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SC FreiburgConfirmed Europa Conference League Lineups: Trabzonspor vs. SC Freiburg
TSG HoffenheimConfirmed lineups: Crystal Palace vs. TSG Hoffenheim
Editor's pick Bayer 04 LeverkusenWhy Bayer Leverkusen's Ibrahim Maza has attracted interest from Arsenal, PSG, Man United and other top clubs
Preview HSV, Borussia MönchengladbachHamburger SV vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach: Relegation six-pointer before the international break
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 9: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 9 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 9
German national teamKlopp settles Germany's goalkeeping debate ahead of November fixtures
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Makaay not concerned with Bayern's striker depth, holds squad among Champions League favourites
German national teamKlopp highlights key reasons behind Füllkrug's Germany call-up
German national teamKlopp explains surprise decision to call up Gladbach prodigy Wael Mohya to Germany squad
German national teamGermany announce squad for November fixtures
Advertisement BundesligaHow to buy Bundesliga tickets in 2026/2027: Prices, tips & best places to get them
BundesligaBundesliga confirm dates and kick-off times for upcoming fixtures, including Schalke vs Dortmund
Rumor FC BayernNew Bayern deal makes Kane Europe's best-paid player
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundDortmund bosses give injury update on Guirassy after substitution against Betis
FC BayernBayern Munich confirm new contract for Harry Kane
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Roy Makaay on the success of FC Bayern's World Squad and unearthing talents like Maycon Cardozo
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Club CEO Cramer feels Dortmund's "closeness" to its fans outshines silverware drought

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Match days

Preview HSV, Borussia MönchengladbachHamburger SV vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach: Relegation six-pointer before the international break
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 9 starting XIs
Post-match reaction Eintracht Frankfurt“Did I do well, huh?” – Can Uzun responds to Hütter's criticism with strong display against HSV
BundesligaBayern frustrated, Stuttgart bounce back and Elversberg run riot – 5 things we learned from Bundesliga Matchday 8
Team of the week BundesligaBundesliga Team of the Week – Matchday 8
Match report Eintracht Frankfurt & Hamburger SVEintracht claim second straight win over HSV
Match report UNION BERLIN & 1. FC KÖLNEl Mala brothers combine for Köln away draw at Union Berlin
Eintracht Frankfurt & HSVConfirmed lineups: Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Hamburger SV
UNION BERLIN & 1. FC KÖLNConfirmed lineups: Union Berlin vs 1. FC Köln
Post-match reaction Werder Bremen Füllkrug focused on team success after matching Völler’s record
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane labels Dortmund draw "a strange night" as attention turns to Atlético Madrid trip
Post-match reaction VfB StuttgartUndav unfazed by Bundesliga goal drought as Stuttgart claim important win over Leverkusen
Post-match reaction Borussia Dortmund“We're still underrated in Germany” – Schlotterbeck backs Dortmund to keep title race open
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundFabio Silva praises Dortmund's mentality but left annoyed by substitute role
Post-match reaction Schalke 04"We have to get out of this together" – Karius sums up Schalke's struggles after another defeat
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundKobel on Dortmund's bravery and "deserved" draw in Munich
Post-match reaction FC BayernDanks left with "mixed feelings" after Bayern's draw with Dortmund
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundKovac feels Dortmund "earned a deserved point" against Bayern
FC BayernKarl's agent Ballack hits back at Bayern chiefs with strong defence of teenager
Post-match reaction FC Bayern"The world keeps turning" – Kimmich opens up on emotional Bayern return after father's death
FC BayernBayern provide initial injury updates on Olise, Saibari and Gnabry
Match report Bayern Munich & Borussia DortmundSilva the saviour as Dortmund rally late to draw with Bayern Munich
Match report Borussia Mönchengladbach, SC PaderbornGladbach stay bottom after goalless draw with Paderborn
Match report Augsburg, FreiburgFreiburg close gap to Der Klassiker rivals thanks to supersubs
Match report SCHALKE & LEIPZIGLeipzig back into Champions League spot with dominant win over Schalke

Fantasy Football

Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 9: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 9 starting XIs
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 9
Fantasy Football Champions LeagueChampions League 2026/27 predicted lineups: Projected starting XIs for Matchday 4
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga: Scout squads for Matchday 8
Fantasy Football FantasyBundesliga Fantasy Show – Matchday 8: Must-haves, differentials & listener questions
Fantasy Football FantasyFantasy Bundesliga tips: 10 players to consider for Matchday 8
Fantasy Football BundesligaPredicted Bundesliga lineups: Matchday 8 starting XIs
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

