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Much to Musiala’s chagrin, a Bayern star has completely reinvented himself and is now making life difficult for Kompany. The player, whose name is being withheld, has overhauled hi

Serge Gnabry’s latest display against Real Madrid proved that the “Bestia Negra” tag still suits him. The winger is flourishing in his new role, which is great news for Bayern Munich and the German national team as they fine-tune their World Cup plans. However, Gnabry’s form presents a fresh selection headache for coach Hansi Flick, and it means young Jamal Musiala now faces stiffer competition for a starting berth. Gnabry’s ability to operate on either wing, cut inside onto his stronger left foot, and strike from distance has long been a feature of his game, but recent performances suggest he is now more clinical in the final third. His understanding with centre-forward Harry Kane is particularly striking: the pair’s movement off the ball creates space for each other, and their combined work rate presses defenders into errors. Against Madrid, Gnabry’s direct running forced full-back Dani Carvajal into a series of fouls, earning yellow cards and setting the stage for Bayern’s eventual

Henry explains why 'people don't understand' Olise

France legend Thierry Henry has offered a fascinating insight into the unique talent of Michael Olise, claiming the winger operates on a mental plane that many struggle to comprehend. The Bayern Munich star was in inspired form during his team's 2-1 win against Real Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie, once again proving why he is considered one of Europe's elite attackers.

Borussia Dortmund v Real Madrid CF - UEFA Champions League Final 2023/24

Dortmund confirm interest in Sancho homecoming transfer

Borussia Dortmund have officially confirmed their interest in re-signing Jadon Sancho as a free agent when his Manchester United contract expires this June. The Bundesliga giants are exploring a third stint for the 26-year-old winger, though any potential homecoming would require the attacker to accept a substantial reduction in his current salary.

Budget and targets: Bayern’s rumoured transfer plans As the transfer window approaches, speculation is swirling around FC Bayern Munich’s summer blueprint. While the club’s hierarc

Despite what has been an outstanding season so far, planning at FC Bayern for the coming campaign is already in full swing, with the club’s hierarchy determined to maintain its domestic dominance and enhance its European credentials. Two specific areas of concern are set to be addressed. First, the club is exploring options to reinforce the defence, where injuries and age have raised questions about long-term solidity. A young, ball-playing centre-back who can slot into the team’s high-line strategy is reported to be a priority, with scouts monitoring several candidates across Europe. The aim is to provide a long-term partner for Niklas Süle and ease the burden on the experienced pair of Jérôme Boateng and David Alaba. Second, Bayern’s midfield requires fresh legs. With Thiago’s future uncertain and Joshua Kimmich occasionally overloaded, the club is weighing up creative, box-to-box profiles who can drive play from deep and free up Thomas Müller to roam in his preferred No.10 role. A d

A summer farewell? VfB reportedly sets a price tag for Stiller

VfB Stuttgart appears to be taking precautionary measures in anticipation of national team player Angelo Stiller leaving next summer.

Diaz insists leaving Liverpool for Bayern was 'right choice'

Luis Diaz has expressed his absolute conviction in his decision to swap Liverpool for Bayern Munich last summer following a match-winning performance at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Colombian forward opened the scoring as the Bundesliga leaders secured a 2-1 first-leg advantage over Real Madrid in their Champions League quarter-final tie, taking his remarkable season tally to 41 goal involvements.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Levski Sofia		28	21	3	4	62	21	41	66	D W W W L
2	Ludogorets Razgrad		28	17	8	3	57	19	38	59	W W W W W
3	CSKA Sofia	0 - 0	29	15	8	6	41	22	19	53	D W W L W
4	CSKA 1948		28	16	5	7	45	31	14	53	L W W D W
5	Lokomotiv Plovdiv		28	11	11	6	29	32	-3	44	W W W L L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Levski Sofia

D
W
W
W
L

Ludogorets Razgrad

W
W
W
W
W

CSKA Sofia

0 - 0

D
W
W
L
W

CSKA 1948

L
W
W
D
W

Lokomotiv Plovdiv

-3

W
W
W
L
L

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Bundesliga titles?

Bayern Munich are the most decorated team in the history of Bundesliga with 32 top-flight titles to their name. Their most recent title came in the 2022-23 season, which was their 11th straight league title.

How many teams are in the Bundesliga?

There are 18 teams in the current format of the Bundesliga. Bundesliga, as we know it today, was formed in 1962 with the 1963-64 season being the first-ever season. It began with 16 teams, but was expanded to 18 teams ahead of the 1965-66 season.

Who has made the most Bundesliga appearances ever?

Karl-Heinz 'Charly' Korbel, with 602 appearances to his name, holds the record for making the most appearances in Bundesliga history. The defender achieved this feat with just one club: Eintracht Frankfurt.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Bundesliga?

Gerd Muller, inarguably the greatest German forward of all-time, is Bundesliga's all-time leading goalscorer with 365 goals to his name in 427 appearances. All his goals came in a Bayern Munich jersey.

Who has the most assists in the history of the Bundesliga?

Bayern Munich legend Thomas Muller has registered the most assists in Bundesliga history, with 207 and counting.

Who is the oldest player ever in the Bundesliga and how old was he?

Former German defender Klaus Fitchel is the oldest player ever to play in the Bundesliga. Fitchel was aged 43 years and 184 days when he played for Schalke on the final matchday of the 1987-88 campaign.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Bundesliga and how old was he?

Borussia Dortmund wonderkid Youssoufa Moukoko, at 16 years and one day, became the youngest player in Bundesliga history to play in the league, when he came on for Erling Haaland in the 2020-21 season in a game against Hertha Berlin.

Which famous players have played in the Bundesliga?

Robert Lewandowski, Marco Reus, Ilkay Gundogan, Stefan Effenberg, Toni Kroos, Gerd Muller, Franz Beckenbauer, Manuel Neuer, Antonio Rudiger, and Arjen Robben are some of the most famous players to have played in the Bundesliga.

Which famous managers have managed in the Bundesliga?

Xabi Alonso, Pep Guardiola, Carlo Ancelotti, Jurgen Klopp, Julian Nagelsmann, Jupp Heynckes, Ralf Rangnick, Thomas Tuchel, Otto Rehhagel, Matthias Sammer, and Giovanni Trapattoni are some of the most famous managers to have managed a Bundesliga club.

What is the biggest stadium in the Bundesliga?

Borussia Dortmund's electrifying stadium Signal Iduna Park is the biggest stadium in the Bundesliga with a capacity of 81.365.

Who is the most expensive player in the history of the Bundesliga?

Harry Kane's €95 million move from Tottenham Hotspur to Bayern Munich in 2023 is Bundesliga's most expensive transfer of all-time.