German footballer, Bayern Munich and Germany international, regarded as one of the world's top attacking midfielders.
Germany hosts Greece in Augsburg as injuries force midfield and attacking reshuffles amid a Nations League schedule. Havertz and Musiala suffer injuries; Wirtz and Burkardt are called in. Xavi’s Spain and Klopp’s Germany both look to rebuild after the World Cup.
Switzerland has beaten Algeria 2-0 in a World Cup knockout match. Breel Embolo opened in the 10th minute after a Johan Manzambi run; Dan Ndoye doubled the lead within a minute of the second half after an Algerian clearance. Algeria pressed and made attacking changes but failed to score, ending their tournament while Switzerland advances to the last 16.
Morocco has beaten Canada 3-0 in Houston to reach the World Cup round of 16, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice (50', 82') and Soufiane Rahimi adding a stoppage-time third. Canada had early chances but could not convert; Morocco will play the winner of Paraguay v France in Boston on Thursday.
Several high-profile transfers across European football have reshaped squads this week, with notable deals including Ismael Saibari to Bayern and Cerci to Arsenal, and Grimaldo departing Leverkusen.
England suffers a 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the semi-final, with late goals from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez overturning an early lead from Anthony Gordon. England will play the bronze match against France; Kane contemplates the next steps in his international career as the team shifts focus to Nations League.
Germany has agreed on a contract with Jürgen Klopp to become head coach, with talks culminating in New York. The pact runs through the 2030 World Cup, following Nagelsmann's resignation after a penalty defeat to Paraguay. Klopp has not coached since 2024 and is returning after leading Red Bull’s global network.
Germany has appointed Jürgen Klopp as head coach through the 2030 World Cup, with a squad-wide overhaul and a new coaching team around Klopp. The move follows a disappointing World Cup exit and Nagelsmann’s resignation, and Klopp will lead Germany for Euro 2028 and the 2030 tournament.
The Bayern Munich forward Jamal Musiala has disclosed a temporary, treatable absence seizure diagnosis. Bayern confirms the condition was present before last season and is adjusting his treatment. Kompany says Musiala is making progress and will train individually as Bayern prepare for the Supercup and Bundesliga opener.
Harry Kane has extended his range and influence, dropping deeper and still scoring at a career-best rate as Bayern Munich and England contexts shift around him. Real Madrid’s Jude Bellingham and others also feature, highlighting a trend of stars expanding roles; the season’s start has underscored tactical evolution across top clubs.
City maintains a perfect start with a 1-0 win over Coventry. Haaland scores, Enzo Fernandez provides a timely debut assist, and Gianluigi Donnarumma makes crucial saves to preserve the lead. Coventry pressure intensifies but cannot find a leveller, leaving Lampard's side still searching for a first top-flight goal this season.
AfD has won about 44% in Saxony-Anhalt, raising the possibility it could form Germany’s first far-right state government since World War II. Minority communities fear renewed hostility as elections also loom in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. Parties across Germany assess the implications for democracy and policy.
Scotland’s Bowie has not represented his country since last October but is hoping to impress new Belgium coach Pocognoli ahead of an imminent squad announcement. He starred for Sassuolo in a dramatic win over Juventus, scoring late to swing a 2-1 result in a performance that could boost his international chances.
Arsenal have beaten Sunderland 2-1 after a dramatic second half. Bruno Guimarães scores from outside the area after a Le Fée saved penalty by David Raya, while Saka seals it with a stoppage-time penalty after Reinildo Mandava is sent off. Arsenal maintain perfect league start while Sunderland push for consistency.
Dortmund has won 1-0 away at Stuttgart, extending their 4-0 start to the season. Kovac’s side show defensive resolve and clinical finishing from Beier off the bench, hinting at a potential title push. Bayern remain top contenders with a narrow gap; Dortmund’s improvement signals a possible challenge this season.
Germany has named a 44-man squad split into two groups for Nations League fixtures in September and October. The move marks Jurgen Klopp’s first squad since taking over, with several debutants and notable omissions shaped by fitness and strategy.
Harry Kane has reached 100 Bundesliga goals, breaking Dieter Müller’s 1977 record. He scored a 39th-minute penalty and added a second in the 54th minute as Bayern Munich beat Cologne to go top of the table. Kane has averaged a Bundesliga goal every 78.5 minutes since joining in 2023, with 152 goals in 154 appearances.