Aston Villa - Club Brugge

Europe: Champions League
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K. Sabbe
M. Asensio⚽1-0
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I. Maatsen⚽2-0
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M. Asensio⚽3-0
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Bundesliga news

Preview HSV, Eintracht FrankfurtHamburger SV vs. Eintracht Frankfurt DFB-Pokal preview: Team news and predicted lineups
FC BayernReport reveals latest on Kimmich, Neuer and other Bayern stars amid hectic schedule
Borussia DortmundKovac speaks out on the demands of coaching following Kompany’s collapse
Preview Borussia Dortmund, Werder BremenBorussia Dortmund vs. Werder Bremen DFB-Pokal preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Rumor Borussia DortmundDortmund defender heading for free-transfer exit?
Hamburger SVHSV rocked by double injury blow ahead of Eintracht Frankfurt cup clash
Borussia DortmundKovac gives update on Karetsas and warns of Füllkrug threat ahead of Werder clash
FC Bayern & Borussia DortmundMatthäus names Bayern as "clear favourites" for Borussia Dortmund clash
FC BayernBayern sweating over Neuer’s fitness ahead of Magdeburg and Dortmund clashes
FC BayernBayern chief to miss Ballon d’Or ceremony
German national teamWirtz gives injury update and responds to criticism after Liverpool’s win over Brighton
FC Bayern“We talked about life” – Eberl provides update on Kompany after hospital visit
BundesligaBayern hold firm, Dortmund's attacking concerns persist and Gladbach finally win – 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 7
Borussia Mönchengladbach“He won't play for Borussia his entire life” – Gladbach boss on teenage talent Wael Mohya's future
Augsburg & Germany“The decision is final” – Noahkai Banks on choosing Germany over the United States
Team of the week BundesligaBundesliga Team of the Week – Matchday 7
2. Bundesliga 2. BundesligaKaiserslautern beat Klose, Wagner's woes at Hannover, Kiel win at last: 5 things we learned from 2. Bundesliga Matchday 9
Match report Germany, BundesligaEuropean Roundup: Groß denies Wirtz first league goal, Tresoldi scores third hat-trick in a month, ex-Bundesliga defenders scuffle
Post-match reaction SC Freiburg & FC Bayern"That's not who we are" - Schuster defends Freiburg's bold approach against Bayern

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FC Bayern & Borussia DortmundMatthäus names Bayern as "clear favourites" for Borussia Dortmund clash
Post-match reaction SC Freiburg & FC Bayern"That's not who we are" - Schuster defends Freiburg's bold approach against Bayern
BundesligaBayern hold firm, Dortmund's attacking concerns persist and Gladbach finally win – 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 7
Team of the week BundesligaBundesliga Team of the Week – Matchday 7
Post-match reaction FC BayernArsenal connection revealed as Dayot Upamecano lauded for Bayern exploits vs Freiburg
Post-match reaction FC BayernAaron Danks reveals Vincent Kompany "brilliant" message after Freiburg win
Post-match reaction FC Bayern "Far bigger than just three points" - Eberl hails Bayern's remarkable victory over Freiburg
Post-match reaction SC Freiburg & FC Bayern"We have to believe in ourselves" - Grifo reflects on late Freiburg fightback against Bayern
Post-match reaction SC Freiburg & FC BayernOlise punishes late Freiburg error as Bayern survive dramatic comeback scare
Post-match reaction TSG Hoffenheim & Bayer LeverkusenReferee defends controversial decision amid Bade head injury drama in Hoffenheim win
Post-match reaction Bayer LeverkusenRobert Andrich provides worrying account of Loic Bade injury
Match report TSG Hoffenheim & Bayer Leverkusen Kramaric inspires Hoffenheim to convincing Leverkusen win
SC Freiburg & FC BayernConfirmed lineups: SC Freiburg vs. Bayern Munich
TSG Hoffenheim & Bayer LeverkusenConfirmed lineups: TSG Hoffenheim vs. Bayer Leverkusen
Post-match reaction Eintracht Frankfurt"We tried everything" – Frankfurt skipper Koch after Dortmund defeat
Post-match reaction Borussia Dortmund“It was a ton of fun" – Schlotterbeck on Dortmund's win over Frankfurt
Post-match reaction FC AugsburgAugsburg's Rieder & Kade on draw with Union Berlin: "That feels like two points dropped"
Post-match reaction Hamburger SVPolzin and Muheim on HSV's "very frustrating day" in Paderborn
FC Bayern Bayern suffer fresh injury setback ahead of Freiburg trip
Post-match reaction Werder BremenThioune and Füllkrug savour "incredibly hard-fought" win in Mainz
Preview SC Freiburg & FC BayernSC Freiburg vs. Bayern Munich preview: Hosts look to bounce back against depleted Bayern
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigDemichelis and Baumgartner happy to "get back to winning ways" against Elversberg
Post-match reaction 1. FC KÖLNKöln's René Wagner responds to critique after draw with Schalke
Match report Borussia Dortmund, Eintracht FrankfurtSupersub Beier ends Dortmund's winless run with late winner against Frankfurt
Preview TSG Hoffenheim & Bayer LeverkusenTSG Hoffenheim vs. Bayer Leverkusen preview: In-form Werkself face improving Hoffenheim

