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 …

Who is Yussuf Poulsen? Keita's Liverpool-supporting team-mate who wants Premier League move

The RB Leipzig forward has repeatedly expressed a desire to move to England, but who is the Danish forward known more for tackling than goalscoring? When RB Leipzig head coach Ralph Hasenhuttl appeared on German late night chat show ARD last year, the tactician impressed viewers with his excellent piano playing. One person who was …

In flux but unstoppable – Bayern too strong for the Bundesliga

Sacking coaches, uncertainty around star players, Bayern are nonetheless streets ahead again in on the home front having wrapped up the title today There can be no sweeter feeling for Bayern Munich today than winning a Bundesliga title – a sixth in succession – especially considering last week’s shattering 6-0 defeat of Borussia Dortmund. That would …

Man Utd & Bayern target Werner: I need to leave RB Leipzig to become 'world class'

The Germany striker is aware that he will need to leave his current surroundings in order to fulfil his potential, much like team-mate Naby Keita Timo Werner has offered hope to Manchester United and Bayern Munich by admitting that he needs to leave RB Leipzig in order to fulfil his potential. The 22-year-old, who will …