Hannover 96 news

After just 81 days! Schmadtke and H96 part ways

Second-tier side Hannover 96 and Jörg Schmadtke are parting ways after just 81 days.

Goretzka's successor? Bayern set to make a transfer decision

FC Bayern Munich have already found a potential replacement for Leon Goretzka and secured a transfer at a bargain price.

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Bayern trigger Aseko buy-back option

Bayern Munich have exercised their right to bring Noel Aseko back to Bavaria after a successful spell with Hannover. While the Lower Saxony club had moved to trigger their €1 million purchase option, the club held a superior agreement to reclaim the talented player for €2.5m, according to reports.

Ex-USMNT starlet Soto retires at the age of 25

Sebastian Soto, who was once billed as a future superstar for the USMNT, has announced his retirement from football at the age of 25. A statement on Instagram has confirmed that the California native will be hanging up his boots. His is a story of unfulfilled promise, with the former striker - who earned two senior international caps - failing to deliver on his potential.

15 fun facts about Allan Saint-Maximin

Everything you need to know about Newcastle United maverick Allan Saint-Maximin!

‘Nice rumour’ could see Liverpool land ex-Man Utd keeper

Liverpool are said to be in the market for a back-up goalkeeper, with Hannover welcoming the “nice rumour” linking Ron-Robert Zieler with the Reds.

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Hannover vs Dortmund: TV, live stream & kick-off time

A big knockout clash is on the cards this week - here's everything you need to know...

Ralf Rangnick: Teams coached, trophies won & philosophy explained

If you're wondering what sort of coach the German is and what success he has enjoyed, read on...

USMNT legend Cherundolo open to U.S. return as MLS coach

The 'Mayor of Hannover' has spend two decades in Germany but, having spoken with several clubs, he's hoping to come home soon

Dilemma for German football as Dresden squad enters quarantine

Following two positive coronavirus tests, the 2. Bundesliga side have announced they will not be able to fulfill their fixture against Hannover

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The next wave of USMNT stars set to break through in Europe

The growing pool of talented American youngsters gives reason for hope, and there are several talented prospects that look set to take the next step

Thiago welcomes Dembele's potential arrival at Bayern

The Spaniard would like to see the Frenchman complete a switch to the Allianz Arena this summer, having witnessed his talent up close

Bayern chief: Selling Kroos may have been a mistake

The German club sold midfielder in 2014 shortly after he helped Germany to win the World Cup in Brazil

'Great if Bayern sign Sane' - Dortmund chief

Dortmund missed out to Bayern by two points in the Bundesliga title race this season, despite leading the way for much of the campaign

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Bundesliga Team of the Season, starring Reus & Sancho

Bayern Munich narrowly lifted the league title, but faced stiff competition from a brave Borussia Dortmund side

Ribery to leave Bayern at end of the season

Ribery has won eight Bundesliga titles and the 2013 Champions League since joining the club in 2007

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USMNT vs Portugal Predictions: USMNT to slip to back-to-back losses

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'James Rodriguez needs to leave Bayern'

The Colombian has not been afforded the amount of playing time that matches his talent, according to the 50-year-old

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U.S. youth international Gloster victim of racism in U-23 match

The full-back, while featuring for Hannover’s reserve side, was subjected to monkey chants by visiting supporters of Lubeck

Who is Chris Gloster? The USMNT left back of the future

The U.S. Under-20 national team defender is one of several young Americans developing in Germany, and could be the USMNT answer at left back one day

Liverpool fan Poulsen dreams of playing in the PL

The Denmark forward is in the form of his life in front of goal and sees England's top division as an ideal destination later in his career

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Reus and Gotze break six-year drought in latest BVB win

Not since January 2013 had the two BVB forwards managed to score in the same game, back when Jurgen Klopp still ruled the roost

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'They must like me a little bit!' - Pulisic excited for Chelsea chance

The winger recently completed a major move to the Premier League, but he's focused on success in Germany first

WATCH LIVE: Mertesacker's farewell game

The Arsenal and Germany legend is hosting a homecoming game at his first club in Hannover with two star-studded lineups taking part

'Brazil call-up the chance of a lifetime'

The 23-year-old midfielder has overcome a difficult period in Germany to regain his form at Hannover and is now eyeing a long-term Selecao future

U.S. striker Wood joins Hannover on season-long loan

The 25-year-old joins the Bundesliga side after a difficult season with Hamburg in which he scored just three goals in total

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‘We don’t want to sell Wendell’ – Voller fires warning to PSG

If Bayer Leverkusen are to part with their left-back, they are set to make the Ligue 1 side pay well in excess of €30 million

Frequently asked questions

Andries 'Pele Pele' Mkhwanazi and Bethuel Mokgosinyana are considered the founding fathers of the club which was formed in 1937.

Dr Irvin Khoza took over as club secretary and owner in 1991.

The club plays home fixtures at Orlando Stadium in Soweto with the ground being owned by the City of Johannesburg.

They are known by several nicknames, including: The Sea Robbers, The Bucs, Happy People and Buccaneers.

33 official domestic trophies plus one Caf Champions League (1995) and one Caf Super Cup (1996).

Nine times under different auspices. PSL (4), NSL (1), NPSL (4).

Happy Jele made 401 appearances for the club

Bendict Vilakazi scored 52 goals for the club.

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