Ribery signs new Bayern Munich contract after Instagram fail

The veteran winger has ended speculation regarding his future by putting pen to paper on a new one-year deal with the Bundesliga champions Franck Ribery has signed a new one-year deal with Bayern Munich, though the man himself originally jumped the gun on the official announcement. The France international was out of contract at the end …

Santos satisfied as Portugal reach Nations League Finals

The manager was glad to see his side reach the next stage after a draw with Italy Portugal coach Fernando Santos was left satisfied after his team moved into the Nations League Finals following a 0-0 draw with Italy. A point in Milan on Saturday was enough for the Euro 2016 champions to become the first …

Borussia Dortmund players expect Stoger to be replaced, says Rode

The BVB coach’s manner behind the scenes has led the midfielder to believe that he is set to leave the club. Borussia Dortmund midfielder Sebastian Rode added weight to reports Lucien Favre is set to take over from Peter Stoger at the club, saying the players “fully expect to have a new coach next season”. …

Muller hints at possible Bayern Munich exit

He has spent his whole career at Bayern Munich, but Thomas Muller has suggested his head could be turned by an “attractive” new challenge. Bayern Munich forward Thomas Muller hinted he could be tempted by a move away from the Bundesliga champions. The 28-year-old has played for Bayern for his entire career and is contracted …

Birthday boy Neuer runs laps as World Cup comeback bid continues

The World Cup is due to start in Russia in June, and the Germany No.1 still has a chance of being there as his rehabilitation continued on Tuesday Bayern Munich’s Manuel Neuer has started running laps outside on his 32nd birthday as the Germany goalkeeper seeks to return to full fitness ahead of the World …

Dalic to speak with Lovren about Ramos comments

The Croatia defender appeared to mock the Real Madrid man while celebrating his country’s 3-2 Nations League win over Spain on Thursday Croatia boss Zlatko Dalic says he will speak privately to Dejan Lovren over comments he made about Sergio Ramos. Lovren appeared to take aim at Spain captain Ramos in the aftermath of Croatia’s …

'It's 2018 guys' – Furious Batshuayi slams UEFA after racism charge dropped

‘It’s just monkey noise who cares’, was the Dortmund star’s ironic take on the decision not to pursue charges against the Serie A side Michy Batshuayi has criticised UEFA after European football’s governing body dropped racism charges against Atalanta. The Borussia Dortmund striker, on loan at the club from Chelsea, accused Atalanta fans of racially …

'Ridiculous & ungrateful' Dembele blasted over Barcelona move by Weidenfeller

The France international has drawn criticism from a former team-mate over the manner in which he forced through a departure from Borussia Dortmund Roman Weidenfeller says an ungrateful Ousmane Dembele had “no manners” when he forced a move from Borussia Dortmund to Barcelona. France international Dembele excelled in his sole season at Signal Iduna Park, …

Muller and Hummels still important for Germany, says Low

Joachim Low praised Thomas Muller’s selflessness on the eve of his 100th Germany cap and reaffirmed his faith in the squad’s veterans. Germany coach Joachim Low has vowed to keep seasoned leaders Thomas Muller and Mats Hummels in his plans for the future following his side’s ignominious relegation from the top tier of the Nations …

Neuer backed for World Cup role despite Bayern absence

Bayern Munich coach Jupp Heynckes believes goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has a good chance of recovering in time for the World Cup. Manuel Neuer has not played since September but Bayern Munich coach Jupp Heynckes believes the goalkeeper can be ready to go to the World Cup with Germany. Neuer is still recovering from a foot …