Bayern Munich won a record-extending seventh consecutive Bundesliga title on Saturday after beating Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 to finish two points ahead of rivals Borussia Dortmund.

The Bavarians, who can secure a domestic double if they beat RB Leipzig in the German Cup final on May 25, have now won the German league title a record 29 times.

"It was no easy season by any means. What the team managed to achieve after a lot of criticism is significant. That is why I would like to thank them all," Bayern coach Niko Kovac told Sky.

With two points separating Bayern and Dortmund going into the final matchday, the Bavarians were in no mood for any mishaps.

In a dominant first half they went ahead with Kingsley Coman after four minutes and missed a bagful of chances to score again.

Frankfurt briefly levelled when Sebastien Haller stabbed in on the rebound in the 50th but their hopes of a top-four finish lasted only minutes with David Alaba and Renato Sanches netting for the hosts in the 53rd and 58th.

Veteran wingers Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben, both leaving the club, then came on as substitutes and scored Bayern's fourth and fifth goals for a perfect farewell.

Frenchman Ribery, departing after 12 years, became the first player ever to win nine Bundesliga titles.

Bayern's Robert Lewandowski was crowned the league's top scorer for the fourth time with 22 goals.

Dortmund finished two points behind in second place on 76 after beating Borussia Moenchengladbach 2-0. RB Leipzig, third, and fourth-placed Bayer Leverkusen will join them in next season's Champions League.

Gladbach, VfL Wolfsburg and Frankfurt will compete in the Europa League.

Bayern Munich won a record-extending seventh consecutive Bundesliga title on Saturday after beating Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 to finish two points ahead of rivals Borussia Dortmund.

Bayern Munich won a record-extending seventh consecutive Bundesliga title on Saturday after beating Eintracht Frankfurt 5-1 to finish two points ahead of rivals Borussia Dortmund. The Bavarians, who can secure a domestic double if they beat RB Leipzig in the German Cup final on May 25, have now won the German league title a record 29 times. "It was no easy season by any means. What the team managed to achieve after a lot of criticism is significant. That is why I would like to thank them all," Bayern coach Niko Kovac told Sky. With two points separating Bayern and Dortmund going into the final matchday, the Bavarians were in no mood for any mishaps. In a dominant first half they went ahead with Kingsley Coman after four minutes and missed a bagful of chances to score again. Frankfurt briefly levelled when Sebastien Haller stabbed in on the rebound in the 50th but their hopes of a top-four finish lasted only minutes with David Alaba and Renato Sanches netting for the hosts in the 53rd and 58th. Veteran wingers Franck Ribery and Arjen Robben, both leaving the club, then came on as substitutes and scored Bayern's fourth and fifth goals for a perfect farewell. Frenchman Ribery, departing after 12 years, became the first player ever to win nine Bundesliga titles. Bayern's Robert Lewandowski was crowned the league's top scorer for the fourth time with 22 goals. Dortmund finished two points behind in second place on 76 after beating Borussia Moenchengladbach 2-0. RB Leipzig, third, and fourth-placed Bayer Leverkusen will join them in next season's Champions League. Gladbach, VfL Wolfsburg and Frankfurt will compete in the Europa League.

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Bayern Munich confirmed that veteran French star Franck Ribery will end his 12-year spell at the club at the end of this season, and announced that he and fellow stalwart Arjen Robben will be granted a farewell match next year.&nbsp;

In a statement on their website on Sunday morning, the Bundesliga club announced that the Frenchman would not extend his contract beyond June 2019.&nbsp;

"When I came to Bayern it was a dream come true," said Ribery, 36, who joined in 2008 and has won eight Bundesliga titles in the 12 years since.

"It won't be easy to leave, but we must never forget what we have achieved together."

Robben, 35, confirmed his impending departure at the end of last year, and it was widely expected that Ribery would follow suit, as Bayern prepare for a squad overhaul ahead of next season.&nbsp;

The two wingers have been defining stars in a dominant decade for Bayern, winning the Champions League in 2013 as well as a host of domestic titles.

Bayern announced that they would organise a "big farewell game" for both Ribery and Robben, to be held in 2020.

"Franck and Arjen are great players, and Bayern Munich have a lot to thank them for," said club CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge.&nbsp;

"They helped shape the most successful decade in the history of the club."

Robben made an emotional return from injury and Ribery scored in a 3-1 win over Hanover on Saturday.

The win lifted Bayern four points clear of title rivals Borussia Dortmund, and put them on the brink of a seventh successive Bundesliga title.

Bayern Munich confirmed that veteran French star Franck Ribery will end his 12-year spell at the club at the end of this season, and announced that he and fellow stalwart Arjen Robben will be granted a farewell match next year.

Bayern Munich confirmed that veteran French star Franck Ribery will end his 12-year spell at the club at the end of this season, and announced that he and fellow stalwart Arjen Robben will be granted a farewell match next year. In a statement on their website on Sunday morning, the Bundesliga club announced that the Frenchman would not extend his contract beyond June 2019. "When I came to Bayern it was a dream come true," said Ribery, 36, who joined in 2008 and has won eight Bundesliga titles in the 12 years since. "It won't be easy to leave, but we must never forget what we have achieved together." Robben, 35, confirmed his impending departure at the end of last year, and it was widely expected that Ribery would follow suit, as Bayern prepare for a squad overhaul ahead of next season. The two wingers have been defining stars in a dominant decade for Bayern, winning the Champions League in 2013 as well as a host of domestic titles. Bayern announced that they would organise a "big farewell game" for both Ribery and Robben, to be held in 2020. "Franck and Arjen are great players, and Bayern Munich have a lot to thank them for," said club CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge. "They helped shape the most successful decade in the history of the club." Robben made an emotional return from injury and Ribery scored in a 3-1 win over Hanover on Saturday. The win lifted Bayern four points clear of title rivals Borussia Dortmund, and put them on the brink of a seventh successive Bundesliga title.

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Borussia Dortmund suffered a severe setback in the Bundesliga title race when their shock 4-2 home loss to lowly Schalke 04 in the Ruhr valley derby on Saturday left them a point behind leaders Bayern Munich.

Dortmund, who had two players sent off, are on 69 points, with three games left to play, with Bayern, who face strugglers Nuremberg on Sunday, on 70.

The Bavarians will open up a four-point lead with a win, leaving Dortmund hoping that Bayern might slip up twice in the remaining three games.

Schalke are now all but certain of staying up, having moved up to 30 points in 15th place, nine ahead of the relegation playoff spot occupied by VfB Stuttgart, who play Borussia Moenchengladbach later on Saturday.

It had all started perfectly for Dortmund with Mario Goetze's header from a superb Jadon Sancho assist putting them in front in the 14th minute.

