SC Magdeburg celebrates another resounding victory
Magdeburg's Bundesliga handball team also confidently lives up to its role as favorites in Minden. After difficulties at the start, SCM dominated both offensively and defensively.
News zu #North Rhine-Westphalia
Dresden volleyball players remain on the road to success
Three days after their opening win in the Champions League, Dresden SC's volleyball players also successfully completed their task in the Bundesliga and clearly defeated Aachen.
Meager zero number at Borussia-Park
After ten goals in three games and nine points, Borussia-Park is set for a meagre fare this time. However, the opponents are still second in the table.
Gladbach fans protest in silence
There are also fan protests at Borussia-Park on this match day. However, it is not against RB Leipzig as usual, nor is it about the new stadium name for the coming season.
Fortuna in Dresden without El Azzouzi, but "with a broad chest"
Fortuna Düsseldorf are hoping for a turnaround after their win against Magdeburg. The next step out of the crisis is to be taken against relegation candidates Dynamo Dresden. El Azzouzi is suspended.
Media: Ex-BVB squad planner Mislintat in talks with Dynamo
Dresden is fighting relegation - can talent discoverer Mislintat turn things around? Talks are underway, according to media reports.
RB Leipzig wants to close the gap on Bayern
The Saxons face Mönchengladbach in Friday's Bundesliga match. No easy task after Borussia's recent successes.
Polanski gets golden tips from Schröder
After four wins, Borussia Mönchengladbach now face a top team. Former Leipzig sports director Schröder knows the upcoming opponent very well.
Dribbling to success - Leipzig relies on wingers
The young guns in Leipzig's wing positions are inspiring. Coach Ole Werner has geared the team's tactics to their game.
"Invest even more": Magdeburg lacks a sense of achievement
1. FC Magdeburg remains bottom of the Bundesliga 2. Coach Petrik Sander's team are simply not rewarded enough for the effort they put in.
Dresden volleyball players advance to the cup semi-finals
The volleyball players of Dresdner SC are still two wins away from their next cup success. The defending champions fulfilled their duty in the quarter-final against Aachen and reached the semi-finals.
Bottom-placed Magdeburg loses touch
At Fortuna Düsseldorf, second division bottom club 1. FC Magdeburg looked like a relegation candidate at times. The team from the Elbe city failed to equalize shortly before the end.
Dynamo Dresden end winless streak: "Feels good"
Dynamo return to winning ways after nine games without a win. Two gifts almost jeopardized their second win of the season.
Eisenach suffers clear defeat in Lemgo
The Thuringians still have to wait for their first away point of the season. The visitors primarily failed due to their high error rate and conceded a lot of turnovers.
Dresden surprises Bochum and ends long negative streak
Dynamo Dresden celebrate their first win in three months, Bochum lose for the first time under coach Uwe Rösler. One VfL professional is particularly sad.
Bochum: Rösler expects "cat-and-mouse game" against Dresden
Up-and-coming VfL Bochum are aiming for their fourth win in five second division games against second-last Dynamo Dresden. The turnaround was achieved under new coach Uwe Rösler.
El Mala returns from the national team to the U21s
Said El Mala's adventure with the national soccer team is over for the time being. Instead of playing in the World Cup qualifier against Slovakia, the Cologne native will continue with the U21 team in the European Championship qualifiers.
Erzgebirge Aue earn a point at SC Verl
The Saxons are lucky for a long time. The team showed comeback qualities in the second half against the top team in Verl.
For racist remarks: Penalties for Lok Leipzig
A Schalke player is racially insulted during a cup match. Lok Leipzig was not only sentenced to a fine.
Despite 0:2 in Bochum: Sander and Ibold remain FCM coaches
Magdeburg lose in Bochum - the next defeat in the fight against relegation. At VfL, the team from the Elbe city fell back into old patterns defensively and remained harmless offensively. But the coaching duo remains in place.
Next defeat for Magdeburg: 0:2 in Bochum
Second division side Magdeburg lose in Bochum - the next defeat in the fight against relegation. At VfL, the Elbe city team fell back into old defensive patterns and remained harmless in attack.
