Bayern Munich will not be afraid of mounting interest in Michael Olise, Bacary Sagna has told GOAL, as the Bundesliga giants “don’t shake when they see money”. The talented France international is said to have attracted admiring glances from Real Madrid, among others, but those at the Allianz Arena have no intention of sanctioning a big-money sale.
Son Heung-min has opened up about his journey from South Korea to Europe as a teenager. Appearing on The Late Run podcast, the forward recalled moving to Hamburg at 16 and using animated television show SpongeBob SquarePants to learn the German language.
SC Freiburg sit atop the Bundesliga table following their 1-0 win at SC Paderborn. Julian Schuster's side lead Borussia Dortmund and SV Elversberg on goal difference, with match-winner Maximilian Eggestein and Schuster emphasizing the mental toughness behind their perfect start.
Manuel Neuer praised Loris Karius for a brilliant Man of the Match display that saw newly promoted Schalke hold Bayern Munich to a remarkable 0-0 stalemate on Saturday. The 33-year-old's fingertip heroics prevented Bayern from finding the net for the first time in 59 competitive games, ending the Bavarian giants' two-year unbroken run at the summit.
Borussia Dortmund produced a stunning second-half fightback from two goals down to secure a dramatic 3-2 victory against Hoffenheim on Saturday. Head coach Niko Kovac acknowledged that his side was fortunate to secure all three points, but the spirited turnaround maintains Die Schwarzgelben's perfect start to the new Bundesliga campaign.
Vincent Kompany has moved to defend his decision to leave Harry Kane and Michael Olise on the bench during Bayern Munich's frustrating 0-0 draw against Schalke. The stalemate in Gelsenkirchen proved costly for the German giants, as it brought an end to an incredible scoring streak that had spanned over a year of competitive action.
Vincent Kompany has hit out at reports suggesting he was at loggerheads with the Bayern Munich hierarchy over the club's summer transfer business. The Belgian coach took aim at claims that he demanded further investment following a significant spending spree, dismissing the speculation as AI-generated fiction.
Jamal Musiala is poised to make a highly anticipated return to the Bayern Munich matchday squad for Saturday’s Bundesliga encounter with Schalke 04. The German international has been sidelined since the start of the 2026-27 campaign following a series of alarming health incidents during the club's summer preparations.
German second-tier outfit VfL Osnabruck produced a breathtaking contender for the greatest tifo in football history during Wednesday's cup tie against Bayern Munich. The home supporters unveiled an incredible functioning rollercoaster structure that travelled across the terrace, capturing global attention despite their eventual first-round exit.
FIFA's latest International Transfer Snapshot has revealed a record-breaking summer window for both men's and women's football following the 2026 World Cup. English clubs led the way in global spending, as over 12,500 international transfers were registered in the men's game alone, totalling a staggering $9.89 billion.
Bosnia and Herzegovina legend Edin Dzeko has officially confirmed his intention to retire from international football, bringing the curtain down on a historic career. The Schalke forward, who has remained a talismanic figure for his country well into his veteran years, will bow out following a final appearance next month.
Bayern Munich manager Vincent Kompany has revealed that Jamal Musiala could make his competitive return against Schalke in the Bundesliga this weekend. However, the Belgian head coach insists he will not pressure the German international following his recent frightening episodes with absence seizures during pre-season.
Newcastle United and Aston Villa are reportedly planning to reignite their pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen forward Christian Kofane in January. Both Premier League clubs failed to land the 20-year-old before the deadline but remain keen on securing his signature.
Bayern Munich winger Luis Diaz has thrown his support behind Harry Kane to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. The Colombian international praised his formidable attacking partner after the pair helped Vincent Kompany's side avoid a shock defeat in the DFB-Pokal. Following a spectacular individual campaign, Kane is now being tipped for football's ultimate individual prize.
Harry Kane has come close to matching Robert Lewandowski’s single season Bundesliga goal record, but Dietmar Hamann has explained to GOAL why making history on that front may be a case of Mission Impossible for Bayern Munich’s prolific striker. The England international has reached 36 efforts on a couple of occasions, but is still some way short of a remarkable milestone.