But Schalke earned a penalty following a VAR review for a handball by Julian Weigl after Breel Embolo shot at him from close range, and Daniel Caligiuri converted it to level. The decision left Dortmund coach Lucien Favre furious.

"We started really well and got the opening goal," Favre said. "But then their penalty was ridiculous.

"This was so ridiculous. Whoever invented that rule had no clue. They want that players stop using their arms. How is that possible? You need them for balance. Do they have to cut off their arms? It is a disgrace. The biggest scandal in years."

Asked whether the title had now been decided in favour of Bayern, Favre said: "Yes, of course."

Salif Sane's powerful header from a Caligiuri corner in the 28th made it 2-1 to Schalke, who looked nothing like a team who have been battling to avoid relegation for most of this season.

Disciplined Schalke

Disciplined at the back and waiting for their chances on the break, Schalke were able to successfully soak up attack after attack from Dortmund, who had more than 75 per cent of possession in the first half but lacked the final pass.

"When you play in this stadium then you have to enjoy it," said Schalke interim coach Huub Stevens.

"My players did what we had set out to do. As for the penalty, I do not know if it was one but today we had luck on our side."

Things took a turn for the worse with Dortmund captain Reus was sent off on the hour with a straight red card for a studs-up challenge on Suat Serdar.

Caligiuri curled the resulting free-kick into the top corner before Dortmund were reduced to nine men when Marius Wolf got his marching orders in the 65th for another rough challenge on Serdar.

Dortmund gave it all they had and Axel Witsel cut the deficit in the 85th minute but Breel Embolo netted Schalke's fourth goal a minute later to seal a memorable derby win in what has otherwise been a disappointing season for last year's league runners-up.

RB Leipzig made sure of their top-four finish and a return to the Champions League by beating Freiburg 2-1 to remain in third place on 64 points, 10 ahead of fourth-placed Eintracht Frankfurt.

Borussia Dortmund suffered a severe setback in the Bundesliga title race when their shock 4-2 home loss to lowly Schalke 04 in the Ruhr valley derby on Saturday left them a point behind leaders Bayern Munich.

Borussia Dortmund suffered a severe setback in the Bundesliga title race when their shock 4-2 home loss to lowly Schalke 04 in the Ruhr valley derby on Saturday left them a point behind leaders Bayern Munich. Dortmund, who had two players sent off, are on 69 points, with three games left to play, with Bayern, who face strugglers Nuremberg on Sunday, on 70. The Bavarians will open up a four-point lead with a win, leaving Dortmund hoping that Bayern might slip up twice in the remaining three games. Schalke are now all but certain of staying up, having moved up to 30 points in 15th place, nine ahead of the relegation playoff spot occupied by VfB Stuttgart, who play Borussia Moenchengladbach later on Saturday. It had all started perfectly for Dortmund with Mario Goetze's header from a superb Jadon Sancho assist putting them in front in the 14th minute. But Schalke earned a penalty following a VAR review for a handball by Julian Weigl after Breel Embolo shot at him from close range, and Daniel Caligiuri converted it to level. The decision left Dortmund coach Lucien Favre furious. "We started really well and got the opening goal," Favre said. "But then their penalty was ridiculous. "This was so ridiculous. Whoever invented that rule had no clue. They want that players stop using their arms. How is that possible? You need them for balance. Do they have to cut off their arms? It is a disgrace. The biggest scandal in years." Asked whether the title had now been decided in favour of Bayern, Favre said: "Yes, of course." Salif Sane's powerful header from a Caligiuri corner in the 28th made it 2-1 to Schalke, who looked nothing like a team who have been battling to avoid relegation for most of this season. Disciplined Schalke Disciplined at the back and waiting for their chances on the break, Schalke were able to successfully soak up attack after attack from Dortmund, who had more than 75 per cent of possession in the first half but lacked the final pass. "When you play in this stadium then you have to enjoy it," said Schalke interim coach Huub Stevens. "My players did what we had set out to do. As for the penalty, I do not know if it was one but today we had luck on our side." Things took a turn for the worse with Dortmund captain Reus was sent off on the hour with a straight red card for a studs-up challenge on Suat Serdar. Caligiuri curled the resulting free-kick into the top corner before Dortmund were reduced to nine men when Marius Wolf got his marching orders in the 65th for another rough challenge on Serdar. Dortmund gave it all they had and Axel Witsel cut the deficit in the 85th minute but Breel Embolo netted Schalke's fourth goal a minute later to seal a memorable derby win in what has otherwise been a disappointing season for last year's league runners-up. RB Leipzig made sure of their top-four finish and a return to the Champions League by beating Freiburg 2-1 to remain in third place on 64 points, 10 ahead of fourth-placed Eintracht Frankfurt.

Dortmund's title hopes dented by shock home loss to Schalke

In a first, two Japanese firms recently unveiled their respective laser systems which will be used to shoot down incoming unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones, reported the United States-based online newspaper The Diplomat.&nbsp;

This comes amid concerns about an increased presence of Chinese and Russian militaries near Japan which has seemingly prompted Tokyo to ramp up investment in such technology. 
 
The companies in question are the Japan-based Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) who displayed this technology at the DSEI Japan 2023 show, held in Chiba Prefecture.&nbsp;

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ 10-kilowatt laser system

A video by MHI shows the 10-kilowatt (kilowatt) fibre laser shooting down drones at a distance of at least 1.2 kilometres within two to three seconds. The officials from the company also plan to deliver the prototype to the Japanese Ministry of Defense (MoD) in December, as per The Diplomat.&nbsp;

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Speaking about the lasers’ features, MHI also said the Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) can be fitted onto ground vehicles for mobility and also utilised by the land bases of the Maritime and Air Self-Defense Forces. “Any Self-Defense Force can use it from the ground as long as it is intended to shoot down flying objects,” said an MHI official, as quoted by the Washington-based newspaper.&nbsp;

When asked about the laser system’s capabilities to intercept incoming missiles an official said that while they have not conducted a “high level of research in-house”, it may be possible by increasing the output energy.&nbsp;

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In 2021, the Japan-based firm also signed a $6 million contract with the MoD’s Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics Agency (ATLA) to build a prototype of a vehicle-mounted high-power laser demonstration device.&nbsp;

Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ 100-kW and 2-kW laser system

On the other hand, KHI has been developing a more powerful 100-kilowatt vehicle-mounted laser system, reported the Diplomat. According to KHI officials, their device in the two-kilowatt laser prototype can eliminate UAVs at the range of several 100 metres.&nbsp;

Additionally, both their two-kilowatt and 100-kilowatt laser systems use the same one-micrometre band fibre laser. The system detects a drone with an infrared (IR) camera, tracks it down and then shoots it with the laser, said the report citing officials.&nbsp;

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According to the media report one of their prototypes has already been sent to the ATLA earlier this year and will begin tests and evaluation this month. In 2021, the KHI was allocated around $21 million from the MoD budget for demonstration costs of the vehicle-mounted laser system, reported The Diplomat.&nbsp;

Notably, KHI’s 100-kilowatt laser system would be mounted on a larger, trailer-type vehicle given the increased power output of the lasers which require a large power supply and cooling water circulation system.&nbsp;

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In a first, two Japanese firms recently unveiled their respective laser systems which will be used to shoot down incoming unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones, reported the United States-based online newspaper The Diplomat.