Goal drought ended: Magdeburg beat Münster 2:0
Magdeburg wins a home game for the first time since May. Against Preußen Münster, patience, good defending and a penalty put an end to the hours-long goal drought.
Dynamo fail to pick up a point against Paderborn despite taking the lead
Second-division soccer team Dynamo Dresden simply does not reward itself: despite a spirited performance, it still fails to win at home at the fifth attempt. Paderborn turn the game around with great efficiency.
Paderborn continues winning streak in Dresden
Paderborn turns the game around in Dresden and displays astonishing efficiency. That brings a club record. Dynamo are still waiting for their first home win.
Paderborn continues winning streak in Dresden
Paderborn turns the game around in Dresden and displays astonishing efficiency. That brings a club record. Dynamo are still waiting for their first home win.
Heinevetter's saves secure Eisenach's fourth win of the season
After an even first half, the hosts lay the foundation for their success against Minden with a strong 15 minutes after the restart. Keeper Silvio Heinevetter also played his part in this.
Magdeburg interim solution may bear fruit
The point in Darmstadt has rekindled the fire at 1. FC Magdeburg. The installed coaching duo is to stay for the time being. Coach Sander has his own approach.
Stamm is at odds after Dynamo's missed chance to win in Münster
Dynamo Dresden remain in the basement of the 2nd Bundesliga after a turbulent draw at Preußen Münster. Even leading twice is not enough for the Saxons.
Dream goal not enough: Dresden also without a win in Münster
Dynamo Dresden remain in the basement of the 2nd Bundesliga after a turbulent draw at Preußen Münster. Even leading twice is not enough for the Saxons.
DFB goalscorer threatened with exit from Nations League semi-final
The German women's soccer team will play for a place in the Nations League final at the end of October. One striker could miss the games against France.
RB Leipzig's female soccer players struggle against Essen
After four games without a win, the RB Leipzig women's soccer team were able to celebrate again. However, they had to overcome some anxious moments against bottom-placed Essen.
SGS Essen part ways with coach and team manager after 0:8
Essen react a few days after the dismantling against VfL Wolfsburg. The team at the bottom of the Bundesliga changes ahead of the match in Leipzig.
Winning streak snapped: Aue only with a draw against Essen
Aue appear to be on course for their third win in a row. However, after a dominant first half, the visitors got into their stride.
Young Leipzigers play "men's soccer" in Dortmund
RB Leipzig passes the first endurance test at BVB after the 0:6 debacle in Munich. Head of sport Schäfer praises coach Werner and feels vindicated by the change. The veterans see a maturing process.
No winner in the chasing duel: BVB and Leipzig play 1:1
An intense fight, two different styles of play - and ultimately no winner between BVB and Leipzig. Dortmund is closer to a three-pointer at the end.
RB coach Werner demands "maximum performance" against Dortmund
RB Leipzig must confirm its upward trend at Borussia Dortmund. To do so, they must deliver a top performance in all areas. Two experienced players are not in the squad.
Ole Werner wants to see defensive stability against Dortmund
RB Leipzig always put in a decent performance against BVB. The statistics prove that. But is the defense solid enough? Coach Ole Werner will have to do without two veterans in the squad.
Kovac gives BVB personnel update and sees an RB advantage
In the Bundesliga, second-placed Dortmund host third-placed Leipzig. BVB coach Kovac talks about the match.
Calls for passport revocation for dual nationals after Hamas arrests
Three men are alleged to have procured weapons for attacks in Germany. Now the discussion about revoking citizenship for dual nationals is coming up again.
Attack plans? Suspected Hamas weapons procurers caught
Three men are alleged to have procured weapons for Hamas for attacks on Israeli and Jewish institutions in Germany. The Federal Criminal Police Office arrests them and searches them in North Rhine-Westphalia and Leipzig.