German Teams in Europe

SC FreiburgConfirmed Europa Conference League Lineups: Trabzonspor vs. SC Freiburg
TSG HoffenheimConfirmed lineups: Crystal Palace vs. TSG Hoffenheim
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Makaay not concerned with Bayern's striker depth, holds squad among Champions League favourites
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundDortmund bosses give injury update on Guirassy after substitution against Betis
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigRidle Baku pleased with Leipzig's performance against Man City and his goal
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundKaretsas "very happy" with maiden BVB goal, Anton hails team enthusiasm
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigMaresca singles out Leipzig duo after hard-fought Manchester City win
Post-match reaction Borussia DortmundDortmund's Kovač and Ryerson content after "dictating the game" against Betis
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigDemichelis insists Leipzig deserved more after Manchester City defeat
Post-match reaction RB Leipzig"I'm enjoying it" - Haaland reflects on remarkable scoring record against Leipzig
Post-match reaction RB LeipzigBaumgartner sets Leipzig's Champions League points target after City defeat
Match report Borussia DortmundSilva and Karetsas ensure Dortmund defeat Real Betis as Guirassy limps off
Match report RB LeipzigHaaland has the final say as Manchester City survive Leipzig fightback
Borussia DortmundConfirmed lineups: Borussia Dortmund vs. Real Betis
RB LeipzigConfirmed lineups: RB Leipzig vs. Manchester City
Rumor Borussia DortmundDortmund midfielder expected to miss Real Betis fixture through illness
Preview SC FreiburgTrabzonspor vs. SC Freiburg preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Preview Bayer LeverkusenBayer Leverkusen vs. Olympique de Marseille preview: Team news and predicted lineups
Preview TSG HoffenheimCrystal Palace vs. TSG Hoffenheim preview: Team news and predicted lineups
FC BayernLennart Karl sparks controversy with provocative "blah-blah" celebration in Bayern's win over Atletico
Post-match reaction FC Bayern"Thank God we extended his contract" – Bayern chief hails "world-class" Upamecano after Atletico win
Post-match reaction FC BayernNeuer makes Champions League final admission after Bayern's Atlético triumph
Post-match reaction FC BayernLaimer praises Bayern's belief after Atlético win and makes bold Karl prediction
Match report FC Bayern Karl and Laimer on target as Bayern Munich cruise past Atlético Madrid
Post-match reaction VfB StuttgartDemirovic addresses Galatasaray links after Champions League defeat

DFB-Pokal

Match report DFB-Pokal FrauenDFB-Pokal Frauen: Narrow win for Bayern against Leverkusen, Eight more goals for Wolfsburg, Frauen-Bundesliga clubs in quarter-final
DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal round of 16 draw produces several big clashes
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane denies Ballon d'Or quote was aimed at Mbappé and Yamal: "A quote I've loved my whole career"
Post-match reaction DFB-PokalSandro Wagner under pressure after Hannover's DFB-Pokal-exit: "We are on the right track!"
Post-match reaction Bayer LeverkusenJonas Hofmann on Leverkusen role: "Of course, I'm not happy right now!"
Match report Holstein Kiel, TSG HoffenheimDFB-Pokal: Kiel stun Hoffenheim with penalty shootout victory
Post-match reaction FC BayernEberl sends message to Kimmich: "He is welcome here whenever he's ready!"
Post-match reaction FC Bayern"We're all human": Tah opens up on Bayern's difficult week
Post-match reaction FC BayernAaron Danks reacts to Bayern's 6-1 win and provides Kompany update
Match report Hannover, Kaiserslautern DFB-Pokal: Stingy Kaiserslautern eliminate Hannover as Prtajin scores on his return
Post-match reaction DFB-Pokal"We're also winning for Kompany" - Nathaniel Brown on Bayern's Pokal win
Post-match reaction DFB-Pokal"This Bayern team is a machine" - Magdeburg players react to Bayern thrashing
Match report Bayer Leverkusen, Nürnberg DFB-Pokal: Captain Tapsoba leads Leverkusen's five-star comeback against Nürnberg
Match report Bayern Munich & 1.FC MagdeburgBayern ruthlessly blow Magdeburg away as Pokal last-16 awaits
Match report Dynamo Dresden, SchalkeDFB-Pokal: Dresden advance as Schalke's second round curse continues
Match report Jeddeloh, Hertha BSCDFB-Pokal: Brekalo inspires Hertha to avoid cupset in Jeddeloh
Match report DFB-PokalDFB-Pokal: Supersub Goto saves the day for Freiburg to send Wolfsburg packing
Match report Paderborn, StuttgartDFB-Pokal: Undav undoes ten-man Paderborn to send Stuttgart through
Hannover, Kaiserslautern Confirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Hannover vs. Kaiserslautern
Kiel, Hoffenheim Confirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Holstein Kiel vs. TSG Hoffenheim
Bayern Munich & 1.FC MagdeburgConfirmed DFB-Pokal lineups: Bayern Munich vs. 1.FC Magdeburg
Leverkusen, NürnbergConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Bayer Leverkusen vs. 1. FC Nürnberg
Jeddeloh, Hertha BSCConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Jeddeloh II vs. Hertha BSC
Dynamo Dresden, SchalkeConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: Dynamo Dresden vs. FC Schalke 04
SC Freiburg, WolfsburgConfirmed DFB-Pokal Lineups: SC Freiburg vs. VfL Wolfsburg