In a first, two Japanese firms recently unveiled their respective laser systems which will be used to shoot down incoming unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or drones, reported the United States-based online newspaper The Diplomat. This comes amid concerns about an increased presence of Chinese and Russian militaries near Japan which has seemingly prompted Tokyo to ramp up investment in such technology. The companies in question are the Japan-based Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) and Kawasaki Heavy Industries (KHI) who displayed this technology at the DSEI Japan 2023 show, held in Chiba Prefecture. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ 10-kilowatt laser system A video by MHI shows the 10-kilowatt (kilowatt) fibre laser shooting down drones at a distance of at least 1.2 kilometres within two to three seconds. The officials from the company also plan to deliver the prototype to the Japanese Ministry of Defense (MoD) in December, as per The Diplomat. ALSO WATCH | Gravitas: Japan unveils new anti-drone laser weapons Speaking about the lasers’ features, MHI also said the Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) can be fitted onto ground vehicles for mobility and also utilised by the land bases of the Maritime and Air Self-Defense Forces. “Any Self-Defense Force can use it from the ground as long as it is intended to shoot down flying objects,” said an MHI official, as quoted by the Washington-based newspaper. When asked about the laser system’s capabilities to intercept incoming missiles an official said that while they have not conducted a “high level of research in-house”, it may be possible by increasing the output energy. ALSO READ | Japan scrambled jets over 1,000 times amid Chinese, Russian air activity In 2021, the Japan-based firm also signed a $6 million contract with the MoD’s Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics Agency (ATLA) to build a prototype of a vehicle-mounted high-power laser demonstration device. Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ 100-kW and 2-kW laser system On the other hand, KHI has been developing a more powerful 100-kilowatt vehicle-mounted laser system, reported the Diplomat. According to KHI officials, their device in the two-kilowatt laser prototype can eliminate UAVs at the range of several 100 metres. Additionally, both their two-kilowatt and 100-kilowatt laser systems use the same one-micrometre band fibre laser. The system detects a drone with an infrared (IR) camera, tracks it down and then shoots it with the laser, said the report citing officials. ALSO READ | Japan scrambled jet fighters to monitor Chinese aircraft carrier operations According to the media report one of their prototypes has already been sent to the ATLA earlier this year and will begin tests and evaluation this month. In 2021, the KHI was allocated around $21 million from the MoD budget for demonstration costs of the vehicle-mounted laser system, reported The Diplomat. Notably, KHI’s 100-kilowatt laser system would be mounted on a larger, trailer-type vehicle given the increased power output of the lasers which require a large power supply and cooling water circulation system. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Five talking points from the weekend in the Bundesliga

Bayern Munich have suffered a blow to their league title hopes with club captain and Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer out for the next two weeks with a calf injury.

The defending Bundesliga champions confirmed Neuer, 33, will be sidelined for "around 14 days" after going off injured during Sunday's win over Fortuna Duesseldorf.

With five league games left, leaders Bayern are just a point ahead of Borussia Dortmund with the Bavarian giants on course for a seventh straight league title.

The injury-prone Neuer will miss at least their next two league games as reserve keeper Sven Ulreich steps up.

Neuer picked up the injury early in the first half of Bayern's 4-1 win, pulling up after making an apparently innocuous pass.

Head coach Niko Kovac has confirmed Neuer has the same calf problem which saw the shot-stopper miss two games earlier this month.

He will definitely miss the league match at home to resurgent Werder Bremen on Saturday, as well as next Wednesday's away German Cup semi-final, also against Bremen, followed by a league match at Nuremberg.

Neuer has faced an ongoing battle with injury in recent years. Two metatarsal fractures kept him sidelined for most of last season, while injuries to his finger and his calf have seen him miss games this term.

Bayern have said defender Mats Hummels will also take a "short break from training" after also suffering a mild leg knock.

Bayern Munich have suffered a blow to their league title hopes with club captain and Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer out for the next two weeks with a calf injury.

Bayern Munich have suffered a blow to their league title hopes with club captain and Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer out for the next two weeks with a calf injury. The defending Bundesliga champions confirmed Neuer, 33, will be sidelined for "around 14 days" after going off injured during Sunday's win over Fortuna Duesseldorf. With five league games left, leaders Bayern are just a point ahead of Borussia Dortmund with the Bavarian giants on course for a seventh straight league title. The injury-prone Neuer will miss at least their next two league games as reserve keeper Sven Ulreich steps up. Neuer picked up the injury early in the first half of Bayern's 4-1 win, pulling up after making an apparently innocuous pass. Head coach Niko Kovac has confirmed Neuer has the same calf problem which saw the shot-stopper miss two games earlier this month. He will definitely miss the league match at home to resurgent Werder Bremen on Saturday, as well as next Wednesday's away German Cup semi-final, also against Bremen, followed by a league match at Nuremberg. Neuer has faced an ongoing battle with injury in recent years. Two metatarsal fractures kept him sidelined for most of last season, while injuries to his finger and his calf have seen him miss games this term. Bayern have said defender Mats Hummels will also take a "short break from training" after also suffering a mild leg knock.

Bayern's title hopes hit as Neuer out for two weeks with calf injury

Champions Bayern Munich dismantled Bundesliga title rivals Borussia Dortmund 5-0 on Saturday (April 6), scoring four goals in a flawless first half to reclaim top spot and get back on course for a record-extending seventh straight league crown.

The Bavarians exploded into action and scored twice in the opening 17 minutes through Mats Hummels and Robert Lewandowski, adding two more from Javi Martinez and Serge Gnabry to move a point ahead of second-placed Dortmund.

Lewandowski's strike meant the Polish forward became only the fifth player in Bundesliga history to reach the 200-goal mark and the first foreigner to do so.

The hosts, who drew 1-1 at Freiburg last week, stepped off the gas after the break and controlled the game before Lewandowski scored again in the 89th minute and Bayern moved up to 64 points with six matches remaining.

Champions Bayern Munich dismantled Bundesliga title rivals Borussia Dortmund 5-0 on Saturday (April 6), scoring four goals in a flawless first half to reclaim top spot and get back on course for a record-extending seventh straight league crown.

