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I. Maza⚽0-1Pen.
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D. Zeefuik
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Bundesliga news

Germany, StuttgartKlopp set to drop two more Stuttgart stars from Germany squad
Rumor Hamburger SVHSV destined to back under-pressure Polzin with new contract
Germany, StuttgartFinn Jeltsch set to earn first international call as Stuttgart trio return
2. Bundesliga Bayern Munich & 1.FC NürnbergNürnberg's Klose compares Bayern loanee to Müller and Kroos
FC BayernFC Bayern extend Freund’s contract until 2029
Rumor German national teamRangers forward Ryan Naderi set to snub Germany for Czech Republic
FC BayernLuis Diaz confident of ending scoring drought soon as Bayern star seeks return to form
Editor's pick RB Leipzig"If Real Madrid are coming, it’s difficult" – Marcel Schäfer explains why RB Leipzig had to sell Yan Diomande
Rumor FC BayernLiverpool linked with move for former Bayern youngster
Rumor FC BayernBayern and Kane enter second round of contract talks with release clause on the table
TSG HoffenheimHoffenheim welcome Asllani’s return after failed RB Leipzig move
Rumor Stuttgart & LeverkusenStuttgart star turned down Leverkusen switch
Rumor Bayer 04 LeverkusenLeverkusen keen to extend youngster’s contract amid interest from England, Barcelona and Atlético
Mainz 05Zentner suffers another injury blow as Schwolow set to start for Mainz at Gladbach
Rumor 1. FC KölnTottenham prodigy Mikey Moore snubbed Fulham and Everton to join Köln on loan
Bayer LeverkusenLeverkusen boss Martinez confirms goalkeeping choice for European nights
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 4 starting XIs
FC BayernAlphonso Davies out of Canada’s squad for personal reasons
Germany, FC BayernKlopp plans to deploy captain Kimmich in Germany midfield

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Match days

FC BayernLuis Diaz confident of ending scoring drought soon as Bayern star seeks return to form
Mainz 05Zentner suffers another injury blow as Schwolow set to start for Mainz at Gladbach
Team of the week BundesligaBundesliga Team of the Week – Matchday 3
Post-match reaction Bayern Munich"I didn't mean it that way" – Karl offers apology to Elversberg fans for goal celebration
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
Post-match reaction FC Bayern Kompany discusses how Bayern “redeemed themselves” despite “mentally slow start”
RB Leipzig Injury fear once more for Assan Ouédraogo
Post-match reaction RB Leipzig Demichelis pleased with “important response”
Match report FC Bayern, SV Elversberg Bayern edge past stubborn Elversberg after Kane seals 2-1 victory
Post-match reaction Hamburger SVHSV sporting director Costa reacts to heavy Leipzig defeat
Match report RB Leipzig Five-star bulls bounce back against basement boys HSV
SV Elversberg, FC Bayern Confirmed lineups: SV Elversberg vs. FC Bayern Munich
Post-match reaction Werder BremenDaniel Thioune hails Niclas Füllkrug instinct after Werder Bremen fightback
Post-match reaction Werder BremenEmotional Mitchell Weiser reflects on Werder Bremen return: "It feels like a win for me personally"
Post-match reaction FC KölnRene Wagner frustrated by Köln's second-half drop-off: "We lost a bit of courage"
Post-match reaction Werder BremenNiclas Füllkrug revels in Bremen return after Köln equaliser: "It's incredible"
Match report 1. FC Köln & SV Werder BremenFüllkrug rescues point as Köln and Bremen share spoils
Post-match reaction Eintracht FrankfurtAdi Hütter admits Frankfurt avoided ‘absolute false start’ with Mainz victory
Post-match reaction FC AugsburgMichael Gregoritsch reacts after becoming Augsburg’s Bundesliga record scorer
Post-match reaction VfB StuttgartGrischa Prömel frustrated as Stuttgart fail to capitalise on Hoffenheim momentum
Post-match reaction VfB StuttgartSebastian Hoeneß baffled by Stuttgart penalty decision: "I simply don’t understand it"
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundNiko Kovac admits Borussia Dortmund struggled after Champions League night
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundFelix Nmecha reacts to Dortmund bicycle kick: "A bit of childhood"
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundNico Schlotterbeck plays down injury fears after Borussia Dortmund comeback: "I’m physically fit"

Fantasy Football

Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 3: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 4 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 3 starting XIs
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
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: The ultimate guide to the start of the 2026/27 season
Fantasy Football BundesligaBundesliga predicted lineups 2026/27: Matchday 1 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: Strikers to consider for the start of the 2026/27 season
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: Midfielders to consider for the start of the 2026/27 season
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: Defenders to consider for the start of the 2026/27 season
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: Goalkeepers to consider for the start of the 2026/27 season
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga 2026/27 set-piece and penalty takers
Fantasy Football FantasyBest budget picks for your 2026/27 Fantasy Bundesliga squad
Fantasy Football Fantasy BundesligaWhy Fantasy Bundesliga managers should start opening the app daily from today
Fantasy Football Fantasy BundesligaFantasy Bundesliga returns for 2026-27: Here's what's new!
Fantasy Football World Cup2026 World Cup predicted lineups: Final and third-place match XIs
Fantasy Football World Cup2026 World Cup: Predicted semi-final lineups
Fantasy Football World Cup2026 World Cup: Predicted quarter-final lineups