Auer fans brutally attacked after game in Aachen
After Aue's game in Aachen, Erzgebirge fans were attacked in their vehicles. Two cars were totaled, but fortunately no one was seriously injured.
Zipfeltreffen on the country mile
A good 25 years ago, four municipalities formed an alliance that attracted nationwide attention - including Görlitz. There are up to 1,000 kilometers between the towns. The partners meet once a year.
Zipfeltreffen on the country mile
A good 25 years ago, four municipalities formed an alliance that attracted nationwide attention - including Görlitz. There are up to 1,000 kilometers between the towns. The partners meet once a year.
Second win in a row: Aue also wins in Aachen
After beating 1860 Munich, FC Erzgebirge followed up with a win in Aachen. It's a work victory, nothing more. But valuable.
Satellite data shows: 900,000 hectares of forest lost
Drought, heat and pests are taking their toll on forests. Why mixed forests are considered more resilient and how new data should help with protection.
Forest loss higher than assumed according to satellites
More than 900,000 hectares of forest have been lost in Germany since 2017. Drought, storms and pests also affect popular hiking regions. Which regions are affected in Saxony?
Matthäus on Werner's fall: "Transfer to England too soon"
Timo Werner was once a top goalscorer, now he only makes it into the Leipzig squad when other players are injured. Lothar Matthäus believes he knows what went wrong in his career.
Leipzig's promotion series continues against Cologne
With its third win in a row, RB Leipzig has finally come to terms with the 6-0 defeat in Munich at the start of the season. Against Cologne, RB continued a long-term series. A professional who has already been sorted out is given a special welcome.
RB Leipzig wants to extend top series against promoted team
RB Leipzig have always looked good against promoted teams. But Cologne are coming to Leipzig with a lot of momentum. RB have a lot of injured players and so Timo Werner could get a chance.
More injuries at RB Leipzig - Timo Werner probably in the squad
The growing injury list at RB Leipzig opens up a new opportunity for Timo Werner. The Saxons are also set to extend a top series against Cologne.
Leipzig training kick-off without trio
RB Leipzig announced two absences at the start of the week. Three more professionals were missing at the start of training.
Thüringer HC suffers first defeat of the season
The Thuringian Bundesliga handball team has no chance in the rematch of the Supercup duel in Blomberg. The THC proved to be overstretched, especially defensively.
Erzgebirge Aue lose against efficient Cologne Viktoria
Erzgebirge Aue dominate the game against Viktoria Köln in the first half. The visitors score the goals and celebrate a premiere at the Erzgebirgstadion.
Magdeburg coach Fiedler fine-tunes details against Bielefeld
The coach would have liked the upcoming match of 1. FC Magdeburg to be a top match. The manager is expecting a glass game at the Bielefeld Alm.
RB Leipzig's female soccer players start with a win in Cologne
The completely new RB Leipzig team started with a win in Cologne. In doing so, they took advantage of their superior personnel. The next game will be a real endurance test.
Mining and colonial suffering: Folkwang shows Kentridge exhibition
He is a draughtsman, stages great operas and promotes young artists. The South African all-round artist William Kentridge is the subject of a double exhibition in Essen and Dresden.
Mining and colonial suffering: Folkwang shows Kentridge exhibition
He is a draughtsman, stages great operas and promotes young artists. The South African all-round artist William Kentridge is the subject of a double exhibition in Essen and Dresden.
Plants of mattress manufacturer Schlaraffia close down
The brand name suggests almost paradisiacal conditions when it comes to sleep, but the economic reality for Schlaraffia was bleak. Now the lights are going out completely for the workforce.
FC Schalke wins through penalty goal in Dresden
Promoted Dynamo Dresden put up a good fight against the Royal Blues. Schalke keeper Karius initially prevents worse for the favorites. Then captain Karaman makes the difference.
Dynamo miss too many chances and lose against Schalke
Dynamo's Daferner could have been the match-winner on his comeback from injury. But Schalke keeper Karius prevented that. Karaman scored the winner from the spot.
