Bundesliga
Matthäus advises Dortmund to man-mark Kane
In the upcoming Bundesliga top match between Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, football legend Lothar Matthäus recommends that Dortmund man-mark Harry Kane up to the midline. The 32-year-old Kane is in top form with 18 goals in ten compulsory games for Bayern. Matthäus sees Bayern as favorites and predicts a win that could decide the season.
Bayern defeats Dortmund 2-1 and leads the Bundesliga
FC Bayern Munich defeated Borussia Dortmund 2-1, extending their lead in the Bundesliga. Despite a controversial opening goal and fan protests against Jérôme Boateng, the hosts showed strength. Coach Niko Kovač sharply criticized the referee.
Rouven Schröder becomes new sports director at Borussia Mönchengladbach
Borussia Mönchengladbach has appointed Rouven Schröder as its new sports director. The 49-year-old succeeds Roland Virkus and joins from Red Bull Salzburg. He urgently needs to address the coaching situation.
VfB Stuttgart and Bayer Leverkusen win in Bundesliga
VfB Stuttgart defeated FSV Mainz 05 2:1, despite a medical emergency involving a fan. Bayer Leverkusen won 2:0 against SC Freiburg and remains unbeaten. Both teams solidify their positions in the Bundesliga's top group.
Frankfurt held to late draw by Freiburg before Liverpool test
Eintracht Frankfurt dropped points in a 2-2 draw against Freiburg in the Bundesliga on Sunday, thanks to a late free kick from Vincenzo Grifo. Jonathan Burkardt scored twice for the hosts, but defensive errors cost them victory. The result comes ahead of their Champions League clash with struggling Liverpool on Wednesday.
Bayern Munich wins 3-0 at Borussia Mönchengladbach
Bayern Munich won 3-0 at Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga, matching a European record. It marked their 13th consecutive victory. The match started late due to a traffic jam.