintracht Frankfurt vs. SC Freiburg
Borussia Mönchengladbach & Mainz 05Confirmed lineups: Borussia Mönchengladbach vs. Mainz 05

Fantasy Football

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Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 4
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Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 3: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 3
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Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 1
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 2
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 2: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 2
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 2 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 1
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 1: Rule changes, must-haves, differentials & listener questions
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German Teams in Europe

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Match report FC Bayern FrauenUEFA Women’s Champions League: FC Bayern squander two-goal lead against Manchester City
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Post-match reaction TSG HoffenheimBaumann admits OFI Crete "wanted it more" than Hoffenheim
Match report TSG HoffenheimOFI Crete outclass toothless Hoffenheim in Europa League opener
TSG HoffenheimConfirmed lineups: OFI Crete FC vs. TSG Hoffenheim
Match report Bayer LeverkusenLeverkusen begin Europa League campaign with 2-0 victory over Celje
Bayer LeverkusenConfirmed Europa League lineups: Bayer Leverkusen vs. NK Celje
TSG HoffenheimHoffenheim welcome Asllani’s return after failed RB Leipzig move
Bayer LeverkusenLeverkusen boss Martinez confirms goalkeeping choice for European nights
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Preview TSG HoffenheimOFI vs. Hoffenheim preview: Team news & predicted lineups
Preview Bayer 04 LeverkusenBayer Leverkusen vs. NK Celje preview: Team news & predicted lineups
FC BayernConfirmed: Bayern's Allianz Arena to host 2028 Champions League final
Post-match reaction RB Leipzig"We got a real thrashing" – Raum and Orban reflect on defeat to Como
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigDemichelis bemoans collapse against Como: "The first two goals were gifts"
Post-match reaction Bayern MunichKompany on Musiala's return: “Everyone was happy for him"
Post-match reaction Bayern MunichMusiala and Kane react to Bayern's comprehensive win over Bodø/Glimt
Match report Bayern MunichOlise-inspired second half ensures Bayern put five past Bodø/Glimt
Match report RB LeipzigLeipzig suffer crushing defeat in Lombardy as Como run riot

DFB-Pokal

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Post-match reaction FC Bayern Bischof and Kane react to Pokal victory in Osnabrück
Match report FC Bayern DFB-Pokal: Bayern overcome early Osnabrück scare to reach second round
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Rumor FC BayernBayern make decision on Musiala's availability for DFB-Pokal trip to Osnabrück
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FC BayernKompany gives Musiala update ahead of DFB-Pokal trip to Osnabrück
FC BayernReport gives fresh update on Jamal Musiala ahead of DFB-Pokal trip to Osnabrück
Match report DFB-PokalSchalke dominate but need extra time and superstar Džeko to overcome Halle
Match report DFB-PokalHSV's 16-year-old sensation steals the show in DFB-Pokal victory against Verl
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Match report DFB-PokalKöln survive Würzburg scare as Jóhannesson seals comeback win
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Altglienicke vs. VfL Wolfsburg
Preview HSV, DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: SC Verl vs. Hamburger SV
Preview Köln, DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Würzburger Kickers vs. 1. FC Köln
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Bundesliga’s perfect record continues, Heidenheim and St. Pauli are out
Match report RB LeipzigDFB-Pokal: RB Leipzig advance after comfortable victory at Moselstadion
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Hertha and Nürnberg maintain perfect starts with penalty shootout wins
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Wimmer and Onyeka score debut braces as Hoffenheim and Elversberg advance
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Hannover seal record victory with 9-1 rout of Hemelingen at Weserstadion
Match report Werder BremenDFB-Pokal: Füllkrug and Reis score debut goals for Bremen in Hamburg
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed Lineups: SG Sonnenhof Großaspach vs. Arminia Bielefeld
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed Lineups: 1860 Munich vs. Holstein Kiel