Dynamo Dresden loan out Cologne's Julian Pauli
Dynamo Dresden have brought in reinforcements ahead of the clash against Schalke. A central defender has come to the Elbe from Cologne.
Schalke pro Antwi-Adjei: "Advertisement should set an example"
Christopher Antwi-Adjei from FC Schalke 04 takes a stand after a racist insult. He sees reporting the incident to the police as an important sign and explains how he dealt with the incident.
Late goal: Dresden stops Bielefeld's winning run
The promoted teams have shown different form so far. But Dynamo pull off a coup in the head-to-head clash.
DFB boss after scandal in the cup: racism has no place
The German Football Association is not only investigating allegations of racism at two cup matches, the president is also speaking out.
Racism incident in the cup: Schalke's Antwi-Adjei faces charges
The cup match between Leipzig and Schalke is overshadowed by an incident of racism. The police investigate. Lok apologizes, but Schalke does not believe in the single perpetrator theory.
Schalke 04 jubilant after late win at Lok Leipzig
Schalke had a harder time than expected at north-east champions Lok Leipzig. The match was overshadowed by a stoppage in play following an alleged racist insult.
Racist remarks? Cup match in Leipzig interrupted
The DFB Cup match between north-east regional league champions Lok Leipzig and Schalke 04 had to be interrupted at short notice. A Schalke player complained to the linesman.
After almost 90 years: Lok wants to dupe Schalke again
The regional league team from Saxony is hoping for a sensation against the second-division soccer team. The duel between the traditional teams has taken place twice in the DFB Cup so far - once even as a final.
Dynamo Dresden sign striker Vermeij from Düsseldorf
After two opening defeats, promoted Dresden see a need for further action. With Vermeij, a dream player is coming to the Elbe.
Break over: Duryn shoots "The Teacher" again
On RTL, Hendrik Duryn is celebrating a comeback in his best-known role as teacher Stefan Vollmer. Filming will continue in Leipzig until October.
Report: Bayer and Leipzig agree on Blaswich transfer
Goalkeeper Janis Blaswich is likely to change employers. According to a media report, Bayer Leverkusen will pay RB Leipzig a low sum in the millions for the 34-year-old.
Report: Leverkusen want Leipzig goalkeeper Blaswich
The next departure at Bayer Leverkusen is imminent: after many successful years, keeper Lukas Hradecky is set to leave the Werkself. A replacement could come from Leipzig.
Green politicians Paul and Meier have married
A special marriage in politics: The North Rhine-Westphalian minister Josefine Paul and the former minister and current member of the Saxon state parliament Katja Meier have married.
13 minutes are enough: Aue loses test against Gladbach
Erzgebirge Aue have already reached the peak of their preparations. However, the Veilchen were far from winning against Gladbach in their first test match.
RB Leipzig gets Finkgräfe from Cologne
RB Leipzig are about to make some changes to their squad. Following the signing of coach Ole Werner, there is now movement in the transfer business. A new man arrives from Cologne.
Report: RB Leipzig interested in Cologne talent Max Finkgräfe
The Saxons are set to make some changes to their squad. There could soon be movement in one position. RB is playing for time in another personnel matter.
Leipzig talent Jonathan Norbye is loaned out to Bielefeld
The Norwegian Norbye was recently rewarded with a professional contract in Leipzig. Now he is to gain match practice with a second division club.
Aue loans out Paderborn's Zobel
Erzgebirge Aue have signed their seventh new signing for the coming season. A talented defender will be loaned out for one year.
SC DHfK Leipzig loses narrowly in Gummersbach
After the debacle in Kiel, Leipzig's Bundesliga handball team shows a reaction, but falls behind midway through the second half. The comeback comes too late.
Zwickau's handball players remain first class
Zwickau wins the decisive relegation match against Leverkusen to stay in Germany's top handball division. The hosts were only briefly shaky after the break.
Thüringer HC secures third place
In the final game of the season, the Thuringian Bundesliga handball team put on a spectacular display against Borussia Dortmund. The result was an unexpectedly clear victory.
