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French Open: Novak Djokovic falls to Dominic Thiem, Andy Murray and Stan Wawrinka through
World number one Andy Murray is through to the semifinals after beating Kei Nishikori. But the story of the day came as Austria’s Dominic Thiem stunned defending champion Novak Djokovic with a straight sets win.Dominic Thiem swept aside defending champion Novak Djokovic in a stunning French Open upset on Wednesday, setting up a semifinal clash …
French Open: Teenager Ostapenko shocks Wozniacki to reach last four
Jelena Ostapenko became the first Latvian woman to reach a Grand Slam semifinal in the professional era after a shock win against Caroline Wozniacki. The world number 47 will face Swiss Timea Bacsinszky on Thursday.Latvian Jelena Ostapenko’s dream run at the French Open continued as she stunned former world number one Caroline Wozniacki to reach …
Who’s the Bosz? The challenges facing Borussia Dortmund’s new coach
“I want to play exciting, successful football,” said Borussia Dortmund’s new head coach Peter Bosz at his unveiling Tuesday. DW takes a look at what lies in store for him at the Westfalenstadion.Former Ajax coach Peter Bosz has been unveiled as the new head coach of Borussia Dortmund. The 53-year-old Dutchman takes over from Thomas …
Late Joshua Kimmich strike salvages draw for experimental Germany
A drab game had a fantastic finish as Germany came away from Denmark with a draw. Germany coach Joachim Löw fielded six new players with one eye on the Confederations Cup, which kicks off next week in Russia.Denmark 1-1 Germany (Eriksen 18‘ – Kimmich 88‘) Joshua Kimmich’s acrobatic late strike salvaged a draw for an …
Bundesliga: Borussia Dortmund name Peter Bosz as new coach
The German Cup winners have appointed Dutchman Peter Bosz as the successor to Thomas Tuchel. Bosz leaves Amsterdam side Ajax after guiding the club to a Europa League final.Peter Bosz is the new “Bosz” of Borussia Dortmund. The Dutchman, 53, has signed a two-year contract as coach and joins from Ajax. “Dortmund are among the …
Football pays tribute to Cheick Tiote
Tributes have poured in from across the world of football for former Newcastle United midfielder Cheick Tiote, who passed away suddenly after suffering a heart attack while training in China. The Ivorian was just 30.The world of football is in mourning for former Ivory Coast midfielder Cheick Tiote, who died after suffering a cardiac arrest …
Ma Long retains table tennis world title after epic battle
The Chinese emerged victorious after an enthralling duel with compatriot Fan Zhendong. The final in Dusseldorf went down to a decisive seventh game with the champion prevailing 12-10.Ma Long was pushed all the way by fellow Chinese Fan Zhendong as spectators in Dusseldorf were treated to a table tennis masterclass from both players. The defending …
French Open: Murray and Halep cruise through
World number one Andy Murray eased into the quarterfinals at the clay grand slam by overpowering Karen Khachanov. Simona Halep looks favorite for the women’s title after dispatching Carla Suarez Navarro in just an hour.Whatever Rafa Nadal and Novak Djokovic can do, Andy Murray can match. A confident 6-3 6-4 6-4 win over Russia’s Karen …
Germany’s Werner ruled out of Denmark game
The RB Leipzig striker had the chance to push for a permanent starting berth. But he will miss the friendly on Tuesday with stomach problems.Timo Werner has a stomach bug and will not travel to Denmark for Germany’s friendly on Tuesday, the German FA (DFB) said in a statement. However, he is expected to recover …
French Open: Nadal’s red hot form continues, Muguruza and Williams exit
Rafael Nadal’s blistering form continued as he beat Roberto Bautista Agut in straight sets. Defeats for Garbine Muguruza and Venus Williams mean there will be a first time Grand Slam champion in the women’s draw.Rafael Nadal continued his near-flawless form in his favorite tournament as he blitzed compatriot Roberto Bautista Agut 6-1 6-2 6-2 in …
Tuchel not interested in Bayer Leverkusen job, says agent
Former Borussia Dortmund boss Thomas Tuchel will not take the vacant Bayer Leverkusen job, according to his agent. Tuchel had been strongly tipped to take over from Tayfun Korkut, who left the post last month.German newspaper ‘Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung’ reported on Sunday that Tuchel’s agent Olaf Meinking said “Thomas is not going to Bayer Leverkusen.” …
The one that got away: Buffon left without fairytale ending
Gianluigi Buffon was the neutral’s favorite ahead of the 2017 Champions League final, but the Italian was once again left empty-handed. Was this the 39-year-old’s last chance?While Real Madrid celebrated, Gianluigi Buffon was forced to watch on. This season in 11 Champions League games, the 39-year-old kept 8 clean sheets and conceded only three goals. …
Metronomic maestro Kroos makes Real Madrid tick again
His Portuguese teammate may hog the headlines but, once again, Toni Kroos was instrumental to Real Madrid’s win. The German midfielder’s improvement must make Bayern Munich rue letting him go, says DW’s Jonathan Harding.Walking off the pitch with one minute of normal time left, Toni Kroos knew. He threw his hands in the air, clenched …
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Who will replace Tuchel at Borussia Dortmund?
