Before Leipzig trip: Autumn blues at Eintracht
Eintracht Frankfurt is not doing too badly in the Bundesliga. But recent performances have been a mood killer - for players and fans alike. That should change again.
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Making a virtue out of necessity: RB wants to defy failures
RB Leipzig's personnel problems are getting worse. At least four players will not be available against Eintracht Frankfurt.
Left and Greens against stricter requirements in soccer stadiums
The Left and Greens in the state parliament reject stricter controls in soccer stadiums. They warn against stigmatizing fans and criticize plans for AI video surveillance.
Another emergency for a fan at Leipzig's cup match
The Leipzig fans stop their support after a medical emergency. A supporter has to be resuscitated outside the stadium.
Another chance for Härtel - Aue board gives no guarantees
FC Erzgebirge cannot get out of the basement of the table. Points are needed against Ingolstadt, otherwise there will probably be personnel consequences.
Leipzig wants to live up to its role as favorites against Magdeburg
Even if the personnel problems at RB Leipzig are getting worse. That doesn't change the Saxons' role as favorites.
Serious knee injury: Dresden goalkeeper out for a long time
Dynamo Dresden have to do without their goalkeeper for a long time. Coach Thomas Stamm promises support and also talks about the substitute.
RB Leipzig must rebuild defense after Baku injury
The personnel problems at RB Leipzig are getting worse. After new international Ouédraogo, defender Baku is now also out of the cup against Magdeburg.
RB Leipzig must do without national team player Baku in the cup
RB Leipzig's personnel problems are getting worse. After new international Ouédraogo, defender Baku is now also out of the cup against Magdeburg.
Racist incident in Dresden: DFB praises referees and clubs
How the refereeing team and both clubs reacted to the incident in Dresden - and why the DFB highlighted their actions.
Racist incident at the Dresden v Düsseldorf match
During an injury break, a Dresden spectator insults a Düsseldorf player. The latter makes the incident public.
Rossipal and Vermeij again: Dynamo beat Düsseldorf
The first second division home win in 1456 days puts Dynamo in a good position ahead of the Christmas break. However, an apparently serious injury puts a damper on the joy.
End of the curse: Dresden achieves first home win
Dynamo fans had to wait seven games for a three-pointer in their own stadium. In the important second division basement duel against Fortuna Düsseldorf, Dresden has now managed to break the deadlock.
"Nothing achieved": Magdeburg does not fall into euphoria
1. FC Magdeburg keeps up with the non-relegation places with a 3-0 win over Nuremberg. The team at the bottom of the table was delighted with three striker goals that have become rare.
Magdeburg liberation blow against Nuremberg
1. FC Magdeburg ends its losing streak against Nuremberg. The team from the Elbe city dominated the game against the Franconians, benefited from a sending-off and deserved to win.
Dynamo Dresden sign talent Müller to professional contract
Promoted Dynamo Dresden are still waiting for their first home win of the season in the Bundesliga 2. A defender celebrates his debut in the away win in Bochum. Now comes the next step.
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.
Aue remain in relegation zone - 1:3 at Wehen-Wiesbaden
Aue take the lead in Wiesbaden, but fail to extend it. Two wild cards put a spanner in the works for Aue.
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.
RB Leipzig travels to training camp with women and men
RB travels to Portugal before the start of the season at FC St. Pauli. The women's team is also preparing in the Algarve.
Knee problem: Setback for young international Ouédraogo
He has just had a perfect week in the DFB jersey and at RB Leipzig - and now there is a setback. Ouédraogo is out for the time being. Another player suffers a broken nose.
Using educational training to combat racism in soccer
There are many facets of racism in soccer. Together with partners, the DFB has gathered experience in a project to combat the problem and will use this for further projects.
FC Hansa: New contracts for head coach and sports director
FC Hansa held on to coach Daniel Brinkmann and sporting director Amir Shapourzadeh when things were not going well in the 3rd division. The club management feels vindicated and makes important decisions.