Fantasy Football

Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 7
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 7: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 7 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 7
Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 6
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 6: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 6 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 6
Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 2
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 5: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 5
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Unlimited transfers draft team
Fantasy Football Fantasy BundesligaFantasy Bundesliga: Fixture Difficulty Planner Matchday 5-9
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 5
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 5 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyPredicted lineups for Matchday 1 of the 2026/27 UEFA Nations League
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 4
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 4: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 4
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 4 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 3: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 3
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 3 starting XIs

German Teams in Europe

Match report GermanyMarco Rose’s Bournemouth thrash AC Milan, Baur scores again for Europa League strugglers Celtic
Match report SC Freiburg Monaco punish Freiburg as Schuster’s side suffer 3-0 Conference League defeat
Match report TSG HoffenheimHoffenheim earn first Europa League points with comfortable win over Ligue 1 leaders Lyon
Match report GermanyWoltemade extends Europa League scoring run for Juventus, Behrens nets seventh Conference League goal
Match report Bayer Leverkusen Hofmann double fires Leverkusen to third straight Europa League win
TSG HoffenheimConfirmed Europa League Lineups: Hoffenheim vs. Lyon
SC Freiburg Confirmed Conference League lineups: AS Monaco vs. SC Freiburg
Bayer Leverkusen Confirmed Europa League lineups: OFI Crete vs. Bayer Leverkusen
Post-match reaction FC Bayern"I was already celebrating" - Arsenal star Guimaraes hails Manuel Neuer’s heroics in Bayern draw
Post-match reaction RB Leipzig & Real Madrid“It was fun”: Yan Diomande reflects on Leipzig reunion after scoring against his former teammates
Post-match reaction RB Leipzig & Real MadridMourinho admits Courtois was crucial as Demichelis sees improvement in his team's performance
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigBaumgartner opens up on “toughest phase” of his life after injury return against Real Madrid
Post-match reaction FC Bayern & Arsenal FCHavertz praises Bayern-Arsenal battle as Bischof highlights midfield chemistry
Post-match reaction FC BayernKompany and Kane react to Ballon d’Or favourite tag after Arsenal draw
Match report UEFA Champions LeagueReal Madrid punish Leipzig as Diomande seals emphatic 4-1 Champions League win
Match report UEFA Champions LeagueGoals, drama and goal-line saves: Bayern and Arsenal serve up 2-2 thriller
Preview UEFA Champions LeagueConfirmed UCL lineups: Real Madrid vs. RB Leipzig
FC BayernOfficial: Manuel Neuer draws level with Messi and Müller
Preview UEFA Champions LeagueNo Luis Díaz! - Confirmed UCL lineups: FC Bayern vs. Arsenal FC
Preview SC FreiburgMonaco vs. Freiburg preview: Team news & predicted lineups
Rumor Bayern MunichBayern gem Tim Binder to take Olise's place in squad to face Arsenal
Bayer LeverkusenRolfes reveals why Hofmann was chosen over Boniface for Leverkusen's Europa League squad
Preview SC FreiburgHoffenheim vs. Lyon preview: Team news & predicted lineups
Preview Bayer 04 LeverkusenOFI vs. Bayer Leverkusen preview: Team news & predicted lineups
Rumor FC BayernBayern reportedly make decision on Kompany’s availability for Arsenal clash