Champions Bayern Munich dismantled Bundesliga title rivals Borussia Dortmund 5-0 on Saturday (April 6), scoring four goals in a flawless first half to reclaim top spot and get back on course for a record-extending seventh straight league crown. The Bavarians exploded into action and scored twice in the opening 17 minutes through Mats Hummels and Robert Lewandowski, adding two more from Javi Martinez and Serge Gnabry to move a point ahead of second-placed Dortmund. Lewandowski's strike meant the Polish forward became only the fifth player in Bundesliga history to reach the 200-goal mark and the first foreigner to do so. The hosts, who drew 1-1 at Freiburg last week, stepped off the gas after the break and controlled the game before Lewandowski scored again in the 89th minute and Bayern moved up to 64 points with six matches remaining.

Bayern demolish Dortmund 5-0 to reclaim Bundesliga top spot

Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski says he envisages finishing his career with the Bavarian club after this summer's talk of a possible transfer for the prolific Pole.

"I'm not thinking of changing club. I admit it, this summer it could have been a subject for debate but that's now all finished," Lewandowski said in an interview with German sports daily Bild.

"It's very likely that I'll stay here for a long time. I identify totally with Bayern," added the 30-year-old who joined Bayern in 2014 but who was on the radar of both Real Madrid and Chelsea in the summer.

Bayern bosses, however, averted a transfer, insisting that last season's top Bundesliga scorer, with 29 goals, was not for sale.

"I have the feeling that since all these rumours and problems were buried, I am once again with all my heart with Bayern, at 100 per cent."

Lewandowski, however, did urge Bayern to sign up some stars to help their bid for a first Champions League trophy since 2013.

The German champions have been linked with a big-money move for French World Cup-winning defender Lucas Hernandez from Atletico Madrid.

"It would help us more if one or two world-class players join us rather than five good-level players," he said.

Bayern face a tough draw in Champions League last 16, where they will play Premier League leaders Liverpool, away on February 19 and home on March 13.

Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski says he envisages finishing his career with the Bavarian club after this summer's talk of a possible transfer for the prolific Pole.

Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski says he envisages finishing his career with the Bavarian club after this summer's talk of a possible transfer for the prolific Pole. "I'm not thinking of changing club. I admit it, this summer it could have been a subject for debate but that's now all finished," Lewandowski said in an interview with German sports daily Bild. "It's very likely that I'll stay here for a long time. I identify totally with Bayern," added the 30-year-old who joined Bayern in 2014 but who was on the radar of both Real Madrid and Chelsea in the summer. Bayern bosses, however, averted a transfer, insisting that last season's top Bundesliga scorer, with 29 goals, was not for sale. "I have the feeling that since all these rumours and problems were buried, I am once again with all my heart with Bayern, at 100 per cent." Lewandowski, however, did urge Bayern to sign up some stars to help their bid for a first Champions League trophy since 2013. The German champions have been linked with a big-money move for French World Cup-winning defender Lucas Hernandez from Atletico Madrid. "It would help us more if one or two world-class players join us rather than five good-level players," he said. Bayern face a tough draw in Champions League last 16, where they will play Premier League leaders Liverpool, away on February 19 and home on March 13.

Robert Lewandowski envisages ending career at Bayern

Goals by Spanish striker Paco Alcacer and forward Marcos Reus provided the 2-1 victory of Borussia Dortmund against Werder Bremen on Saturday, extending their winning streak to 12 wins and 3 draws in 15 matches, and stay on top spot in the Bundesliga standings.

Swiss coach Lucien Favre's side scored their sixth successive win at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund. Borussia now have a nine-point lead at the top of the standings.

Dortmund got the game underway after 19 minutes, when Paco Alcacer scored. The Spanish striker scored his eleventh goal in the German competition.

He is the tournament's top scorer and the third player in Bundesliga history to score this number of goals in his first ten matches after Horst Hrubesch and Klaus Matischak.

Eight minutes later Marcos Reus scored the second goal, which paved the way for the home side. However, Werder Bremen, in the midfield of the standings, did not yield and Max Kruse, with a good shot, shortened the gap ten minutes before half-time.

After that, the match was evenly balanced. Borussia relinquished the initiative to their opponents but Mario Goetze pushed another ball into the Bremen goal in added time, but the video assisted referee cancelled it.

Goals by Spanish striker Paco Alcacer and forward Marcos Reus provided the 2-1 victory of Borussia Dortmund against Werder Bremen on Saturday, extending their winning streak to 12 wins and 3 draws in 15 matches, and stay on top spot in the Bundesliga standings.

Goals by Spanish striker Paco Alcacer and forward Marcos Reus provided the 2-1 victory of Borussia Dortmund against Werder Bremen on Saturday, extending their winning streak to 12 wins and 3 draws in 15 matches, and stay on top spot in the Bundesliga standings. Swiss coach Lucien Favre's side scored their sixth successive win at Signal Iduna Park in Dortmund. Borussia now have a nine-point lead at the top of the standings. Dortmund got the game underway after 19 minutes, when Paco Alcacer scored. The Spanish striker scored his eleventh goal in the German competition. He is the tournament's top scorer and the third player in Bundesliga history to score this number of goals in his first ten matches after Horst Hrubesch and Klaus Matischak. Eight minutes later Marcos Reus scored the second goal, which paved the way for the home side. However, Werder Bremen, in the midfield of the standings, did not yield and Max Kruse, with a good shot, shortened the gap ten minutes before half-time. After that, the match was evenly balanced. Borussia relinquished the initiative to their opponents but Mario Goetze pushed another ball into the Bremen goal in added time, but the video assisted referee cancelled it.

Alcacer, Reus goals help Dortmund to 2-1 win against Bremen, stay unbeaten

Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho netted a late goal to give the Bundesliga leaders a 2-1 win at bitter rivals Schalke 04 in the Ruhr valley derby on Saturday and send them nine points clear.

The 18-year-old, who has scored five goals and set up six in a sparkling season so far, started a quick move down the left and then deftly slotted home the winner in the 74th minute to give Dortmund their first win over Schalke since 2015.

England international Sancho had missed training earlier this week to return to England due to a death in the family.

"It was a very hard week for him," said Dortmund coach Lucien Favre.

"Jadon returned from London only yesterday evening. But he really wanted to play."

Dortmund's Thomas Delaney had earlier silenced the 60,000 crowd with a glancing header in the seventh minute after Marco Reus whipped a free kick into the box.

Bundesliga leading scorer Paco Alcacer then came close with a powerful shot as the visitors confirmed their title favourites tag with a dominant opening period.

The Royal Blues' fate looked to have been sealed late in the first half when their last fit forward, Guido Burgstaller, who had their best chance on the half-hour, had to go off injured.

However last season's runners-up, already missing injured forwards Mark Uth, Franco di Santo and Breel Embolo, earned a surprise penalty to level through Daniel Caligiuri on the hour.

Sancho then completed another fine performance to secure a fifth straight league win that lifted undefeated Dortmund to 36 points, nine ahead of second-placed Bayern Munich, who beat Nuremberg 3-0. Schalke dropped to 13th on 14 points.

