Arsenal wonderkid Ethan Nwaneri experienced one of the most bizarre moments of the Bundesliga season during Borussia Dortmund’s recent goalless draw with Union Berlin. The teenage midfielder, currently on loan in Germany, looked set for an early shower before the game had even properly settled into its rhythm after mistakenly shown red card by referee Daniel Schlager.
Borussia Dortmund dropped crucial points after being held to a 0-0 draw by Union Berlin at Stadion An der Alten Forsterei. Speaking post-match, goalkeeper Gregor Kobel and defender Waldemar Anton expressed frustration over the team's lack of quality in the final third.
Borussia Dortmund were held to a goalless draw by Union Berlin in a match defined by defensive rigidity and a lack of final-third inspiration. While the defence was marshalled superbly, the attacking stars struggled to break down a resolute home side.
Borussia Dortmund head coach Niko Kovac refused to make excuses after watching his rotated side suffer a disappointing European setback against Norwegian hosts Bodo/Glimt on Wednesday night. The Croatian tactician questioned his players' mentality and lacklustre display as the Bundesliga outfit slumped to a narrow loss at Aspmyra Stadion.
Harry Kane has once again etched his name into the history books after reaching a sensational century of goals in the German top flight. The England captain has set a blistering pace since arriving in Bavaria, solidifying his status as one of the most clinical finishers the league has ever witnessed.
Serge Gnabry is in line to make his long-awaited return for Bayern Munich against Union Berlin after spending five months on the sidelines. Head coach Vincent Kompany confirmed the forward is ready to feature following a severe muscular injury.
Leeds United have reignited their pursuit of Sporting CP midfielder Hidemasa Morita as they begin planning for a second consecutive season in the Premier League. The Japan international is reportedly open to a move to Elland Road once the club’s top-flight status is mathematically confirmed, having opted to remain in Portugal last summer.
Wolfsburg captain Maximilian Arnold could not hide his emotions following a vital 2-1 victory over Union Berlin, a result that finally halted an alarming slide toward the Bundesliga trapdoor. Despite the triumph, the club legend cut a dejected figure during his post-match duties as the weight of a 12-game winless streak took its toll.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has praised Union Berlin's historic decision to appoint Marie-Louise Eta as their new head coach. The 34-year-old steps up from her role with the U19s to become the first woman to take charge of a men's Bundesliga side, succeeding Steffen Baumgart.
Union Berlin have firmly defended Marie-Louise Eta after misogynistic criticism followed her historic promotion to head coach. Sporting director Horst Heldt condemned the backlash as “insane” and “embarrassing” while insisting the club has complete faith in her leadership.
Union Berlin have made a landmark decision by appointing Marie-Louise Eta as their interim head coach following the dismissal of Steffen Baumgart. The move marks a historic milestone for European football, as Eta becomes the first woman to take full charge of a men's professional team in one of the continent's top five leagues.
FC Bayern tried in vain to sign him in the summer; he has recently been training with Union Berlin’s first team – and 15-year-old Linus Güther could soon be making his Bundesliga debut.