Werder sporting director sees the "next steps" despite 0:2
Werder concede a dream goal in Leipzig in their best phase - and later another goal. But sporting director Fritz sees a development that is encouraging.
Männel saves Aue a point - Hansa knocking at the top
It wasn't necessarily pretty this time, but Rostock are now winning games like this too. FC Erzgebirge can and must once again thank its captain.
Thanks to jubilarian Männel: Aue pick up a point against Stuttgart II
FC Erzgebirge are superior for 25 minutes in the match against VfB Stuttgart's second team. Otherwise, the visitors dominated. Aue keeper Männel saves a penalty.
Leipzig's Werner celebrates thanks to dream goal against former club Bremen
RB Leipzig start in vain for a half against Werder Bremen. Then Werder put the pressure on - and RB struck coldly.
Hoeneß on Klopp: Has no future at Red Bull
Red Bull relies on Jürgen Klopp as head of soccer to celebrate success in Germany and elsewhere. Uli Hoeneß doesn't think much of this model. He becomes clear.
RB women remain without a point against Wolfsburg
Leipzig's strong performance in the second half goes unrewarded. It is a source of encouragement all round.
"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.
Ole Werner with RB Leipzig against his former club Werder
RB Leipzig's home record against Bremen is almost flawless. It is a special game for coach Ole Werner.
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.
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.
Twelve minutes of silence in the stadium: fan protests continue
Soccer fans are once again protesting this weekend against possible new security measures in stadiums. Poster campaigns and a large demonstration are now being followed by organized silence.
Ole Werner does not want to be surprised by Bremen
RB Leipzig's home record against Bremen is almost flawless. Nevertheless, coach Ole Werner has been warned. He sees the team developing well at his former club Werder.
Werder want to continue good series with former coach
Werder Bremen are in good shape ahead of the international break. The aim is to build on this - also in a special duel for many players.
Leipzig's Henrichs with a big goal: a regular at the World Cup
Benjamin Henrichs has been sidelined for eleven months after tearing his Achilles heel. In a podcast, the RB Leipzig professional talks about his big goal after a difficult time.
RB defender Bitshiabu out for longer
It was only in the last match before the international break that the Frenchman was once again in the starting eleven. Now a muscle injury has forced him to take a longer break.
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.
Ouédraogo youngest German debut goalscorer since 1954
Debut in a DFB jersey, first goal and now a record-breaking one. It was an unforgettable evening for Leipzig's Ouédraogo in his own stadium.
Leipzig footballers fail in penalty shoot-out
Werder Bremen were the better team for 70 minutes in Leipzig, but failed to take their chances. The penalty shoot-out brought the decision.
FC Erzgebirge Aue welcomes Union Berlin for a test
Both clubs want to put the finishing touches to the rest of the season in the Erzgebirge. It will be a special match for Union coach Steffen Baumgart.
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 takes revenge: Cup win at Lok Leipzig
Aue had lost last season's regional cup final in a penalty shoot-out. Now, however, the third-division club has managed to squeeze into the quarter-finals.
Thomas Schlesinger new president of FC Erzgebirge Aue
FC Erzgebirge Aue has a new supervisory board and a new executive committee. The financial situation is balanced.
Dynamo Dresden wins test against Energie Cottbus 3:0
Promoted Dynamo Dresden are waiting for their first home win of the season in the Bundesliga 2. Cottbus have just suffered their first defeat at home in the third division. Dynamo clearly won the test against each other.
Tah's tip for El Mala and Ouédraogo: "Stay with yourself"
Social media and public hype: there's a lot riding on famous young footballers. An experienced national player tells us what two teenagers in the DFB team should look out for.
Dynamo Dresden extends contract with managing director Zimmermann
First the Managing Director of Communications has to go, then the one responsible for sport. Then an interim management solution was installed. Now the main managing director is being extended.
Dynamo Dresden appoints acting managing director
First the managing director of communications has to go, then the one responsible for sport. Now there is an interim solution in the management of Dynamo Dresden.