"Schalke were well organised and it was hard in the first half," said Favre, who is now unbeaten in his 14 league games in charge of Dortmund. "My team stuck with it after the penalty and that was crucial. We deserved the win today."

Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho netted a late goal to give the Bundesliga leaders a 2-1 win at bitter rivals Schalke 04 in the Ruhr valley derby on Saturday and send them nine points clear.

Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho netted a late goal to give the Bundesliga leaders a 2-1 win at bitter rivals Schalke 04 in the Ruhr valley derby on Saturday and send them nine points clear. The 18-year-old, who has scored five goals and set up six in a sparkling season so far, started a quick move down the left and then deftly slotted home the winner in the 74th minute to give Dortmund their first win over Schalke since 2015. England international Sancho had missed training earlier this week to return to England due to a death in the family. "It was a very hard week for him," said Dortmund coach Lucien Favre. "Jadon returned from London only yesterday evening. But he really wanted to play." Dortmund's Thomas Delaney had earlier silenced the 60,000 crowd with a glancing header in the seventh minute after Marco Reus whipped a free kick into the box. Bundesliga leading scorer Paco Alcacer then came close with a powerful shot as the visitors confirmed their title favourites tag with a dominant opening period. The Royal Blues' fate looked to have been sealed late in the first half when their last fit forward, Guido Burgstaller, who had their best chance on the half-hour, had to go off injured. However last season's runners-up, already missing injured forwards Mark Uth, Franco di Santo and Breel Embolo, earned a surprise penalty to level through Daniel Caligiuri on the hour. Sancho then completed another fine performance to secure a fifth straight league win that lifted undefeated Dortmund to 36 points, nine ahead of second-placed Bayern Munich, who beat Nuremberg 3-0. Schalke dropped to 13th on 14 points. "Schalke were well organised and it was hard in the first half," said Favre, who is now unbeaten in his 14 league games in charge of Dortmund. "My team stuck with it after the penalty and that was crucial. We deserved the win today."

Sancho goal earns Dortmund 2-1 win in Ruhr derby

The manager and CEO of Schalke 04 said that his club can be the first team to defeat Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund when they play their arch rivals in Germany's Ruhr derby on Saturday.

While speaking to the media, Domenico Tedesco said, "I think in our team we have 85 per cent of the players who have experienced the derby. But basically both teams have changed, we have changed and Dortmund have changed."

"I think the biggest lynchpin at BVB is Marco Reus, when he's on his game then Dortmund are on a different level. He was there in our home game (last season) but after a long injury and now he's back on his game and I think for Dortmund he's an important player."

This is the first time in six years Dortmund go into the derby top of the table, but they last won at the Veltins Arena half a decade ago.&nbsp;

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A difference of 19 points and 12 places in the table separates the clubs, who are only 33kms (20miles) apart, but Schalke are itching to get one over their high-flying neighbours and bitter rivals.

Last season's match in Dortmund was particularly memorable with the home team leading 4-0 after 25 minutes, only for Schalke to come back in the second half with Naldo scoring a dramatic equaliser in injury time to draw 4-4.

Dortmund haven't won in Gelsenkirchen since 2013 and Schalke have the advantage in their all-time head-to-head record, winning 69 of the games, compared to 59 for Dortmund.

The manager and CEO of Schalke 04 said that his club can be the first team to defeat Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund when they play their arch rivals in Germany's Ruhr derby on Saturday.

The manager and CEO of Schalke 04 said that his club can be the first team to defeat Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund when they play their arch rivals in Germany's Ruhr derby on Saturday. While speaking to the media, Domenico Tedesco said, "I think in our team we have 85 per cent of the players who have experienced the derby. But basically both teams have changed, we have changed and Dortmund have changed." "I think the biggest lynchpin at BVB is Marco Reus, when he's on his game then Dortmund are on a different level. He was there in our home game (last season) but after a long injury and now he's back on his game and I think for Dortmund he's an important player." This is the first time in six years Dortmund go into the derby top of the table, but they last won at the Veltins Arena half a decade ago. 🗣️ Wise words from the coach ahead of the #Revierderby ⚔️ 👉 https://t.co/DCqNfUfOgB#s04 #S04BVB pic.twitter.com/UPWUg0qYHv — FC Schalke 04 (@s04_en) December 6, 2018 × A difference of 19 points and 12 places in the table separates the clubs, who are only 33kms (20miles) apart, but Schalke are itching to get one over their high-flying neighbours and bitter rivals. Last season's match in Dortmund was particularly memorable with the home team leading 4-0 after 25 minutes, only for Schalke to come back in the second half with Naldo scoring a dramatic equaliser in injury time to draw 4-4. Dortmund haven't won in Gelsenkirchen since 2013 and Schalke have the advantage in their all-time head-to-head record, winning 69 of the games, compared to 59 for Dortmund.

Schalke out to add to Dortmund's recent derby misery

Dutch winger Arjen Robben said on Sunday that he will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season after a decade of success at the German champions.

The 34-year-old joined the Bavarians in 2009 and instantly formed a formidable attacking partnership with Frenchman Franck Ribery, who is also likely to leave at the end of the season.

"I can say that this is my last year (at Bayern) and it is good like that," Robben told reporters after a meeting with fan groups. "I have taken the decision, personally, that this will be my last year.

"I think it is the right moment after 10 years. The club moves on and I may move on. It is the end of a very good and long period."

Robben has scored 98 goals in 198 Bundesliga games for Bayern and, since his arrival in 2009, he has played in three Champions League finals -&nbsp;in 2010, 2012 and 2013 - winning the title at the third attempt with Bayern.

He has also won seven German league titles, including the last six in a row, and four German Cups with the Bavarians.

Robben, who has also won league titles with PSV Eindhoven, Chelsea and Real Madrid and featured in the 2010 World Cup final for the Netherlands, added that he had no plans to retire.

"I may move on. I won't stop completely yet," he said.

Dutch winger Arjen Robben said on Sunday that he will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season after a decade of success at the German champions. The 34-year-old joined the Bavarians in 2009 and instantly formed a formidable attacking partnership with Frenchman Franck Ribery, who is also likely to leave at the end of the season.

Dutch winger Arjen Robben said on Sunday that he will leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season after a decade of success at the German champions. The 34-year-old joined the Bavarians in 2009 and instantly formed a formidable attacking partnership with Frenchman Franck Ribery, who is also likely to leave at the end of the season. "I can say that this is my last year (at Bayern) and it is good like that," Robben told reporters after a meeting with fan groups. "I have taken the decision, personally, that this will be my last year. "I think it is the right moment after 10 years. The club moves on and I may move on. It is the end of a very good and long period." Robben has scored 98 goals in 198 Bundesliga games for Bayern and, since his arrival in 2009, he has played in three Champions League finals - in 2010, 2012 and 2013 - winning the title at the third attempt with Bayern. He has also won seven German league titles, including the last six in a row, and four German Cups with the Bavarians. Robben, who has also won league titles with PSV Eindhoven, Chelsea and Real Madrid and featured in the 2010 World Cup final for the Netherlands, added that he had no plans to retire. "I may move on. I won't stop completely yet," he said.

