Bundesliga to test in-stadium refereeing announcements

The German football league (DFL) said on Monday it had launched a pilot project for referees to explain decisions to fans via loudspeakers in the stadium and on television during games.

Davies ruled out ‘for time being’ with hamstring tear

Bayern Munich defender Alphonso Davies is set for a stint on the sidelines after he was diagnosed with a torn muscle, the German club said in a statement on Thursday.

Dortmund sack coach Nuri Sahin after UCL setback

Borussia Dortmund have fired struggling head coach Nuri Sahin after Tuesday’s 2-1 Champions League loss at Bologna, saying on Wednesday they had “lost faith” in the young manager.

Africans in Europe: Onana blunder sinks United

A blunder by Cameroon goalkeeper Andre Onana contributed to a 3-1 home loss for struggling Manchester United against Brighton in the Premier League at the weekend.

Kane calls on Bayern to extend with Dier

Harry Kane called on Bayern Munich to extend Eric Dier’s deal at the club, saying he would “love” to continue playing with his former Spurs and England team-mate.

Wirtz has Leverkusen on Bayern’s heels

Florian Wirtz scored twice as Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen beat Borussia Moenchengladbach 3-1 on Saturday to stay four points behind leaders Bayern Munich.

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Watch: Wirtz nets brace, Goretzka double seals close win

Florian Wirtz whipped up a performance once again, scoring a brace that helped Leverkusen overcome Monchengladbach, while Bayern Munich beat Wolfsburg in a close 3-2 win.

Goretzka double helps Bayern go seven clear

Leon Goretzka scored a brace as league leaders Bayern Munich beat Wolfsburg 3-2 at home on Saturday, going seven points clear of defending champions Bayer Leverkusen.

Frankfurt drop Marmoush against BVB, amid City transfer

Eintracht Frankfurt on Friday left forward Omar Marmoush out of their matchday squad for the home clash with Borussia Dortmund due to “transfer talks” with Manchester City.