Leverkusen win to go one point behind Bayern

A second-half goal from Alex Grimaldo sent Bayer Leverkusen to a 1-0 home win over Mainz, closing the gap with league leaders Bayern Munich to one point.

Pressure builds on Sahin after loss at Kiel

Borussia Dortmund’s struggles in the league continued with a 4-2 loss at Holstein Kiel on Tuesday, raising the heat on under-fire coach Nuri Sahin.

Villa sign Dutch forward Malen from Dortmund

Aston Villa bolstered their attacking options on Tuesday with the signing of Dutch international Donyell Malen from Borussia Dortmund.

Former Liverpool goalkeeper Karius signs for Schalke

Former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris Karius has signed for German second-division side Schalke, as he tries to revive his career.

Kompany: Virus-hit Musiala still doubt

Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala remains doubtful for Wednesday’s Bundesliga clash with Hoffenheim, coach Vincent Kompany said.

African players in Europe: Ouattara stars in Bournemouth romp

Burkina Faso forward Dango Ouattara scored twice for Bournemouth in a 5-1 FA Cup third-round rout of second-tier West Bromwich Albion at the weekend.

Leipzig thump Bremen as Klopp watches on

A Xavi Simons brace and a Benjamin Sesko stunner helped secure RB Leipzig a 4-2 home win over Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga on Sunday, with new Red Bull football boss Jurgen Klopp in the crowd.

Watch: Xavi with perfect comeback! | RB Leipzig – SV Werder Bremen

RB Leipzig made a comeback against Werder Bremen thanks to Xavi Simons’ brace. Watch highlights of RB Leipzig vs. SV Werder Bremen from Matchday 16 of Bundesliga.

Penalty king Kane sends Bayern past Gladbach

A second-half penalty from Harry Kane gave Bayern Munich a 1-0 win at Borussia Moenchengladbach on Saturday, restoring their four-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga table.

Marmoush fires Frankfurt to victory amid Man City link

A first-half goal from Omar Marmoush took Eintracht Frankfurt to a 1-0 Bundesliga win at St Pauli on Saturday amid growing speculation that the Egyptian star is on the brink of a move to Manchester City.