German Teams in Europe

TSG HoffenheimHoffenheim welcome Asllani’s return after failed RB Leipzig move
Bayer LeverkusenLeverkusen boss Martinez confirms goalkeeping choice for European nights
Rumor Bayer Leverkusen"If he's fit, he'll play" – Martínez coy on Maza availability as Leverkusen face Celje
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
RB LeipzigConfirmed lineups: FC Como 1907 vs. RB Leipzig
Bayern MunichConfirmed lineups: Bayern Munich vs. Bodø/Glimt
Post-match reaction VfB StuttgartSebastian Hoeneß backs Deniz Undav to "decide games again" after Stuttgart win
Post-match reaction VfB StuttgartGrischa Prömel reveals Sebastian Hoeneß frustration despite Stuttgart win
Post-match reaction VfB Stuttgart"A few things had built up inside me" - Ermedin Demirovic makes admission after Stuttgart hat-trick
Bayern MunichBodø/Glimt coach Knudsen ready to face "best team in the world" Bayern
VfB StuttgartConfirmed lineups: VfB Stuttgart vs. Viking FK
FC BayernBayern to make late decision on attacker for Bodø/Glimt clash
RB LeipzigRB Leipzig receive injury boost ahead of Como clash
VfB Stuttgart“I have to put my foot down now!” – Hoeneß defends Undav amid growing criticism
Borussia Dortmund"Fabio is on fire!" – Dortmund star Silva earns praise after Villarreal cameo
Borussia DortmundKovač explains decision to sub Arsenal loanee Nwaneri on and off against Villarreal
Borussia DortmundDortmund bosses address Karetsas’ collapse against Villarreal

DFB-Pokal

DFB-Pokal DFB-Pokal second round draw: Holders Bayern host Magdeburg, Dortmund clash with Bremen
Post-match reaction FC Bayern Kompany praises “calm” Bayern performance
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
DFB-Pokal Confirmed DFB-Pokal lineups: VfL Osnabrück vs. FC Bayern
Rumor FC BayernBayern make decision on Musiala's availability for DFB-Pokal trip to Osnabrück
Preview Osnabrück & FC BayernVfL Osnabrück vs. Bayern Munich DFB-Pokal preview: Team news and predicted lineups
FC BayernUrbig to replace Neuer in goal against Osnabrück, Kompany confirms
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
Preview DFB-PokalConfirmed DFB-Pokal lineups: Hallescher FC vs. FC Schalke 04
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

Germany, StuttgartKlopp set to drop two more Stuttgart stars from Germany squad
Germany, StuttgartFinn Jeltsch set to earn first international call as Stuttgart trio return
Germany, FC BayernKlopp plans to deploy captain Kimmich in Germany midfield
GermanyA call from Klopp or U21s? In-form Paris Brunner set for DFB promotion
Germany, VfB StuttgartKlopp set to leave Undav out of his first squad as Frankfurt duo take his place
Germany, ElversbergElversberg all-rounder Keidel set to receive first Germany call in Klopp’s extended squad
SC Freiburg, GermanyFreiburg defender Treu aims for first international nomination after FaceTime call with Klopp
Rumor German National TeamAdeyemi, Schade and Frankurt duo destined for Germany call-ups
Rumor German national team & KölnKlopp set to include El Mala in his first Germany squad
Rumor German national teamKlopp set to shake up Germany’s goalkeeping ranks
Rumor German National TeamKlopp expected to name expanded Germany squad for upcoming games
German national teamFreiburg prodigy opts to switch allegiance from Tunisia to Germany
Germany National Team Klopp reportedly considering Frankfurt starlet Ebnoutalib for Germany
German national teamRüdiger confirms international retirement
German national teamRüdiger reportedly set to retire from German national team to focus on Real Madrid
DFBReport: Jürgen Klopp plans Germany call-up for Said El Mala
German national teamUli Hoeneß warns against "messiah" expectations for new Germany coach Klopp
Rumor German National Team & VfB StuttgartKlopp informs Stuttgart of plan to integrate Pejčinović into Germany national team
German National Team"He was sorry" – Baumann's phone call with Nagelsmann over World Cup goalkeeper snub
German national teamWirtz on new Germany coach Klopp: "I'm very excited to meet him"
DFBDFB president Neuendorf blasts Infantino after FIFA investment U-turn
DFBJürgen Klopp yet to decide on Joshua Kimmich's Germany role
DFBKlopp appointment sparks Antonio Rüdiger U-turn on Germany future
DFBRudi Völler predicts bright future for Julian Nagelsmann
German National TeamGalatasaray coach labels it "fashionable" to blame Sané for Germany's demise

Long reads

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
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Finland: Undav and Karl shine ahead of World Cup
Analysis/Commentary VfL WolfsburgWolfsburg face major overhaul after first-ever Bundesliga relegation
Analysis/Commentary Bundesliga2025/26 Bundesliga Team of the Season
Analysis/Commentary SC FreiburgSC Freiburg vs Aston Villa: Europa League final player ratings

Exclusive interviews

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
Exclusive interview RB Leipzig"I’m not worried about us" – Maxime Estève believes Leipzig will be "really, really good"
Exclusive interview SV Elversberg"That's set in stone" – Elversberg prodigy Cole Campbell reaffirms desire to represent USA over Iceland
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
Exclusive interview FC Bayern“Not a topic for me” – Philipp Lahm not considering Bayern management role
Exclusive interview FC BayernINTERVIEW: “The decisive phase is coming now” – Philipp Lahm on Bayern’s bid for a historic treble after Bundesliga title win

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