Bayern Munich director of sales and marketing Rouven Kasper believes the global appeal of Germany's showpiece fixture against Borussia Dortmund now rivals Spain's famous showdown between Real Madrid and Barcelona. The two Bundesliga heavyweights meet at the Allianz Arena on Saturday evening, locked together on 17 points at the top.
Harry Kane has officially ended England's long wait for a Ballon d'Or winner, but the full voting breakdown reveals just how close the Bayern Munich striker came to missing out. The former Tottenham talisman secured the prestigious Golden Ball in London, edging out his nearest rival, Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe, in a nail-biting finish.
Bayern Munich interim manager Aaron Danks praised Borussia Dortmund's defensive stability ahead of Saturday's clash at the Allianz Arena. Danks also offered updates on Joshua Kimmich's fitness and backed teenage midfielder Lennart Karl to handle the pressure.
Relive the 2012 DFB Cup final where Borussia Dortmund dismantled Bayern Munich to secure their first-ever domestic double. It was a night defined by clinical finishing and the arrival of a new power in German football.
Thierry Henry has heaped praise on Harry Kane following the striker's historic Ballon d'Or triumph, labelling him the perfect example of a complete player. The legendary forward also commended Arsenal star Bukayo Saka after he was recognised with the Socrates award for his off-pitch endeavours.
Bayern Munich assistant coach Aaron Danks has outlined his focus ahead of Saturday's Der Klassiker against Borussia Dortmund while head coach Vincent Kompany continues his recovery. Danks confirmed that technical staff have been strictly instructed not to discuss football with Kompany.
Borussia Dortmund are preparing for a massive top-of-the-table showdown against Bayern Munich this weekend as both sides look to break their current deadlock at the summit. Head coach Niko Kovac has acknowledged the significant threat posed by the record champions, specifically highlighting the form of their star forward.
Arsenal could face a massive fight to keep hold of their talismanic captain Martin Odegaard amid reports of interest from German giants Bayern Munich. The Norwegian playmaker has been instrumental in the Gunners' recent resurgence, but suggestions of a potential move to the Allianz Arena have sparked concern in north London.
After a bright end to last season, the 18-year-old endured a horrific start to the current one but their remains hope that he will prove himself at Signal-Iduna Park
Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane has revealed that a pre-planned rest rather than excessive celebrations kept him on the bench during Wednesday night's emphatic 6-1 DFB-Pokal victory over Magdeburg. Having lifted the Ballon d'Or in London on Monday evening, the 33-year-old England captain watched on as an unused substitute in midweek.
Scally has three goals in seven games for last-place Gladbach. Can he help his club avoid relegation and earn a USMNT recall amid a crowded field of talented right backs?
Bayern Munich chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen has confidently predicted that winger Michael Olise will win the Ballon d'Or during his career. The French forward is enjoying a brilliant season in Germany, having recorded an impressive tally of 12 goals across all competitions this season.
Brighton & Hove Albion are closely monitoring rising Juventus attacker Adin Licina following his impressive start to the season on loan in Italy's second tier. Fabian Hurzeler's side face stiff competition from Bundesliga outfit RB Leipzig and domestic rivals as they weigh up a potential winter approach for the German teenager.
Harry Kane has revealed his plans to treat his Bayern Munich and England colleagues to special gifts following his historic Ballon d'Or triumph in London. The 33-year-old striker enjoyed an incredible 2026, scoring a combined 73 goals for club and country to claim football's most prestigious individual prize.
Harry Kane has addressed the growing speculation regarding a potential knighthood after becoming the first Englishman in 25 years to win the Ballon d'Or. The Bayern Munich striker admitted that while the honour would be life-changing, he remains grounded amidst the national frenzy.
Vincent Kompany has been discharged from hospital, five days after collapsing at Bayern Munich's training ground on Friday. Max Eberl has now revealed that the head coach's condition was diagnosed as meningeal irritation, and while no timescale has been set for his return, Bayern's board member for sport is confident he will be back to full fitness very soon.
Harry Kane's wife Kate has shared an emotional Instagram tribute to the England captain after he was crowned the world's best player at the Ballon d'Or ceremony in London on Monday night. Kate told her husband he deserves the award "more than anything", while the Bayern Munich striker had already used his acceptance speech to thank his childhood sweetheart and their four children.
Thierry Henry has fiercely defended his performance as host of the recent Ballon d'Or ceremony following a wave of social media backlash. The Arsenal and France legend found himself at the centre of several controversies after his interactions with Lamine Yamal and co-host Kate Scott divided opinion among viewers.
Vincent Kompany is believed to have dislocated his shoulder after collapsing at Bayern Munich's training ground, with doctors ruling out a heart attack and stroke. The Bayern boss remains in hospital as tests continue, while Ballon d'Or winner Harry Kane has revealed that his manager phoned him on Monday and insisted he is feeling good and on the mend.
Bayern Munich chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen has backed French winger Michael Olise to win a future Ballon d'Or as the German giants prepare fresh contract discussions. The Bavarian hierarchy are eager to tie down their prized playmaker beyond his existing 2029 deal after seeing off transfer interest from Real Madrid during the summer.
Former Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has paid a glowing tribute to ex-Spurs colleague Harry Kane after the Bayern Munich striker lifted the 2026 Ballon d'Or in London on Monday night. Having shared a dressing room for a decade in north London, the French veteran praised the England captain's complete game and grounded personality.