"Chewing gum" Raum sees luxury problem for Nagelsmann
Good full-backs have been a rarity in German soccer for years. The situation is more relaxed ahead of the World Cup qualifiers. The national coach provides a droll description.
Leipzig's female soccer players lose in Bremen
RB Leipzig's female footballers are unable to continue their short winning streak. A bitter setback in Bremen.
Magdeburg remains bottom of the table: 0:1 against Paderborn
Magdeburg played a good game against Paderborn, but failed to capitalize on its chances. The defense made one too many mistakes and allowed the visitors to score the opening goal.
Rioting and injuries at premier league soccer matches in Saxony
Fans get into fights, a fence is damaged, glass panes shatter - the police investigate after two Oberliga matches in Saxony.
Dynamo Dresden releases sports managing director Brendel
First the managing director of communications has to go, now the strong man responsible for sport has to go too. Chaos has once again broken out in the management bodies at Dynamo Dresden.
RB captain Raum: No change within the Bundesliga
National player David Raum is considered a mentality monster at RB Leipzig. He ensures healthy communication in the dressing room. That was different in the previous season, as he explains.
TSG Hoffenheim end Leipzig's winning streak
In the midst of a management chaos at the club, Hoffenheim is rushing from success to success in sporting terms. Head coach Christian Ilzer's team put in a great performance against RB Leipzig.
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.
In front of Hopp's eyes: Hoffenheim fan protests
After an extremely turbulent week in Hoffenheim, TSG supporters are visibly resisting the influence of a friend of patron Dietmar Hopp like never before.
Rioting at Oberliga soccer match in Vogtland
Fans get into fights, a fence is damaged, glass panes shatter - the police investigate after the Vogtland derby in Auerbach.
Werner is looking forward to "refreshing attacking soccer"
At TSG Hoffenheim, RB Leipzig coach Werner expects an attractive game with an open goal. One regular defender could be missing.
No win again: Things are getting tight for Dynamo Dresden
The turnaround was supposed to come against Nuremberg. Instead, there was another defeat and helpless faces.
Nuremberg still on the way up: 2:1 in Dresden
Promoted Dynamo Dresden are still waiting for their first home win of the season. Coach Miroslav Klose's team, on the other hand, continues to improve after a weak start.
Hoffenheim players unaffected by leadership chaos - only RB counts
The unrest at the club following the Bosse quake has only briefly distracted the Hoffenheim players. They want to prove that with a strong performance against RB Leipzig.
Leipzig women's soccer team wins East Germany duel against Jena
RB Leipzig celebrates its second win in a row in the clash against Jena. How coach Daniel Stephan's team won the game.
RB Leipzig against 1 FC Magdeburg on Tuesday evening
RB Leipzig will face the only European Cup winners from the former GDR. They accept the role of favorites, but will not underestimate their opponents.
Before "Unbeliebtico": Werner is looking forward to an attractive game
TSG Hoffenheim and RB Leipzig are rejected by soccer traditionalists. However, both teams are playing some of the best soccer this season. On Saturday too?
Starting eleven comeback for Nuremberg captain Knoche
After a few weeks on the substitutes' bench, veteran defender Knoche is back in the starting line-up for Nuremberg. What coach Miroslav Klose also reveals ahead of the game in Dresden.
Dynamo and Energie test each other during the international break
The match between Dynamo Dresden and Energie Cottbus is somewhat explosive. The test will therefore take place without fans.
Duo train individually at Leipzig training kick-off
RB Leipzig have started their preparations for the upcoming away game. A duo is training away from the team to kick things off.
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.
Leipzig footballers win 4:2 in Freiburg
The RB women end Freiburg's streak and secure their second away win of the season.
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.
RB Leipzig in the cup round of 16 against 1 FC Magdeburg
RB Leipzig will face the only European Cup winners from the former GDR. An absolutely solvable task, as the Saxons are also playing at home.
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.