Renato Sanches has reportedly ended his Paris Saint-Germain nightmare by tearing up his contract in the final hours of the summer transfer window. The Portuguese midfielder departs the French capital as a free agent following a disastrous four-year spell plagued by injuries and unsuccessful loan moves across Europe.
For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window once again proved to be exceptionally busy, with some huge names making big-money moves all the way up to Deadline Day on September 1.
Rising American winger Mathis Albert was the subject of loan interest during the summer transfer window, sources tell GOAL, but Borussia Dortmund opted to keep hold of the teenage starlet due to their plans for him with the first team. Albert made his professional debut for Dortmund last season and started for the club on Tuesday in the DFB-Pokal.
Arsenal have finalised a season-long loan move for Ethan Nwaneri to join Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund on Deadline Day. The highly-rated midfielder heads to Germany in search of regular first-team minutes after finding opportunities limited at the Emirates Stadium. The deal does not include a permanent purchase option, meaning he will return to London next summer.
RB Leipzig have confirmed the permanent signing of Marc Guiu from Chelsea as the Bundesliga side continues its tradition of recruiting the finest young talents in European football. The 20-year-old striker arrives in Germany following a turbulent period at Stamford Bridge, where he struggled to maintain a regular place in a congested first-team squad.
Eintracht Frankfurt winger Ritsu Doan has dramatically called off a €17 million transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad. The 28-year-old Japan international rejected personal terms at the final hurdle and has returned to Germany, opting to continue his career in the Bundesliga.
Tottenham Hotspur prospect Mikey Moore has completed a season-long loan move to Bundesliga side FC Koln following a prolific spell at Rangers. The 19-year-old winger registered seven goals and four assists during his time in Scotland, and he now heads to Germany to gain further top-flight first-team experience across the 2026-27 campaign.
Igor Matanovic has broken his silence regarding speculation linking him with a surprising transfer move to either Manchester United or Tottenham Hotspur. The towering Freiburg striker is currently enjoying a scintillating run of form, and he insists that his complete focus remains solely on delivering in the Bundesliga for Julian Schuster’s side.
Borussia Dortmund have formalised their interest in Arsenal starlet Ethan Nwaneri as they look to bolster their attacking options before the transfer deadline. The Bundesliga giants are pushing for a season-long loan for the 19-year-old, who has found first-team opportunities limited at the Emirates Stadium this season.
Jamal Musiala has been told to “get healthy” before worrying about his form for Bayern Munich and Germany, with Dietmar Hamann explaining to GOAL how football will “take care of itself” as the 23-year-old manages a “neurological dysfunction” condition. He suffered two on-field collapses during pre-season and will be given all the support he requires at the Allianz Arena before a return to competitive action is made.
Nick Woltemade poses a transfer “problem” for Newcastle, with Dietmar Hamann explaining to GOAL what the “best solution” for the German striker could be ahead of the summer deadline passing. The towering frontman has only spent 12 months at St James’ Park, following a big-money move, but could soon bid farewell to Tyneside and the Premier League.
Juventus have identified Newcastle United forward Nick Woltemade as a surprise target in the final stages of the summer transfer window. The Bianconeri are reshaping their attack and could turn to the German youth international as they look to bolster their offensive options under the new project in Turin.
Chelsea striker Marc Guiu is closing in on a permanent transfer to Bundesliga side RB Leipzig after being excluded from Xabi Alonso's squad. The 20-year-old forward is expected to leave Stamford Bridge following a frustrating campaign hampered by limited league minutes.
Reigning champions Bayern Munich initiated their Bundesliga title defence with an emphatic 5-1 victory over Stuttgart at the Allianz Arena. Vincent Kompany's rampant side swiftly recovered from a momentary second-half equaliser, scoring four unanswered goals to extend their remarkable run of avoiding defeat in opening league matches since 2011.
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