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FC Bayern München v RB Leipzig - DFB Cup Quarter Final

Kane chases down another trophy as Bayern reach DFB-Pokal semis

Harry Kane scored a penalty and Luis Diaz found the net as Bayern Munich beat RB Leipzig 2-0 to reach the semi-finals of the DFB-Pokal. The England international is beginning to fill a trophy cabinet that went untouched for too long and is now chasing down another piece of silverware.

Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the DFB-Pokal match between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig, as well as kick-off time and team news

4 value bet builder picks in this week’s domestic cup ties

We’ve assembled a four-leg bet builder for the midweek cup action at odds of almost 7/1. Barca, Arsenal, Chelsea, and VfB Stuttgart feature heavily.

Kane delivers yet again as Bayern survive cup scare

Harry Kane netted his 25th goal of the season as he bizarrely emerged as Bayern's only scorer on the night in their 3-2 win over Union Berlin in their DFB Pokal round of 16 clash on Wednesday night. Kane was also guilty of conceding a second penalty just five minutes after the break, as his foul allowed Union to reduce the deficit to one goal, but the Bavarian giants held on to progress.

Bayern got lucky! Diaz's 'offside' goal was the turning point - Hamann

Former Germany midfielder Didi Hamann criticised the match officials after Luis Diaz was wrongly deemed onside before scoring the equaliser, which proved to be the turning point in Bayern Munich’s 4-1 win over Koln. Hamann argued that the absence of VAR until the third round of the DFB-Pokal is unfair to teams that have been eliminated due to refereeing errors.

'One of my favourites' - Kane thrilled by eye-catching Bayern goal

Harry Kane says his first goal away at FC Koln on Tuesday was "one of his favourites" so far this season as Bayern Munich came from behind to beat the newly-promoted Bundesliga side 4-1 in the DFB Pokal. The England captain struck twice as Bayern created history by becoming the first team ever in Europe's top five leagues to win their first 14 games to a season in all competitions.

FC Bayern München v Club Brugge KV - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD3

Kompany hails ‘explosive’ Koln prodigy as Bayern and Man City circle

Vincent Kompany reserved special praise for Koln’s young starlet Said El Mala ahead of Bayern Munich’s DFB-Pokal clash with the Billy Goats. The 19-year-old midfielder, already attracting interest from Manchester City and Bayern, has become one of the Bundesliga’s brightest prospects, and Kompany has added to the growing hype.

Bayern goalkeeper 'not worried' about possible Neuer stay

Jonas Urbig has brushed aside any talk of anxiety over Manuel Neuer’s Bayern Munich future, insisting he is focused on developing under Vincent Kompany’s guidance. The 22-year-old goalkeeper will start against boyhood club Koln in the DFB-Pokal this week, determined to prove he belongs at Germany’s biggest club while learning from one of the best.

'Got the job done in the end!' - Kane reacts to Bayern scare

Harry Kane reacted to seeing Bayern Munich survive a cup scare against third-tier minnows by saying: “Got the job done in the end.”

FC Bayern München v RB Leipzig - Bundesliga

'We had a blackout' - Kompany reflects on Bayern's late escape

Vincent Kompany was relieved after Harry Kane's two-goal contribution led Bayern Munich to victory against third side Wehen in the DFB-Pokal.

Kane spares Bayern's blushes with last-minute cup winner

Harry Kane turned hero for Bayern Munich despite a missed penalty, as his later winner sent Bayern Munich to the next round of DFB Pokal following a valiant fight from Wehen Wiesbaden.

Dier hails Neuer as the GOAT and says England fans just don't get it

Eric Dier hailed Manuel Neuer as the GOAT, recalling training ground duels and arguing the Bayern Munich legend is underappreciated in England.

Kompany says Olise has shades of De Bruyne but must go further

Vincent Kompany has compared Michael Olise to Kevin De Bruyne as he urged the French forward to build on his brilliant debut season at Bayern Munich.

