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SC Freiburg v Aston Villa FC - UEFA Europa League Final 2026

“How it generally went over the three years ...”: World Cup winner doubles down against Julian Nagelsmann

For Matthias Ginter, the season ended in May 2026 with two major sporting disappointments. Shortly after the defeat in the Europa League final, the SC Freiburg defender and 2014 World Cup winner learned that he had not been selected for the 2026 World Cup. In kicker, Ginter looks back on that period – and expresses clear criticism of the then Germany head coach Julian Nagelsmann.

Imminent transfer? Atubolu reportedly has three concrete offers

A transfer finally appears to be taking shape for Noah Atubolu.

Surprise! Transfer drama over Atubolu before the end?

Noah Atubolu has so far been one of the biggest losers of the transfer summer. Is everything now turning for the better?

The Atubolu drama is also down to a major adviser error

Anyone who is a goalkeeper and looking for a new club does not have it easy these days. Their relationship status with the transfer market is complicated. Noah Atubolu’s more than sobering summer so far serves as a prime example.

Will he be Klopp’s ideal solution to the Kimmich problem?

The fresh start in the Germany team with Jürgen Klopp could also be a great opportunity for a late developer to take the next step in his consistently built career.

Switzerland v Bosnia and Herzegovina: Group B - FIFA World Cup 2026

Manzambi to SNUB Newcastle! Villa 'finalising' transfer for Freiburg star

Aston Villa are close to completing a stunning move to sign Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, effectively hijacking a deal that Newcastle appeared to have sewn up at one stage. The Switzerland international is reportedly favouring a switch to Villa Park, and the deal is now being finalised ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.