Eisenach's handball players suffer third defeat in a row
The club from Thuringia overslept at the start and did not take the lead once in the duel against VfL Gummersbach. The visitors then went on a decisive run in the final phase.
Magdeburg celebrates end of season with 4:2 against Düsseldorf
Second division club 1. FC Magdeburg secures fifth place on the final matchday. The FCM turned around a deficit against Fortuna Düsseldorf.
Mainz and the dream of Europe: "This is a great day"
FSV Mainz 05 have the chance to qualify for the Conference League on the final matchday of the Bundesliga. Coach Bo Henriksen is full of anticipation ahead of the season finale.
Tedi takes over branches of discounter Pfennigpfeiffer
The discounter Pfennigpfeiffer, which is particularly well-known in eastern Germany, disappears. More than 80 stores change their logo. The product range remains similar in many places.
Further arrest warrant after "Reichsbürger" arrest in execution
The Federal Public Prosecutor's Office has had four men arrested for their alleged role in the "Kingdom of Germany" group. Two of them are now in custody.
Report: Cesc Fàbregas will not move to the Bundesliga
Coach Cesc Fàbregas is being hotly courted. There has been much speculation about the ex-professional moving to Leverkusen or Leipzig in the Bundesliga. But now things could turn out very differently.
Dobrindt bans "Kingdom of Germany"
Even if their ideas often sound confused, many "Reichsbürger" are by no means harmless from the point of view of the security authorities. Four men have now been arrested and their association banned.
Singer Uschi Brüning receives jazz award for her life's work
The jazz scene appreciates its icons - and one of them is Uschi Brüning. The singer with the nickname "Ella Fitzgerald of the East" is now being given a great honor.
What is the "Kingdom of Germany"?
The "Kingdom of Germany" is considered to be Germany's largest Reichsbürger group. But who and what is behind it?
"Reichsbürger" group "Kingdom of Germany" banned
Federal Minister of the Interior Alexander Dobrindt (CSU) has banned a group of so-called Reich citizens and self-administrators who call themselves the "Kingdom of Germany". According to the Ministry of the Interior, police forces have been searching buildings used by the association and the homes ..
Coach for Bundesliga? Como's Fàbregas makes a cryptic statement
Several Bundesliga clubs are looking for coaches for the coming season, including the top teams from Leverkusen and Leipzig. One candidate is ex-professional Fàbregas. He has now spoken about his future.
Dream of promotion over: Magdeburg loses in Paderborn
1. FC Magdeburg must write off promotion relegation for good. The club lost 2:1 in Paderborn and can now finish a maximum of fifth.
Zwickau lays the foundation for staying in the league
In the first relegation play-off, the team from Saxony wins by a nine-goal margin. Goalkeeper Barbara Victoria Gyori played a huge part in this with her 19 saves.
"We must not mope": Magdeburg looks to the future
After the disaster against Preußen Münster, they are quickly looking ahead at 1. FC Magdeburg. Despite the record defeat, third place and promotion relegation are still possible.
No promotion yet: Dynamo Dresden concede late equalizer
Dynamo lead deep into injury time in the top match at Arminia Bielefeld and almost feel like a second division team. But then they were dealt a low blow by an own goal.
Leipzig women lose 0:1 in Leverkusen
It was not until the second half that the Leipzig team had any opportunities. However, a goal could no longer be celebrated.
0:5 against Münster: Highest home defeat for Magdeburg
1. FC Magdeburg is never on the pitch against Münster. Münster took advantage of almost every scoring opportunity and led 3-0 at the break, ending up with the highest FCM home defeat in the 2nd Bundesliga.
Magdeburg suffer 0:5 home debacle against Münster
1. FC Magdeburg never get into the game against Münster. The relegation candidates, on the other hand, scored at will. Magdeburg has nothing to do with promotion.
Dynamo Dresden ahead of second division return - "Finding the balance"
Dynamo Dresden can already secure promotion to the second division this Saturday. But their opponents are something like the team of the moment. Dynamo coach Stamm sees a "game at eye level".