Couto provides injury update after 'brutal' challenge

Yan Couto provided an update following the horror challenge he experienced in the DFB-Pokal, hinting that he could feature in their Bundesliga opener.

Borussia Dortmund v Juventus FC - Pre-Season Friendly

Dortmund breathe sigh of relief as Couto avoids serious injury

Yan Couto had to be stretchered off following a horror tackle from an Essen player in the first round of DFB-Pokal, but there's good news for Borussia Dortmund.

BVB fear nasty Couto injury after 'brutal' tackle on ex-City star

The Borussia Dortmund players and head coach were left absolutely devastated after Yan Couto was stretchered off in a DFB-Pokal encounter.

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FC Schalke 04 v Fortuna Düsseldorf - Second Bundesliga

Schalke hit out after racist abuse in DFB-Pokal clash

Schalke 04 have condemned racist abuse aimed at Christopher Antwi-Adjei during their DFB-Pokal clash, calling for action against those responsible.

Anonymous in America, Corboz leading German side to Cup glory

The 30-year-old played collegiately in the U.S., was released by New York Red Bulls and is now on brink of career-defining success

📽️ | Xhaka involved in FURIOUS exchange with Leverkusen fans

Granit Xhaka was spotted furiously arguing with Bayer Leverkusen fans after the team's humiliating exit from DFB Pokal semi-final.

📽️ | Fans storm pitch as Leverkusen lose to third-tier team in cup

Bayer Leverkusen were knocked out of the DFB-Pokal with a shock semi-final loss to third-tier team Arminia Bielefeld.

4 Underdogs to Back in Midweek European Cup Matches

Arminia Bielefeld pulled off a shock run to reach the final four, and Cannes are defying the odds too. More upsets could be on the horizon.

How Bettors Should Approach Domestic Cups Ahead of Busy Midweek Schedule

Barcelona, Real Madrid and Inter are in the mix in Spain and Italy, and Bayer Leverkusen lead in Germany. Can league form translate into cup success?

'Trophyless bum' Kane accused of 'turning Bayern into Spurs'

Harry Kane has come in for a fresh wave of criticism following Bayern Munich's exit from the DFB-Pokal to Bayer Leverkusen in the last 16.

Harry Kane Manuel Neuer Bayer Leverkusen

Another trophy passes Kane by as Bayern dumped out of Pokal

Nathan Tella's second-half strike helped Bayer Leverkusen beat Bayern Munich as another trophy passed Harry Kane by in Germany.

Is Kane's 2024 over? Bayern Munich boss shares injury update

Bayern Munich remain hopeful that Harry Kane will play again in 2024, with Vincent Kompany delivering an injury update on the prolific striker.

Musiala scores for Bayern Munich against Borussia Dortmund

Musiala saves Bayern in Klassiker as Kane suffers injury

Jamal Musiala rescued a point for Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich in a gripping 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund at Westfalenstadion on Saturday.

Michael Olise of FC Bayern München celebrates after scoring

Middle finger to opposing fans? Bayern star stirs up controversy

Michael Olise has apparently clashed again with the opposing fans, showing a provocative gesture against Mainz.

Bayern's Kane slammed for injuring Mainz goalkeeper

Mainz keeper Robin Zentner has blamed Bayern Munich star Harry Kane for his injury after the duo collided during Wednesday's DFB-Pokal clash.

📽️ | Musiala does hilarious Kane impression after hat-trick

Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala has mimicked Harry Kane's hat-trick celebration in the aftermath of the 4-0 win against Mainz on Wednesday.

1. FSV Mainz 05 v Borussia Mnchengladbach - Bundesliga

'The ref was wearing a Bayern jersey!' - Mainz star goes on tirade

Mainz defender Dominik Kohr has accused the referee of favouring Bayern Munich in their 4-0 loss to the Bavarian giants in the DFB-Pokal on Wednesday.

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