Arjen Robben says he will leave Bayern at season's end

Borussia Dortmund beat champions Bayern Munich 3-2 to tighten their grip on top spot in the Bundesliga, opening up a seven-point gap to their main title contenders, who dropped to fifth.

Here are some of the main talking points:

- Bayern Munich's defeat in the German 'Der Klassiker' on Saturday was the first time since 2011 that they lost a game after leading at halftime. They have collected just eight points from their last seven games.

- This is the first time since Borussia Dortmund`s title-winning 2011/12 season that they have opened up such a gap to the Bavarians.

- Borussia Dortmund striker Paco Alcacer has set a league record in his first season in Germany, needing only 218 minutes to score eight goals in the Bundesliga. The previous record stood at 519 minutes, set in 1963 by Charly Doerfel.

Spaniard Alcacer scored seven of the eight goals as a substitute, including the winner on Saturday.

- RB Leipzig stretched their unbeaten run to 10 league matches and moved into third place after beating Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 on Sunday. Leipzig`s last league defeat was on the first matchday of the season back in August against Dortmund.

- Eintracht Frankfurt also have a good run going. They are , unbeaten in nine matches in all competitions -- six of them in the league -- and winning eight of them.&nbsp;

Luka Jovic scored twice in their 3-0 victory over struggling Schalke 04 to take his tally to nine goals, more than the entire Schalke team have scored so far.

- There was more bad news for Schalke with forward Mark Uth being ruled out for some time with a leg muscle injury he picked up on Sunday. The Royal Blues, runners-up last season, are a point above the relegation zone.

Borussia Dortmund beat champions Bayern Munich 3-2 to tighten their grip on top spot in the Bundesliga, opening up a seven-point gap to their main title contenders, who dropped to fifth.

Borussia Dortmund beat champions Bayern Munich 3-2 to tighten their grip on top spot in the Bundesliga, opening up a seven-point gap to their main title contenders, who dropped to fifth. Here are some of the main talking points: - Bayern Munich's defeat in the German 'Der Klassiker' on Saturday was the first time since 2011 that they lost a game after leading at halftime. They have collected just eight points from their last seven games. - This is the first time since Borussia Dortmund`s title-winning 2011/12 season that they have opened up such a gap to the Bavarians. - Borussia Dortmund striker Paco Alcacer has set a league record in his first season in Germany, needing only 218 minutes to score eight goals in the Bundesliga. The previous record stood at 519 minutes, set in 1963 by Charly Doerfel. Spaniard Alcacer scored seven of the eight goals as a substitute, including the winner on Saturday. - RB Leipzig stretched their unbeaten run to 10 league matches and moved into third place after beating Bayer Leverkusen 3-0 on Sunday. Leipzig`s last league defeat was on the first matchday of the season back in August against Dortmund. - Eintracht Frankfurt also have a good run going. They are , unbeaten in nine matches in all competitions -- six of them in the league -- and winning eight of them. Luka Jovic scored twice in their 3-0 victory over struggling Schalke 04 to take his tally to nine goals, more than the entire Schalke team have scored so far. - There was more bad news for Schalke with forward Mark Uth being ruled out for some time with a leg muscle injury he picked up on Sunday. The Royal Blues, runners-up last season, are a point above the relegation zone.

Talking points from the Bundesliga weekend

Champions Bayern Munich cut the gap to leaders Borussia Dortmund but were far from impressive in their 2-1 victory at Mainz 05 on Saturday as they made it three wins in three matches in all competitions following their early-season dip in form.

Leon Goretzka put the visitors ahead in the 39th minute after an earlier effort by Thiago Alcantara was ruled out following the use of the video assistant referee.

Mainz did not have to wait long for an equaliser, with Jean-Paul Boetius striding into the box in the 48th to drill in a cross after being left completely unmarked.

Spaniard Thiago got his goal in the 62nd minute to put Bayern back in front and Javi Martinez hit the woodwork a little later as Bayern hung on to their slim lead and the three points.

"It was a hard-earned win for us and it was certainly not as sparkling as we had hoped it would be," Bayern coach Niko Kovac told reporters.

"But in the current situation we are happy with the three wins in a row. It was still a deserved win and we hope it continues like that."

Bayern, who have been under pressure after a dip in form early in the season, lacked a clear game plan, especially in attack, and never really hit top speed against lowly Mainz.

"I was not nervous after they equalised," said Kovac. "But I was angry because we did not do what we set out to do after the break. We are caught napping during a cross and then bring ourselves into difficulty."

The champions are now on 19 points in second place, two behind Dortmund, who drew 2-2 against Hertha Berlin.

The Bavarians have now won all three games in all competitions since club bosses launched a verbal attack on the media last week, blaming them for what they said was unfair reporting during their four-game winless run.

Champions Bayern Munich cut the gap to leaders Borussia Dortmund but were far from impressive in their 2-1 victory at Mainz 05 on Saturday as they made it three wins in three matches in all competitions following their early-season dip in form.

Champions Bayern Munich cut the gap to leaders Borussia Dortmund but were far from impressive in their 2-1 victory at Mainz 05 on Saturday as they made it three wins in three matches in all competitions following their early-season dip in form. Leon Goretzka put the visitors ahead in the 39th minute after an earlier effort by Thiago Alcantara was ruled out following the use of the video assistant referee. Mainz did not have to wait long for an equaliser, with Jean-Paul Boetius striding into the box in the 48th to drill in a cross after being left completely unmarked. Spaniard Thiago got his goal in the 62nd minute to put Bayern back in front and Javi Martinez hit the woodwork a little later as Bayern hung on to their slim lead and the three points. "It was a hard-earned win for us and it was certainly not as sparkling as we had hoped it would be," Bayern coach Niko Kovac told reporters. "But in the current situation we are happy with the three wins in a row. It was still a deserved win and we hope it continues like that." Bayern, who have been under pressure after a dip in form early in the season, lacked a clear game plan, especially in attack, and never really hit top speed against lowly Mainz. "I was not nervous after they equalised," said Kovac. "But I was angry because we did not do what we set out to do after the break. We are caught napping during a cross and then bring ourselves into difficulty." The champions are now on 19 points in second place, two behind Dortmund, who drew 2-2 against Hertha Berlin. The Bavarians have now won all three games in all competitions since club bosses launched a verbal attack on the media last week, blaming them for what they said was unfair reporting during their four-game winless run.