German National Team

Post-match reaction German national teamKlopp provides injury updates on Havertz and Musiala after Netherlands draw
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Netherlands: Nmecha leads the way as late Gakpo goal denies Klopp victory
Post-match reaction German national teamKimmich reveals what Klopp has changed after Germany share spoils with Netherlands
GERMAN NATIONAL TEAMLIVEBLOG: Netherlands vs. Germany - 2026/27 UEFA Nations League
Post-match reaction German national teamKlopp delivers verdict on Germany debut after late Netherlands equaliser
Post-match reaction German national teamTah: Germany wanted to “show a different side” in Klopp’s debut
Post-match reaction German national teamMatthäus hails "good start" for Jürgen Klopp after debut draw against Netherlands
Post-match reaction German national team“Everyone gave everything” – Treu reflects on Germany debut in Netherlands draw
Match report GermanyKlopp’s Germany era starts with late draw against neighbours Netherlands
Preview Germany U20U20 Elite League Preview: Germany vs. France
GermanyConfirmed Lineups: Netherlands vs. Germany
Rumor Borussia DortmundNetherlands coach Xavi criticized for calling up Dortmund star Veerman
GermanyFrom winless start to first semis: Germany at every UEFA Nations League
GermanyFrom Freiburg trio to ex-Morocco youth international: Seven Germany players who could debut against Netherlands
German national teamKlopp’s Germany squad omission revealed ahead of Netherlands clash
German National TeamTer Stegen praises "fantastic" Urbig and Germany's goalkeeper options
German National TeamKlopp keen to chase silverware with Germany: "We will definitely give it a try"
German National TeamKlopp's Germany squad "in good shape" for Netherlands showdown
German national team“Simply not good enough” – Former Germany and Liverpool star slams Wirtz’s performances
German national team & Eintracht FrankfurtEintracht Frankfurt prodigy on Klopp’s radar for November Germany squad
German national team“He brings a lot of energy, drive and anticipation with him" – Kimmich feels Klopp effect ahead of Netherlands clash
German national team“I’d go through fire for these boys!” – Klopp makes Germany vow ahead of debut
German national team“I know more Dutch players personally” – Klopp makes cheeky Xavi admission ahead of Germany’s clash with Netherlands
Rumor German national teamKlopp lays down new rules for Germany stars
German National TeamSammer holds "great hopes" for Klopp's new-look Germany setup

Long reads

Editor's pick RB LeipzigRB Leipzig seek first academy breakthrough as Wagner and Schäfer outline pathway challenges
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Netherlands: Nmecha leads the way as late Gakpo goal denies Klopp victory
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaOlise runs riot, Dortmund go clear and Weiser completes dream return - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 4
Editor's pick Elversberg & DortmundINTERVIEW: "I needed to play a bigger role" – Cole Campbell on leaving Dortmund for Elversberg
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"If Real Madrid are coming, it’s difficult" – Marcel Schäfer explains why RB Leipzig had to sell Yan Diomande
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: "I need to enjoy football again" – Christopher Nkunku on returning to RB Leipzig and his struggles at Chelsea and AC Milan
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaDortmund keep on ticking, Freiburg hit five and Polanski departs - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga matchday 3
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaBayern halted, Elversberg defy belief and Augsburg make history - 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 2
Editor's pick SV Elversberg"We don't fear anybody" – How underdogs Elversberg plan to survive the Bundesliga on their own terms
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaBundesliga 2026/27 guide: In-depth team previews ahead of the new season
Analysis/Commentary Borussia MönchengladbachWhat Leeds United fans can expect from Nico Elvedi after Gladbach move
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: “I know I will get my game time” – Ørjan Nyland confident he will get his chances after Leipzig return
Editor's pick Borussia Dortmund & 1.FC KölnOpinion: How the pursuit of Said El Mala could alter Borussia Dortmund's future
Analysis/Commentary Frauen-BundesligaBreaking away: Why the Frauen-Bundesliga is taking control of its own future
Analysis/Commentary FC BayernHow Bayern Munich could line up for the 2026/27 season
Analysis/Commentary BundesligaTop 10 Bundesliga transfers of the summer so far
Editor's pick SC FreiburgWhat Newcastle fans can expect from Johan Manzambi as transfer from Freiburg nears completion
Editor's pick FC AugsburgEXCLUSIVE: "Character is more important for us than talent" – Benjamin Weber explains Augsburg's scouting philosophy
Editor's pick TSG HoffenheimWhat Newcastle fans can expect from Bazoumana Touré as €50m move from Hoffenheim nears completion
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Paraguay: Several disappointing displays in heartbreaking exit
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Ecuador: Lacklustre display as winning run ends
Analysis/Commentary World CupWho replaces Nico Schlotterbeck? Germany’s three options after World Cup blow
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Côte d’Ivoire: Undav stars with brace off the bench
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Curaçao: Who shone in the 7-1 World Cup thrashing?
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs USA: Havertz decisive in scrappy win

