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US Open: Kerber and Zverev beat the heat to reach round two
Angelique Kerber brushed off scorching temperatures and an early wobble to beat Russia’s Margarita Gasparyan and reach the second round of the US Open. Alexander Zverev also impressed with a straight sets win of his own.Kerber was the second of three German players slated for the Louis Armstrong Stadium on day 2 of the Open …
From the stands to the streets: What does Chemnitz violence have to do with football?
On Sunday and Monday evening, right-wing extremists marched through the eastern German city of Chemnitz. The ringleaders of the movement have well-established links to the local football hooligan scene, as DW explains.”Our city — our rules,” began the Sunday morning Facebook post from Kaotic Chemnitz, a football hooligan group categorized as “extreme right-wing” by Saxony …
Ilkay Gündogan ‘still proud to play for Germany’
Ilkay Gündogan has said he intends to continue to play for the national team despite the racism that he experienced after meeting with the Turkish president. He also said that Joachim Löw is the right coach for Germany.In an interview published in newspapers that belong to the Funke Medien Gruppe on Tuesday, Manchester City midfielder …
EFA unlikely to approve Salah’s demands as dispute reignited over image rights
Salah reignited his long-standing row with EFA, when on Sunday he expressed his frustration with association
Why Schalke and Sebastian Rudy are a perfect match
After struggling to break into the Bayern Munich first team, German international Sebastian Rudy has chosen Schalke over RB Leipzig. DW’s Matt Ford explains why it’s a good move for all parties.Schalke received deserved plaudits following last season’s second-place finish. After the departures of Leon Goretzka, Max Meyer and Thilo Kehrer however, the Royal Blues …
Son Heung-min a step closer to military service reprieve
His goal helped knock Germany out of the World Cup, but for Son Heung-min the Asian Games could have a greater impact. The South Korean forward must lead his country to victory to earn a reprieve from military service.One of three nominated overage players in his country’s squad for the under-23 tournament, Son laid on …
US Open: Angelique Kerber and Alexander Zverev lead German hopes in New York
After her Wimbledon triumph, Angelique Kerber approaches her next Grand Slam in relaxed mood. In the men’s draw, Alexander Zverev hopes his work with Ivan Lendl will pay dividends as he looks to break into the big four.They’ve won 49 of the past 54 Grand Slam titles, the last three Olympic singles gold medals and …
Bundesliga Bulletin: Redemption for Müller, dazzling debuts and VAR farce
Nicolai Müller once again scored on the opening day, but this time he didn’t rule himself out for the season. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich were in the middle of VAR chaos, Dortmund shone, and a number of debutants dazzled.Good week for: Nicolai Müller, Daniel Ginczek, Augsburg, Hendrik Weydandt, Axel Witsel Bad week for: The newly promoted …
Axel Witsel shines as Dortmund’s new-look midfield rises to the challenge
Borussia Dortmund’s 4-1 victory over RB Leipzig saw them bounce back from a sub-par showing in the German Cup. Lucien Favre’s new-look midfield played a huge role in the win, especially new signing Axel Witsel.With Borussia Dortmund so far lacking a specialist striker, coach Lucien Favre has put his faith in a number of alternatives …
The Outlook For Mo Salah’s Liverpool
After a surprise run to the Champions League final last spring, Liverpool entered the 2018/19 season as one of the top clubs to watch in the English Premier League.
Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund hoping Favre can catch Rangnick out
The Bundesliga returns, and with it the hope that somebody can make life harder for Bayern Munich. Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig are two of the most likely and face each other on Sunday, with new men in both dugouts.Borussia Dortmund against RB Leipzig is a Bundesliga fixture that needs little extra spice. But with …
Five things that could cause Bayern Munich trouble in 2018-19
Nico Kovac’s inexperience, too much focus on the Champions League and a disgruntled Robert Lewandowski, are just some of the challenges Bayern Munich must overcome this season.1. A new coach, but less experience The Bavarians are betting that Niko Kovac will be their long-term solution after he replaced the retiring Bundesliga-champion head coach Jupp Heynckes …
Bundesliga: Marco Reus could be the answer to Borussia Dortmund’s search for a striker
BVB have just barely advanced to the second round of the German Cup, and the striker question lingers. After Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s departure came Michy Batshuayi, but now what? Perhaps they already have a solution.After a busy summer of change, the only question left surrounding Borussia Dortmund at the moment is whether they will shell out …
Borussia Dortmund: On the way up with Lucien Favre?