He’s only been gone a few days but already speculation is ramping up about Thomas Tuchel’s replacement at Borussia Dortmund. Two Dutchmen are among the favorites and some familiar Bundesliga names are also in the frame.Giovanni van Bronckhorst The former Barcelona and Arsenal fullback (pictured, top) has impressed in his first management position at Dutch …
French Open: Nadal almost perfect but Djokovic struggles
Rafael Nadal laid down a marker as he continued his march to a tenth French Open title with a stunning display against Nikoloz Basilazhvili. But things were less straightforward for Novak Djokovic, who needed five sets.Nine-time French Open champion Rafael Nadal has advanced to the last 16 with a straight-sets victory in the third round. …
Champions League: Real Madrid, Juventus go for history in final
Real Madrid are motivated by the chance to be the first club to win back-to-back titles. Juventus are aiming for their first European treble. No matter who ends up lifting the trophy in Cardiff, history will be made.AC Milan. Ajax. Juventus. Manchester United. Those are all the teams who have been a game away from …
French Open: Where the coaches are the real stars of the show
Andre Agassi, Ivan Lendl and Toni Nadal: Perhaps the coaches are the most interesting stories a this year’s French Open. However, it’s unclear how much of a shelf life any of them will have.Roger is not there, neiher is Serena. Well actually she is, but she is pregnant, so she is in the stands watching …
Lyon win Womens Champions League final on penalties to seal fourth title
A cagey Womens Champions League final burst in to life in the penalty shootout as Lyon keeper Sarah Bouhaddi beat her opposite number from the spot. The win over Paris St Germain saw Lyon complete the treble.A deadlocked all-French affair was settled by two goalkeepers trying to put the ball in to the net rather …
Löw warns of player burnout due to growing international tournaments
Joachim Löw has warned that top players are at severe risk of burnout thanks to expanded global and continental tournaments. The Germany coach has named an inexperienced squad for the upcoming Confederations Cup.Speaking to German sports news agency SID on Thursday, the World Cup-winning coach said: “It’s a dangerous game – we must not pull …
French Open: Plain sailing for Nadal and Djokovic, Muguruza edges through
French Open master Rafael Nadal and defending champion Novak Djokovic both sailed in to round 3 with straight sets wins on Wednesday. But things weren’t quite so straightforward for women’s champion Garbine Muguruza.Rafael Nadal remained on course for a 10th French open title with a regulation 6-1, 6-4, 6-3 victory over Robin Haase in the …
Report: Dortmund players asked Watzke to postpone Monaco match
According to a German weekly, Dortmund players made it clear that they didn’t want to play a match less than 24 hours after last month’s attack on their bus. This contradicts the club chairman’s account of events.Several senior Borussia Dortmund players expressed a wish to further postpone their Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Monaco …
Manchester United ranked as Europe’s most valuable club, Bayern Munich in fourth place
The professional services company KPMG has rated Manchester United as Europe’s most valuable club. The only German outfit to make it into their top 10 is Bayern Munich, rated as Europe’s fourth-most valuable club.The report, released by KPMG on Wednesday, estimated the value of Manchester United at three billion euros ($3.4 billion), making the English …
Former Bundesliga champions 1860 Munich relegated to third division
The Bavarians were officially condemned to relegation after a 3-1 aggregate defeat to Jahn Regensburg in the playoff. The Bavarians will compete in third-tier football for the first time since season 1992-93.The future of one of Germany’s storied football clubs looks unclear. Former Bundesliga champions 1860 Munich were sent to the third division, after losing …
French Open: Verdasco stuns in-form German sensation Zverev, Murray through
The 20-year-old, who won his first Masters title against Novak Djokovic last month, went down to the experienced Spaniard in four sets. Top seeds Andy Murray and Stan Wawrinka eased into the second round.Germany’s ninth-seeded starlet Alexander Zverev was stunned by Spanish veteran Fernando Verdasco, who secured a 6-4 3-6 6-4 6-2 win in the …
Dortmund chairman reaches out to fans over Tuchel departure
Dortmund’s chairman has written an open letter to the club’s supporters explaining the decision to part ways with coach Thomas Tuchel. BVB have stressed that it had nothing to do with a reported rift between the two men.In an open letter to Dortmund supporters published on the club’s website just hours after Thomas Tuchel’s dismissal …
Ernesto Valverde confirmed as new Barcelona boss
Barcelona have announced that Athletic Bilbao coach Ernesto Valverde will take over at the Camp Nou next season. The 53-year-old Spaniard will replace Luis Enrique, who is stepping down.After weeks of rumors, Barcelona have finally confirmed that Ernesto Valverde will take over as the club’s new head coach. Valverde has signed a two-year deal with …
Vieirinha’s thunderbolt keeps Wolfsburg in the Bundesliga
Wolfsburg maintained their Bundesliga status with a 1-0 win in the second leg of the promotion/relegation playoff. After missing several first half chances, Eintracht Braunschweig face another season in the second tier.Vieirinha’s second-half thunderbolt was enough to save Wolfsburg’s Bundesliga status as the Wolves won 1-0 away at Eintracht Braunschweig in the second leg of …
Mainz to announce Sandro Schwarz as new head coach
After the departure of Martin Schmidt, Bundesliga side 1.FSV Mainz 05 are set to announce U23 coach Sandro Schwarz as their new head coach, continuing the club’s policy of promoting from within.Bundesliga side 1.FSV Mainz 05 will announce Sandro Schwarz as their new head coach on Wednesday, according to widespread reports in Germany. The 38-year-old …
BVB’s Marco Reus faces ‘several months’ out after partial ligament injury
Marco Reus has suffered a seemingly endless number of injuries in his young career. Although, with the German Cup he has lifted the first major trophy of his career, Reus appears set to miss out on more playing time.In the first half of Borussia Dortmund’s German Cup final win over Eintracht Frankfurt, Marco Reus partially …