German National Team

German national teamGermany announce squad for November fixtures
Rumor German National TeamBremen's Füllkrug set for Germany recall alongside Ebnoutalib and Havertz
German national teamKlopp settles Germany's goalkeeping debate ahead of November fixtures
German national teamKlopp highlights key reasons behind Füllkrug's Germany call-up
Stuttgart & German national teamDeniz Undav plays down Germany call-up hopes amid goal drought
German national teamMatthäus argues that Klopp "can't overlook" Füllkrug for Germany squad
Exclusive interview German National TeamINTERVIEW: Ex-Dortmund star Patrick Owomoyela on why Jürgen Klopp is "a good fit" for Germany
German national teamDFB reveal date for Jürgen Klopp's second Germany squad announcement
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

Long reads

Editor's pick Bayer 04 LeverkusenWhy Bayer Leverkusen's Ibrahim Maza has attracted interest from Arsenal, PSG, Man United and other top clubs
Analysis/Commentary TSV 1860 MünchenBeware of the Lion – TSV 1860 Munich can still mix with the Bundesliga's best
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

Exclusive interviews

Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Makaay not concerned with Bayern's striker depth, holds squad among Champions League favourites
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Roy Makaay on the success of FC Bayern's World Squad and unearthing talents like Maycon Cardozo
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Club CEO Cramer feels Dortmund's "closeness" to its fans outshines silverware drought
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Bayern icon Makaay critiques Yamal and Mbappe's efforts to deny Kane of "deserved" Ballon d'Or
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Patrick Owomoyela "wasn't aiming for BVB" move until a close friend convinced him
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Carsten Cramer relaxed about Dortmund's transfer practices despite failing to sign Köln's Said El Mala
Exclusive interview Bayern Munich & Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Bayern boss Rouven Kasper takes swipe at Dortmund's 'Fan Mode' app as Carsten Cramer responds
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Bayern sales chief Kasper on maintaining Kane hype and pushing other clubs to grow Bundesliga appeal
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Rouven Kasper on Bayern's Kenya excursion in 2027 and tapping into African and South American markets
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichINTERVIEW: Philipp Lahm senses Harry Kane would trade Ballon d'Or for Champions League glory
Exclusive interview German National TeamINTERVIEW: Ex-Dortmund star Patrick Owomoyela on why Jürgen Klopp is "a good fit" for Germany
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane labels Dortmund draw "a strange night" as attention turns to Atlético Madrid trip
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundFabio Silva praises Dortmund's mentality but left annoyed by substitute role
Exclusive interview Borussia DortmundKobel on Dortmund's bravery and "deserved" draw in Munich
Exclusive interview Bayern Munich & Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Bayern chief Rouven Kasper feels Der Klassiker is "as strong as El Classico"
Exclusive interview Bayern Munich & Borussia DortmundINTERVIEW: Bayern Munich's Philipp Lahm reflects on his highs and lows facing Borussia Dortmund
Exclusive interview Bayern MunichKane denies Ballon d'Or quote was aimed at Mbappé and Yamal: "A quote I've loved my whole career"
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

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