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Brighton & Hove Albion v Bournemouth - Premier League

Iraola wanted by Crystal Palace & Bundesligla side

Andoni Iraola is highly sought after as he prepares to leave Bournemouth at the end of the season. While Crystal Palace have reportedly already presented a lucrative, multi-million-pound contract to secure the Spanish manager, Bayer Leverkusen are also closely monitoring his situation. The German club hope to convince him to take over their long-term project this summer.

Borussia Dortmund v Bayer 04 Leverkusen - Bundesliga

Dortmund fans jeer Schlotterbeck

Nico Schlotterbeck’s commitment to Borussia Dortmund has been met with unexpected hostility from the club’s own supporters. Despite signing a massive contract extension until 2031, the defender was subjected to audible jeers during BVB's 1-0 home defeat against Bayer Leverkusen.

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.