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/ 3 days ago

Nagelsmann extends deal with Germany: Bayern opts for plan C

Julian Nagelsmann has rejected a chance to rejoin Bayern Munich this summer. The highly rated coach instead opted to sign a contract extension with the Germany national team. Nagelsmann previously managed the Bundesliga side for 18 months ending in March of 2023. After being fired by Bayern, the coach eventually took over the national team […]

News

/ 4 days ago

Florian Wirtz leads Leverkusen as best young player in Europe

The modern era of European soccer has put a premium on young players dominating. In Spain, Lamine Yamal, Pau Cubarsi and the rest of the La Masia graduates have helped turn a dire situation around at Barcelona. The Premier League has seen players like Cole Palmer, Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho and Harvey Elliott. Yet, 20-year-old […]

News

/ 6 days ago

Nagelsmann to choose between Bayern reunion or Germany stay

Julian Nagelsmann may be soon heading back to Bayern Munich this summer. The highly rated coach previously managed the German giants from July 2021 to March 2023. The Bundesliga side ultimately fired its coach after Bayern slipped to second in the standings behind rivals Borussia Dortmund. Nagelsmann reportedly learned that he was being sacked while […]

UEFA Euro 2024

/ 21 days ago

Germany bans fans from buying #44 kit over Nazi link

Ahead of the Germany-hosted Euros 2024, Adidas stopped sales of Germany's number 44 kit due to apparent Nazi links. The #44 jersey bore resemblances to the Nazi Schutzstaffel (SS). The SS committed several genocidal deaths during the Holocaust and WWII. Adidas' #4 jersey will also get a redesign. "We will block the personalization of the […]

News

/ 31 days ago

Germany switch from Adidas to Nike: Key factor revealed

Sad but true, the seven-decade partnership between Adidas and Germany is about to end. This is another blow for the faltering brand, as it will terminate one of the longest-running kit collaborations in sports. On Thursday, Germany announced that beginning in 2027, they would be switching from their brand to Nike. The DFB-Team will don […]

News

/ 34 days ago

Arsenal, Liverpool among clubs interested in Bayern's Kimmich

Bayern Munich is reportedly considering selling Joshua Kimmich this summer. The highly rated and versatile midfielder/defender has been a mainstay with the club since joining back in 2015. Able to play as either a defensive midfielder or right back, Kimmich is widely seen as one of the top players in either position. Nevertheless, negotiations regarding […]

News

/ 48 days ago

From Dortmund to MLS? Marco Reus' potential move to USA

Marco Reus has had an injury-laden career that always provided talent, but at the age of 34, he may be winding down his playing days in MLS. According to Sky Sports, Reus is leaning toward leaving Borussia Dortmund at the end of the current campaign when his contract expires. The German has played 12 seasons […]

News

/ 49 days ago

Court takes Germans to trial over alleged World Cup 2006 bribes

The World Cup in 2006 may be the subject of bribes and corruption. For years, investigations and reports have tainted the World Cup in Germany from that year. Now, the case is officially going to court to determine if there was a slush fund to bring one more vote to Germany. By the end, Germany […]

News

/ 59 days ago

Kroos surprises Germany with decision: Will he play Euro 2024?

Following Julian Nagelsmann's request, Toni Kroos has returned to the German national team, thanks to his stellar play for Real Madrid. Thus, he confirmed his participation in the next matches against France and the Netherlands. "Guys, let me tell you. I will play for Germany again in March. Why? Because I was asked by the […]

Germany

/ 61 days ago

DFL opts not to sell Bundesliga media rights after fan protests

After intense fan backlash, German soccer officials are ready to pull the plug on finding a new marketing partner. It was previously revealed that the German Football League (DFL) would explore selling a piece of their TV and marketing rights. The DFL essentially controls the operating business for the Bundesliga and second-tiered 2. Bundesliga. Officials […]

Bayern Munich

/ 61 days ago

Bayern bizarrely allows Tuchel to stay with club for season

Bayern Munich has officially announced that Thomas Tuchel will depart the club after the current campaign. The manager previously joined the club back in March of last year and signed a deal until June of 2025. Tuchel, however, will now not see out his contract due to a "sporting realignment" within the club. "In a […]

Bayern Munich

/ 62 days ago

Former Germany World Cup winner Andreas Brehme dies aged 63

Andreas Brehme, a World Cup winner with Germany, has passed away at the age of 63. According to his partner, Susanne Schaefer, the former Germany international died “suddenly and unexpectedly” Tuesday due to a heart attack. Brehme helped Germany lift the trophy at the 1990 World Cup by scoring the lone goal in the final […]

Asian Cup

/ 66 days ago

Klinsmann fired by South Korea due to 'leadership' issues

Jurgen Klinsmann has officially been fired as head coach of the South Korea national team. The former USMNT manager was previously hired in February of 2023 and had a contract in place with the Asian nation until after the 2026 World Cup. Nevertheless, the German was sacked on Friday following a disappointing Asian Cup showing. […]

Germany

/ 69 days ago

German fans put bike lock on goal to protest Bundesliga sale

Hannover 96 supporters went to new lengths to show their frustrations with German soccer's plans to sell 8% of the media rights. Protests have been common throughout the German soccer divisions over recent weeks. Yet, most of the time, fans throw fake money or tennis balls on the field. This also features banners in the […]

Germany

/ 69 days ago

Protests in Germany lead to Blackstone dropping out

This season's Bundesliga has been noteworthy for the number of protests fans in Germany are organizing in opposition to the prospect of outside investors. The German top flight is historically fan-oriented, as seen with the 50+1 rule that mandates clubs' fans have a majority share of the club. In this way, the Bundesliga protects the […]