Bayern Munich edge Mainz 2-1, close gap to leaders Dortmund

Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski scored once in each half and set up a third goal to steer the German champions, playing with 10 men, to a 3-1 victory over VfL Wolfsburg on Saturday for their first win in five games in all competitions.

The Poland striker opened his account on the half hour and doubled it four minutes after the re-start to give embattled Bayern a much-needed boost, a day after club bosses launched a scathing attack on the media while backing coach Niko Kovac and his players despite their dip in form.

"We had a lot of pressure," Kovac told reporters. "We wanted everyone to focus over 90 minutes and give it all for the club. The team did this unusually well and the final score is fully deserved.

"Overall it was a solid performance, even when we were down to 10 men. Even when they pulled a goal back we did not falter."

The game looked to be turning for the hosts in the 57th minute when Bayern winger Arjen Robben was sent off after a second booking. It was the Dutchman's first dismissal in more than seven years.

The Wolves then cut the deficit through Wout Weghorst six minutes later and launched an all-out offensive in search of the equaliser before James Rodriguez stunned the home crowed with a curling shot following a Lewandowski pass.

The win will no doubt ease some of the pressure on Kovac, in his first season at Bayern, and the team can earn more bonus points with fans if they beat AEK Athens in Greece in the Champions League next week.

Bayern, whose president Uli Hoeness and CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge on Friday accused the media of unfair and "shameful" reporting of their team's current form, are now provisionally in second place on 16 points, four behind leaders Borussia Dortmund.

Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski scored once in each half and set up a third goal to steer the German champions, playing with 10 men, to a 3-1 victory over VfL Wolfsburg on Saturday for their first win in five games in all competitions.

Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski scored once in each half and set up a third goal to steer the German champions, playing with 10 men, to a 3-1 victory over VfL Wolfsburg on Saturday for their first win in five games in all competitions. The Poland striker opened his account on the half hour and doubled it four minutes after the re-start to give embattled Bayern a much-needed boost, a day after club bosses launched a scathing attack on the media while backing coach Niko Kovac and his players despite their dip in form. "We had a lot of pressure," Kovac told reporters. "We wanted everyone to focus over 90 minutes and give it all for the club. The team did this unusually well and the final score is fully deserved. "Overall it was a solid performance, even when we were down to 10 men. Even when they pulled a goal back we did not falter." The game looked to be turning for the hosts in the 57th minute when Bayern winger Arjen Robben was sent off after a second booking. It was the Dutchman's first dismissal in more than seven years. The Wolves then cut the deficit through Wout Weghorst six minutes later and launched an all-out offensive in search of the equaliser before James Rodriguez stunned the home crowed with a curling shot following a Lewandowski pass. The win will no doubt ease some of the pressure on Kovac, in his first season at Bayern, and the team can earn more bonus points with fans if they beat AEK Athens in Greece in the Champions League next week. Bayern, whose president Uli Hoeness and CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge on Friday accused the media of unfair and "shameful" reporting of their team's current form, are now provisionally in second place on 16 points, four behind leaders Borussia Dortmund.

Robert Lewandowski double hands Bayern first win in five games

Bayern&nbsp;Munich bosses on Friday threw their support behind coach Niko Kovac and his players despite a four-game winless streak in all competitions, accusing the media of "disrespectful" reporting.

The German champions, who have won the last six league titles but are sixth in the standings, travel to VfL Wolfsburg on Saturday, knowing any result other than victory would sink them deeper into crisis.

But club president Uli Hoeness and CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge accused the media of "outrageous, disrespectful and polemical" reporting and warned them of possible legal action.

"When I read about Manuel Neuer then I just have no words. I would like to remind you that Manuel was world goalkeeper of the year four times," Rummenigge told reporters. "Same goes for Jerome Boateng and Mats Hummels."

Speaking at a news conference scheduled at short notice, the club bosses said reporters should now expect "mail from our media lawyer" for any false or inaccurate reports.

"I don't know if there are special laws for the media but we will not accept this kind of reporting any longer," Rummenigge said

"Today is an important day as we inform you that we will no longer tolerate this derogatory and derisive reporting. We will protect our coach, players and club. It is outrageous, disrespectful and polemical."

Kovac earlier on Friday said all&nbsp;Bayern&nbsp;needed was a bit of luck to turn things around.

"Not everything is as grim as it is presented and I also said after our good start this season that not everything was rosy," Kovac, in his first season at&nbsp;Bayern, said.

"Changing everything now would just be doing it for the sake of change and that never works," said Kovac. "You have to stick to your plan.

"Throwing everything overboard and inventing something on the spot does not make sense. You will never get that from me."

Bayern, pre-season favourites for a seventh straight league title, have lost two of their last three Bundesliga games to drop to sixth place on 13 points, four behind leaders Borussia Dortmund.

"We cannot be negative, we want to be positive," said Kovac, whose team face AEK Athens in the Champions League next week.

"But we need that bit of luck. You need it in life and you need it in sport. If we get that, because we have been creating the chances in every game, then it will work for us again."

The Croat said Colombian James Rodriguez, who returned from international duty late on Thursday evening, should also be fresh for Saturday's league game.

Bayern Munich bosses on Friday threw their support behind coach Niko Kovac and his players despite a four-game winless streak in all competitions, accusing the media of "disrespectful" reporting.

Bayern Munich bosses on Friday threw their support behind coach Niko Kovac and his players despite a four-game winless streak in all competitions, accusing the media of "disrespectful" reporting. The German champions, who have won the last six league titles but are sixth in the standings, travel to VfL Wolfsburg on Saturday, knowing any result other than victory would sink them deeper into crisis. But club president Uli Hoeness and CEO Karl-Heinz Rummenigge accused the media of "outrageous, disrespectful and polemical" reporting and warned them of possible legal action. "When I read about Manuel Neuer then I just have no words. I would like to remind you that Manuel was world goalkeeper of the year four times," Rummenigge told reporters. "Same goes for Jerome Boateng and Mats Hummels." Speaking at a news conference scheduled at short notice, the club bosses said reporters should now expect "mail from our media lawyer" for any false or inaccurate reports. "I don't know if there are special laws for the media but we will not accept this kind of reporting any longer," Rummenigge said "Today is an important day as we inform you that we will no longer tolerate this derogatory and derisive reporting. We will protect our coach, players and club. It is outrageous, disrespectful and polemical." Kovac earlier on Friday said all Bayern needed was a bit of luck to turn things around. "Not everything is as grim as it is presented and I also said after our good start this season that not everything was rosy," Kovac, in his first season at Bayern, said. "Changing everything now would just be doing it for the sake of change and that never works," said Kovac. "You have to stick to your plan. "Throwing everything overboard and inventing something on the spot does not make sense. You will never get that from me." Bayern, pre-season favourites for a seventh straight league title, have lost two of their last three Bundesliga games to drop to sixth place on 13 points, four behind leaders Borussia Dortmund. "We cannot be negative, we want to be positive," said Kovac, whose team face AEK Athens in the Champions League next week. "But we need that bit of luck. You need it in life and you need it in sport. If we get that, because we have been creating the chances in every game, then it will work for us again." The Croat said Colombian James Rodriguez, who returned from international duty late on Thursday evening, should also be fresh for Saturday's league game.

