Werder Bremen striker Niclas Fullkrug sparked a major stir following his side’s narrow 1-0 defeat to VfB Stuttgart on Saturday evening. The veteran forward, who had been in sensational form heading into the clash, reacted furiously during a post-match media commitment when the conversation shifted away from the pitch.
Manuel Neuer's difficult season continued as he suffered a recurring foot injury and made another glaring error during Bayern Munich's 2-1 victory over Mainz. The veteran goalkeeper was forced off before half-time, raising fresh concerns over his physical condition and form.
Two long-range strikes from Felix Nmecha earned Borussia Dortmund a hard-fought 2-1 win over promoted Elversberg, keeping Niko Kovac's side level on points with Bayern Munich and unbeaten in the Bundesliga this season.
Bayern Munich maintained their lead at the top of the Bundesliga with a professional 2-1 victory over Mainz 05 at the MEWA Arena. Clinical finishes from Joshua Kimmich and Lennart Karl proved decisive as the Bavarian giants dominated possession and territory throughout.