Borussia Dortmund are optimistic heading into the new season. With a new coach and plenty of highly talented players BVB look to be ready to go, even if the squad isn’t perfect just yet.When introducing this year’s squad to 30,000 odd fans in Borussia Dortmund’s stadium recently, new head coach Lucien Favre was the last …
Bite-size Bundesliga breakdown: 2018-19
The 2018-19 Bundesliga season is fast approaching. Whether you’re looking for facts to impress your friends with or insider tips for your fantasy team, DW has the bite-size lowdown on all 18 clubs.FC Augsburg Perennial underdogs Augsburg got a taste of Europe in the 2015-16 campaign and, having kept the core of their side intact, …
RB Leipzig: Can early start get the Red Bulls off to a flyer?
After an exceptional debut Bundesliga campaign, RB Leipzig suffered from second season syndrome last time around. As a result, they’ve started 2018-19 much earlier than most. Will that be a help or a hinderance?While those they wish to challenge were on money-spinning pre-season tours and rebuilding fitness, RB Leipzig, and a tiny number of their …
Iran’s tattoo taboo hounds footballer Ashkan Dejagah
A former Bundesliga player is in hot water in Iran because of photos on his Instagram account. They depict some of Ashkan Dejagah’s tattoos and also his wife not wearing a headscarf.German-Iranian footballer Ashkan Dejagah has been summoned to the Ethics Committee of Iran’s Football Federation. Dejagah, captain of the Iranian national team who just …
Ilkay Gündogan keen to win more titles with Germany
The Manchester City midfielder might have only played 59 minutes in the 2018 World Cup, but it seems he is keen to collect a few more at the next big tournament in two years time.Ilkay Gündogan is set to continue to play for Germany after the 27-year-old Manchester City midfielder hinted about future glory with …
Philipp Lahm set to front 2024 European Championship committee
Philipp Lahm will be head of Germany’s European Championship organizing committee if Germany wins the right to host the 2024 tournament. Germany face competition from Turkey to hosts the event.Philipp Lahm, Germany’s World Cup winning captain in 2014, will be the head of Germany’s organizing committee for the 2024 European Championship, should Germany’s bid to …
F1: Fernando Alonso to retire
The 2018 season will be the two-time champion’s last as a Formula 1 driver, his team McLaren has announced. The Spaniard, who expressed his gratitude, is tipped to race in the Indianapolis 500 next year.The 37-year-old driver was reportedly disenchanted with how his F1 McLaren team has fallen out of pace with some of its …
Robert Lewandowski hat trick leads Bayern Munich to Super Cup win
Robert Lewandowski notched the first ever Super Cup hat trick to take a measure of revenge for last year’s German Cup final defeat. Bayern’s 5-0 win means Niko Kovac picks up a trophy in his first game as Bayern boss.Eintracht Frankfurt 0-5 Bayern Munich (Lewandowski 21′, 26′, 54′, Coman 63′, Thiago 85′) Commerzbank Arena, Frankfurt …
Egyptian businesspersons in European stadiums
Kamel Abu Ali initiated with Neuchâtel, Sawiris with Aston Villa
Stories of buying companies’ clubs, from Dina Farms to Pyramids
Etihad Othman, Goldi SC, Wadi Degla, Misr Lel-Makkasa SC, Assiouty
Law prohibits sale of teams of clubs, must be amended: Fadlallah
Individual ownership, cancellation of membership requirement for clubs wishing to invest in sports should be permitted
Four institutions will acquire Egyptian clubs next season: Amr Mostafa Kamel
Pyramids caused a leap for football in Egypt
Sports law defines rules of investment in clubs
Clubs have right to develop resources, sports investment, intellectual property, and public performance of matches
Germany’s Christin Hussong sets javelin record at European Championships
Christin Hussong set a new competition record at the European Championships to win the javelin competition. Kristin Gierisch also collected a medal after jumping a personal best in triple jump.Christin Hussong made her first throw count on Friday, setting a new competition record in women’s javelin at European Championships in Berlin. Her opening throw of …
Hamada Magdi unlucky goalkeeper praised by Messi
When Egypt faced Argentina in the group stage of the 2005 FIFA U-20 World Cup, held in Netherlands, everyone was waiting to watch the young talented star Lionel Messi, especially after Argentina lost their opener (1-0) to United States. Egypt also was defeated 2-0 in their opening game against Germany, creating high pressure on the …
Gamal El-Dawly: Story of Al Ittihad Alexandria’s possessed fan
El-Dawly had a unique character and loved Al Ittihad from the bottom of his heart without condition
Mo Salah world’s fourth most valuable football player
Egyptian international footballer Mohamed Salah became one of the top 10 valuable players in the world, according to Transfermarkt. Liverpool’s star Salah ranked fourth, with a market value of €150m, equalling the 2018 World Cup winner Kélien Mbappé, who plays with Paris Saint-Germain. Salah was followed by Tottenham Hotspur’s striker Harry Kane and Manchester City’s …