Exclusive interviews

Editor's pick RB LeipzigRB Leipzig seek first academy breakthrough as Wagner and Schäfer outline pathway challenges
Editor's pick Elversberg & DortmundINTERVIEW: "I needed to play a bigger role" – Cole Campbell on leaving Dortmund for Elversberg
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"If Real Madrid are coming, it’s difficult" – Marcel Schäfer explains why RB Leipzig had to sell Yan Diomande
Exclusive interview SV Elversberg"That's set in stone" – Elversberg prodigy Cole Campbell reaffirms desire to represent USA over Iceland
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: "I need to enjoy football again" – Christopher Nkunku on returning to RB Leipzig and his struggles at Chelsea and AC Milan
Exclusive interview RB Leipzig"I’m not worried about us" – Maxime Estève believes Leipzig will be "really, really good"
Exclusive interview RB Leipzig"Maybe I didn’t get the output I deserved last season" – Antonio Nusa eager to build on strong start
Exclusive interview RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: Maarten Vandevoordt on succeeding club legend Gulácsi at RB Leipzig, Courtois comparisons and Belgium ambitions
Exclusive interview FC BayernEXCLUSIVE: Bayern legend Roy Makaay backs Kane as Ballon d'Or contender
Editor's pick SV Elversberg"We don't fear anybody" – How underdogs Elversberg plan to survive the Bundesliga on their own terms
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: “I know I will get my game time” – Ørjan Nyland confident he will get his chances after Leipzig return
Editor's pick FC AugsburgEXCLUSIVE: "Character is more important for us than talent" – Benjamin Weber explains Augsburg's scouting philosophy
Exclusive interview FC AugsburgEXCLUSIVE: Augsburg boss Benjamin Weber confirms “big market” interest in Kömür and Claude-Maurice amid exit talk
Exclusive interview World CupEXCLUSIVE: "He's the perfect coach for England" – Augsburg chief Benjamin Weber backs former boss Tuchel for World Cup glory
Editor's pick FC Schalke 04"I’m thinking about my future every day" – 40-year-old Edin Džeko weighs up next move after Schalke fairy tale
Exclusive interview VfL Wolfsburg“A very difficult and sad situation” – Edin Džeko on his ex-club VfL Wolfsburg’s relegation threat
Exclusive interview RB LeipzigYan Diomande names Real Madrid stars among inspirations as he sets sights on becoming one of the world's best
Editor's pick RB LeipzigINTERVIEW: RB Leipzig sensation Yan Diomande “happy and motivated” by interest from Europe’s elite
Editor's pick Borussia Mönchengladbach"I obviously came here to play more" – Giovanni Reyna reflects on Gladbach struggles and burning World Cup ambition
Exclusive interview Borussia MönchengladbachINTERVIEW: "I'd love to experience something different at some point" – Joe Scally opens door to Gladbach exit
Exclusive interview FC BayernLahm highlights defensive “danger” for Bayern ahead of PSG showdown
Editor's pick BundesligaPhilipp Lahm "curious" about new German U21 league – but insists senior-level minutes remain key for young players
Editor's pick RB Leipzig“We have to get even better” – CEO Tatjana Haenni on RB Leipzig’s goal to be "best in class" for talent
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"That's our goal" – RB Leipzig must be ready to pounce on Bundesliga title if Bayern falter, says CEO Tatjana Haenni
Exclusive interview FC Bayern & GermanyPhilipp Lahm: Gnabry injury a "bitter" blow for Bayern and Germany

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