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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.
Cottbus expert Werner wants to avoid stress with RB
After the 6-0 win in Augsburg, RB Leipzig travel to Lusatia with plenty of momentum. Coach Werner does not want to make any major experiments there. After all, he knows the opponent very well.
Energie coach Wollitz warns RB: "It will be a fight"
Cottbus want to upset Leipzig in the cup: Wollitz is counting on home strength, a sold-out stadium and a battle against the favorites.
Leipzig wants to avoid "turbulent game" in Cottbus
After the 6-0 win in Augsburg, RB Leipzig travel to Lusatia with plenty of momentum. Coach Werner does not want to make any major experiments there. After all, he knows the opponent very well.
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.
Erzgebirge Aue earn a draw at TSG Hoffenheim II
Aue show morale after falling behind early and are rewarded with a point in Sinsheim. The point doesn't really help.
Bayern chasers? Leipzig coach Werner smiles with amusement
RB Leipzig achieve their highest away win in the Bundesliga with a 6-0 victory in Augsburg. Since the 0:6 false start in Munich, things have been looking up. The new coach is not surprised.
Young Leipzig turbo kickers show up a naive Wagner team
After the 0:6 at the start of the season in Munich, new coach Ole Werner turns RB Leipzig into a winning team. The new attacking aces also struck ice-cold in the 6:0 win in Augsburg.
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.
RB Leipzig with mixed feelings after Augsburg
Leipzig and Augsburg are currently the teams with the strongest duels. Leipzig coach Ole Werner is focusing on further development. Xaver Schlager warns of an uncomfortable opponent.
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.
RB coach expects further development - Bakayoko questionable
Leipzig and Augsburg are currently the teams with the strongest duels. Leipzig's coach is counting on further development against what is - statistically speaking - Leipzig's favorite opponent.
Because of yellow cards: Augsburg coach Wagner calls the DFB
Sandro Wagner is an emotional coach on the touchline. This has already earned him three yellow cards in the first seven games of the season. The ex-professional is now even contacting the DFB about it.
Coaching duo remain at 1 FC Magdeburg for the time being
The point in Darmstadt has rekindled the fire at 1. FC Magdeburg. The installed coaching duo is to stay for the time being.
RB Leipzig start training week without Baku and Werner
In addition to the long-term injuries, RB Leipzig have started their preparations for the game at FC Augsburg without two professionals. However, the duo have a good chance of making the trip to Bayern.
"Possible": Klopp talks about coaching comeback at Liverpool
Liverpool fans will be happy to hear that: Jürgen Klopp can at least theoretically imagine a return to Anfield Road. He also talks about the death of his ex-player Diogo Jota.
Three-match ban for Dresden's Kutschke
An assault with consequences. Dynamo Dresden have to do without their veteran for the time being.
Partial success in the relegation battle: Magdeburg scores in Darmstadt
Bottom-of-the-table Magdeburg survives a game without conceding a goal for the first time this season in Darmstadt. However, Magdeburg's goal drought continues.
Highest win of the season: Union women shoot down RB 5:0
7,771 spectators, a 5:0 thumping victory and a protest against RB: How the Union women fought back after two defeats and gave Leipzig no chance.
Graffiti in front of Hertha building: Dynamo distances itself
The spray-painting before the Hertha BSC v Dynamo Dresden match is causing discussion. Now the Saxons are reacting.
Baumgartner's brace secures RB Leipzig victory against HSV
RB Leipzig extends its impressive run against the newly promoted team. The task against HSV is more difficult than expected. There is a special welcome for a Hamburg player.
Baumgartner's brace secures RB Leipzig victory against HSV
RB Leipzig extends its impressive run against the newly promoted team. The task against HSV is more difficult than expected. There is a special welcome for a Hamburg player.
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.
Graffiti at the office: Hertha checks charges
Insulting slogans at the Hertha office: the club is considering legal action. What could be behind the graffiti around the game against Dynamo Dresden.
RB Leipzig want to continue their series against HSV
RB Leipzig will be looking to extend their impressive unbeaten run of 37 games against promoted teams - but HSV arrive with a tailwind and seven points from three games.
Erzgebirge Aue loses against Mannheim
After three games without defeat, Aue suffered another setback. Mannheim are much more efficient and also more creative in their play.
RB Leipzig looking forward to Poulsen and HSV
The international break has given many RB players a new boost. Against Hamburger SV, the main focus will be on the opposing captain.
Poulsen as Polzin advisor: "Wants to help his boys"
HSV have recently shown an upturn in form in the Bundesliga. Now they face a top opponent in RB Leipzig. The Hamburg club has someone in its ranks with real RB expertise.
Association reduces penalty against Chemie player Weigel
After the pitch disturbance at the regional league match between Halle and Chemie Leipzig, a player from Sachsen receives a drastic punishment. This is now mitigated.
Despite false start: FCM committees strengthen sporting director Schork
Following the dismissal of coach Fiedler, sporting director Schork is also under scrutiny. However, the supervisory board and executive committee have expressed their confidence in the Magdeburg official.
TSV Havelse signs ex-Dresden player Tom Berger
TSV Havelse has added to its squad once again in order to survive the relegation battle in the 3rd Football League.
DFB sports court reduces fines for Dynamo Dresden
Second-division soccer team Dynamo Dresden has to pay high fines for fan violations. Following an appeal, however, the DFB reduces the amounts.
National player Raum publishes hate messages
David Raum makes extremely derogatory comments from a user public on Instagram. The national soccer player also comments on this.
Twelve professionals in training at RB Leipzig
Twelve of RB Leipzig's national team players are traveling. In return, six youngsters will get the chance to train with the first team.
RB Leipzig extends women's coach Stephan ahead of schedule
Women's Bundesliga club RB Leipzig is building on the expertise of Jonas Stephan for the long term. The coach's contract has been extended ahead of schedule.
Over 100,000 euros fine: Dynamo Dresden lodges appeal
Dynamo Dresden fans start their promotion party during the game in Mannheim in May. Fans enter the stadium before the end of the match and later set off pyrotechnics. The DFB wants to punish this.
Magdeburg interim coach Sander: Laying on a hand is not enough
Is there a new soccer miracle with Sander? The former Energie coach once led Cottbus back into the Bundesliga. Now he is to help the crisis-ridden 1. FC Magdeburg.
Magdeburg releases coach Fiedler - interim duo takes over
League bottom team 1. FC Magdeburg relieves coach Fiedler of his duties. The 0:6 in the test against Braunschweig accelerates the process of sporting director Schork.
Test match debacle: Magdeburg parts ways with coach Fiedler
The leap of faith is followed by another bitter failure. Second division bottom club 1. FC Magdeburg has now parted company with coach Markus Fiedler.
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.