Sigh of relief after high-risk game - but also criticism
A soccer matchday like Berlin has never experienced before. Hertha and Union played on the same day. How did it go?
After blunder: Hoeneß strengthens goalkeeper Nübel
After goalkeeper Nübel's mistake in the 3-1 defeat in Leipzig, coach Hoeneß does not want any discussion to arise. He not only praised the overall performance of his keeper.
Leipzig set a new start record with victory against Stuttgart
After four defeats against Stuttgart in their last four competitive matches, Leipzig are back to winning ways. Coach Werner thus achieves a record with RB.
Police: Fans leave Olympic Stadium without rioting
The atmosphere was tense before the game. After Hertha's victory, however, it remained calm according to the police. Most of the fans are on their way home.
4:3 spectacle in Aue: Three points against Regensburg
Erzgebirge Aue pick up three vital points in the third division basement. Regensburg turned the game around after Aue took the lead, but substitute Weinhauer redeemed his team in stoppage time.
Hertha make home winning days perfect: "We still have something to do"
The next home win for Hertha BSC: The second division team beat Dynamo Dresden 2:0 on the big soccer day in Berlin. The explosive clash remains largely calm at first.
Before Hertha against Dresden - police report quiet start
Hertha fans and Dynamo supporters meet in Berlin. The police have so far reported a peaceful course of events before kick-off.
RB Leipzig expects "real top match" according to Werner
Ole Werner does not want to make any comparisons after the last four defeats against Stuttgart. Instead, he wants to prepare his team for the clash with the third-placed team in the table.
Ole Werner on opponents Stuttgart: "The best since Bayern"
RB coach Werner is expecting a tough task against Stuttgart. He also realizes in training how important the game is for the team. After all, there have been four defeats against VfB recently.
"Team of the hour" - VfB faces touchstone at RB Leipzig
Is this the first real test for VfB? The cup winners are guests at RB Leipzig. Coach Sebastian Hoeneß remains calm despite the challenging program ahead.
Leitl relies on veterans instead of special address
Hertha rely on team spirit instead of special speeches: Why coach Leitl trusts youngster Eichhorn and the support of experienced colleagues.
Dynamo coach ahead of Berlin game: Backdrop not a burden
Just under 75,000 spectators, possibly a third of them Dynamo fans. Things will get heated. Rioting is expected. Dresden's coach explains how the preparation went.
Leitl ahead of Dresden duel: Play soccer and nothing else
Full house, heated rivalry: Hertha and Dresden meet in Berlin - something that coach Leitl and those responsible are now particularly emphasizing.
Leitl ahead of Dresden duel: Play soccer and nothing else
Full house, heated rivalry: Hertha and Dresden meet in Berlin - something that coach Leitl and those responsible are now particularly emphasizing.
Explosive double matchday in Berlin: DFL explains the schedule
Thousands of Dresden fans in the Olympiastadion and Union playing almost at the same time. The double matchday in Berlin could be a bumpy one. The German Football League explains why it had to plan this way.
Heated Hertha-Dynamo duel: Spranger believes the city is prepared
More than 74,000 fans, rival camps and a double match day: How Berlin is preparing for the high-risk match between Hertha and Dynamo and possible riots.
Death overshadows RB Leipzig's victory in Cottbus
The confident performance of the Bundesliga soccer team quickly fades into the background. A fan dies in Cottbus hospital following a medical emergency.
After a medical emergency: Leipzig fan dies in Cottbus
The Leipzig fans stop their support after the break. They mourn the death of a fan in Cottbus.
"Tricky task": FCM ahead of cup trip to Illertissen
Second-division side 1. FC Magdeburg are aiming to progress one round of the DFB Cup against regional league side FV Illertissen on Wednesday evening. To do so, the team from the Elbe city are even relying on an airplane journey.
Cottbus expert Werner wants to avoid stress in Lusatia
After the 6-0 win in Augsburg, RB Leipzig travel to Lusatia with plenty of momentum. Coach Werner does not want to make any big experiments there. Energy coach Wollitz announces a fight.