DFB-Pokal

Preview HSV, Eintracht FrankfurtHamburger SV vs. Eintracht Frankfurt DFB-Pokal preview: Team news and predicted lineups
FC BayernReport reveals latest on Kimmich, Neuer and other Bayern stars amid hectic schedule
Preview Borussia Dortmund, Werder BremenBorussia Dortmund vs. Werder Bremen DFB-Pokal preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Hamburger SVHSV rocked by double injury blow ahead of Eintracht Frankfurt cup clash
Borussia DortmundKovac gives update on Karetsas and warns of Füllkrug threat ahead of Werder clash
FC BayernBayern sweating over Neuer’s fitness ahead of Magdeburg and Dortmund clashes
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

German National Team

German national teamWirtz gives injury update and responds to criticism after Liverpool’s win over Brighton
Werder Bremen Füllkrug responds to Klopp’s age remarks after back-to-back braces
German national team"I was surprised" – Kahn takes aim at Klopp over criticism of Kompany’s Bayern tactics and Nagelsmann remarks
DFBTresoldi has time to decide international future, insists Klopp
DFBKlopp sends clear message over Kimmich as Bayern duo impress against Arsenal
Match report Germany WU17 Women's World Cup: Germany first to qualify for knockout stages after wins over Argentina and hosts Morocco
German national team Matthäus backs in-form Niclas Füllkrug for Germany return
Rumor German National TeamHoffenheim's Baumann hasn't "closed the door" on Germany national team
Match report Germany WKlara Bühl completes Germany comeback in Bremen
Preview Germany WWomen's Friendly Preview: Germany vs. Japan
DFB, Werder BremenRudi Völler opens door to Germany return for in-form Füllkrug
German national team"The best players always play" – Kimmich breaks silence on Germany role debate
Match report Germany WGermany W hold off Australia to claim 4–2 friendly win
GermanyConfirmed Lineups: Germany W v Australia W
VfB StuttgartHoeneß reacts to Jeltsch missing out on Germany debut
German national teamLothar Matthäus doubts Musiala and Wirtz can play together for Germany
FC BayernKompany plays down “mini-debate” over Kimmich’s role for Germany
Preview Germany WWomen’s Friendly Preview: Germany vs. Australia
Borussia DortmundDortmund attacker keen to convince Jürgen Klopp after Germany snub
German national teamGermany fall one place in FIFA World Rankings after Klopp’s first games
German national teamGermany star Kevin Schade handed major market value boost after flying start
German national teamFlorian Wirtz suffers biggest market value drop in Premier League
Match report Germany U21Pejčinović’s brace seals U21 Euros ticket for Germany in front of record crowd
Germany U21Confirmed Lineups: Germany U21 vs. Georgia U21
FC Bayern & GermanyBischof keen to represent Germany at U21 Euros despite senior national team breakthrough

Long reads

Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Serbia: Wirtz shines in Klopp's first win
Analysis/Commentary VfB StuttgartReal Madrid, Arsenal or Bayern? German scouting expert assesses best fit and next move for Stuttgart's Finn Jeltsch
Analysis/Commentary GermanyGermany player ratings vs Greece: Klopp suffers first defeat as Germany head coach
Analysis/Commentary German national team Germany suffer historic 0-1 defeat to Greece in Klopp's first home game
Analysis/Commentary German national teamGermany player ratings vs Netherlands: Nmecha leads the way as late Gakpo goal denies Klopp victory
Editor's pick RB LeipzigRB Leipzig seek first academy breakthrough as Wagner and Schäfer outline pathway challenges
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

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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