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Como reach Europe for first time EVER as Fabregas' stock soars again

Cesc Fabregas has led Como to a historic achievement, securing European football for the first time in the club's history after a 1-0 win over Hellas Verona. The milestone comes exactly two years after their promotion to Serie A. With his managerial stock rising rapidly, Fabregas' success in Italy continues to fuel rumours of a potential return to his former club Chelsea.

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Man Utd, Juve and AC Milan track Affengruber

Elche defender David Affengruber has emerged as a shock summer transfer target for several of Europe's biggest clubs following his impressive debut season in La Liga. The 25-year-old Austrian has caught the eye of giants in England, Italy, and Spain after becoming a cornerstone of the Franjiverdes' backline.

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Davis accuses Dossena of 'cowardly' racial abuse

Keinan Davis has sparked a major controversy in Serie A after accusing Cagliari’s Alberto Dossena of directing a racial slur toward him during Saturday's clash. The Udinese striker hit out at the defender on social media following the match, calling for league officials to take decisive action against the alleged abuse.

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Napoli to sign Hojlund from Man Utd

Napoli are ready to solidify their commitment to Rasmus Hojlund by making his loan move from Manchester United permanent this summer. Despite a recent dip in goalscoring form, the Partenopei hierarchy remain fully convinced by the Danish international's long-term potential under Antonio Conte.

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Revealed: Inter ready to ABANDON transfer move for Spurs star

Inter are reportedly considering a dramatic U-turn regarding their pursuit of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Despite having already reached a personal agreement with the Italy international, the Nerazzurri are now weighing up whether to scrap the deal entirely in favour of an internal solution.

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Drake-backed investor group buys stake in newly promoted Venezia

Tim Leiweke, who has held prominent roles with two MLS franchises and a rich portfolio of sports brands, has invested more than $100 million into newly promoted Venezia after being introduced to the club's ownership by rapper Drake. The American businessman, alongside his daughter Francesca Bodie, will take prominent roles at the club following its return to Serie A.

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Martinez issues strong response to transfer speculation

Inter captain Lautaro Martinez has emphatically shut down any talk of a move away from San Siro, insisting he has no intention of entertaining interest from Europe’s biggest clubs. Despite perennial links to the likes of Barcelona, Manchester United and Arsenal, the Argentine forward remains fully invested in the project in Milan.

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Pulisic breaks silence on split from pro golfer girlfriend Melton

USMNT talisman Christian Pulisic has rarely been one to invite the cameras into his private life, preferring to let his industrious performances on the pitch do the talking. However, ahead of a potentially career-defining home World Cup, the AC Milan forward has finally addressed the end of his relationship with professional golfer Alexa Melton.

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‘Fall apart’ - Chelsea warned off Fabregas appointment

Chelsea have been warned off appointing Cesc Fabregas as their next manager, with the former Blues star considered to be in need of more experience as his current Como side have a tendency to “fall apart” in big games. Tony Dorigo has explained to GOAL why an alternative option would be better at Stamford Bridge for now, allowing a familiar World Cup winner to retrace steps to west London at some point further down the line.

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BDO Power Rankings: Dembele & Rice climb as Kane hopes hit

With the Lionel Messi-Cristiano Ronaldo duopoly presumably disappearing into the rearview mirror, the battle for the Ballon d'Or hasn't felt so open for the best part of 20 years, with countless players now beginning each campaign believing they have a chance of claiming the most prestigious individual prize football has to offer. Ousmane Dembele emerged from a career plagued by injuries and inconsistencies to win the Golden Ball in 2025, and he is among a crowded field of contenders one year on.

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A way back for Lukaku? Agent says Conte could end Napoli striker's exile

Romelu Lukaku has officially returned to Napoli’s training base following a month-long absence that sparked intense speculation regarding his future under Antonio Conte. The Belgian forward, who has been sidelined during a difficult period for the club, now faces the challenge of reintegrating into a squad led by a manager known for his uncompromising standards.

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Conte wants Napoli stay but must meet demands

Antonio Conte’s future at Napoli has once again come under the spotlight as the Italian manager and club president Aurelio De Laurentiis prepare for a decisive summit. While the former Juventus and Inter boss is reportedly happy in Naples, any long-term commitment will depend on both parties reaching a complex agreement over the club's sporting direction.

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Allegri holds emergency Milan meeting as UCL hopes fade

AC Milan face a crucial juncture in their season following a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Sassuolo on Sunday. With just three Serie A matches remaining, their grip on a Champions League spot is slipping. Manager Massimiliano Allegri has confronted his squad at Milanello, demanding a massive shift in mentality to secure their top-four finish and save the campaign.

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Sarri calls for resignations as Lazio coach threatens to boycott Roma game

Lazio boss Maurizio Sarri has launched a scathing attack on Serie A organisers, threatening to boycott the upcoming Derby della Capitale against Roma due to a controversial lunchtime kick-off. The veteran coach has called for immediate resignations within the league's hierarchy, labelling the scheduling an insult to both Rome-based clubs and their respective fanbases.

Frequently asked questions

Koln, Arminia Bielefeld, and Bochum hold the record of winning the 2. Bundesliga titles the most number of times with four each to their name. FC St. Pauli won the 2. Bundesliga at the end of the 2023-24 campaign, their first title in Germany's second division.

Currently, there are 18 teams contesting in the 2. Bundesliga. Since its inception in 1974 till 1994, there were two divisions of 20 clubs, with 10 clubs in each division. However, since 1994-95, 18 teams contest for the 2. Bundesliga title in the traditional league format.

Willi Landgraf, a former German defender, holds the record for making the most 2. Bundesliga appearances. Landgraf appeared in 508 games in the league and played for Rot-Weiss Essen, Homburg, Gutersloh, and Alemannia Aachen.

Simon Terodde, who recently played for Schalke, is the leading goalscorer of all-time in 2. Bundesliga. The lanky German striker scored 177 goals in 311 games and represented Bochum, Schalke, Stuttgart, Hamburger, Union Berlin, and Duisburg.

Former German goalkeeper Peter Eich is the oldest player to feature in a 2. Bundesliga game, achieving the feat at the age of 44 years and 330 days in May 2006.

Turkish midfielder Efe-Kaan Sihlaroglu was just 16 years and 142 days old when he made his debut for Karlsruher against Hannover in 2021, thus making him the youngest player ever in the 2. Bundesliga.

Rudi Voller, Simon Terodde, Ottmar Hitzfeld, and Niclas Fullkrug are among the most famous players to have played in 2. Bundesliga.

Friedhelm Funkel, Ralph Hassenhuttl, Ralf Rangnick, and Klaus Augenthaler are among the most renowned managerial names in 2. Bundesliga history.

Berlin's Olympstadion, which is home to Hertha BSC, is the biggest stadium in 2. Bundesliga with a capacity of 74,475. It is Germany's second-biggest football stadium after Borussia Dortmund's Signal Iduna Park.

Davie Selke is the most expensive 2. Bundesliga signing of all-time. Selke was bought for €8 million from Werden Bremen by RB Leipzig in 2015.