Bayern Munich bosses slam German media, back team and coach

Hertha Berlin stunned leaders Bayern Munich 2-0 on Friday for their first win over them in nine years that snapped the champions' unbeaten run this season and moved the Berliners joint top in the Bundesliga.

Hertha captain Vedad Ibisevic sent Manuel Neuer the wrong way to score with a 23rd-minute penalty after Jerome Boateng had brought down Salomon Kalou.

Slovak forward Ondrej Duda continued his sensational form with his fifth goal of the season, firing in on the stroke of halftime to confirm Hertha's fine start that has left them in second place on 13 points, level on points with Bayern.

The champions, with injured Leon Goretzka joining a growing list of absentees that already includes Kingsley Coman and Corentin Tolisso among others, had their share of chances as they dominated after the break.

With 65 percent possession, 14 corners compared to Hertha's one and 24-6 shots on goal, Bayern will be asking themselves how they failed to get at least a point from the game.

"Our conversion rate is one reason but we also let in two goals," said Bayern coach Niko Kovac. "Both could have been avoided."

"We still played a decent game. We have no problem with the defeat and will not start seeing everything in a negative light. Everyone who knows this club knows we will bounce back and we will be successful again."

James Rodriguez came close for the visitors in the second half but even the introduction of a third striker with Sandro Wagner in the 72nd minute could not prevent their first defeat of the season, three days after stumbling to a 1-1 draw against Augsburg.

Borussia Dortmund, third on 11 points, are in action against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, while Schalke 04, last season's runners-up who have lost all five league games so far, host Mainz 05.

Hertha Berlin stunned leaders Bayern Munich 2-0 on Friday for their first win over them in nine years that snapped the champions' unbeaten run this season and moved the Berliners joint top in the Bundesliga.

Hertha Berlin stunned leaders Bayern Munich 2-0 on Friday for their first win over them in nine years that snapped the champions' unbeaten run this season and moved the Berliners joint top in the Bundesliga. Hertha captain Vedad Ibisevic sent Manuel Neuer the wrong way to score with a 23rd-minute penalty after Jerome Boateng had brought down Salomon Kalou. Slovak forward Ondrej Duda continued his sensational form with his fifth goal of the season, firing in on the stroke of halftime to confirm Hertha's fine start that has left them in second place on 13 points, level on points with Bayern. The champions, with injured Leon Goretzka joining a growing list of absentees that already includes Kingsley Coman and Corentin Tolisso among others, had their share of chances as they dominated after the break. With 65 percent possession, 14 corners compared to Hertha's one and 24-6 shots on goal, Bayern will be asking themselves how they failed to get at least a point from the game. "Our conversion rate is one reason but we also let in two goals," said Bayern coach Niko Kovac. "Both could have been avoided." "We still played a decent game. We have no problem with the defeat and will not start seeing everything in a negative light. Everyone who knows this club knows we will bounce back and we will be successful again." James Rodriguez came close for the visitors in the second half but even the introduction of a third striker with Sandro Wagner in the 72nd minute could not prevent their first defeat of the season, three days after stumbling to a 1-1 draw against Augsburg. Borussia Dortmund, third on 11 points, are in action against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, while Schalke 04, last season's runners-up who have lost all five league games so far, host Mainz 05.

Hertha stun Bayern for first win in nine years

Hertha Berlin stunned leaders Bayern Munich 2-0 on Friday for their first win over them in nine years that snapped the champions' unbeaten run this season and moved the Berliners joint top in the Bundesliga.

Hertha captain Vedad Ibisevic sent Manuel Neuer the wrong way to score with a 23rd-minute penalty after Jerome Boateng had brought down Salomon Kalou.

Slovak forward Ondrej Duda continued his sensational form with his fifth goal of the season, firing in on the stroke of halftime to confirm Hertha's fine start that has left them in second place on 13 points, level on points with Bayern.

The champions, with injured Leon Goretzka joining a growing list of absentees that already includes Kingsley Coman and Corentin Tolisso among others, had their share of chances as they dominated after the break.

With 65 per cent possession, 14 corners compared to Hertha's one and 24-6 shots on goal, Bayern will be asking themselves how they failed to get at least a point from the game.

"Our conversion rate is one reason but we also let in two goals," said Bayern coach Niko Kovac. "Both could have been avoided."

"We still played a decent game. We have no problem with the defeat and will not start seeing everything in a negative light. Everyone who knows this club knows we will bounce back and we will be successful again."

James Rodriguez came close for the visitors in the second half but even the introduction of a third striker with Sandro Wagner in the 72nd minute could not prevent their first defeat of the season, three days after stumbling to a 1-1 draw against Augsburg.

Borussia Dortmund, third on 11 points, are in action against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, while Schalke 04, last season's runners-up who have lost all five league games so far, host Mainz 05.

Hertha Berlin stunned leaders Bayern Munich 2-0 on Friday for their first win over them in nine years that snapped the champions' unbeaten run this season and moved the Berliners joint top in the Bundesliga. Hertha captain Vedad Ibisevic sent Manuel Neuer the wrong way to score with a 23rd-minute penalty after Jerome Boateng had brought down Salomon Kalou. Slovak forward Ondrej Duda continued his sensational form with his fifth goal of the season, firing in on the stroke of halftime to confirm Hertha's fine start that has left them in second place on 13 points, level on points with Bayern. The champions, with injured Leon Goretzka joining a growing list of absentees that already includes Kingsley Coman and Corentin Tolisso among others, had their share of chances as they dominated after the break. With 65 per cent possession, 14 corners compared to Hertha's one and 24-6 shots on goal, Bayern will be asking themselves how they failed to get at least a point from the game. "Our conversion rate is one reason but we also let in two goals," said Bayern coach Niko Kovac. "Both could have been avoided." "We still played a decent game. We have no problem with the defeat and will not start seeing everything in a negative light. Everyone who knows this club knows we will bounce back and we will be successful again." James Rodriguez came close for the visitors in the second half but even the introduction of a third striker with Sandro Wagner in the 72nd minute could not prevent their first defeat of the season, three days after stumbling to a 1-1 draw against Augsburg. Borussia Dortmund, third on 11 points, are in action against Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, while Schalke 04, last season's runners-up who have lost all five league games so far, host Mainz 05.

A sixth successive Bundesliga title is just a matter of time for Bayern Munich, but their search for a coach to take over next season is proving far more complicated for the Bavarians.

With a massive 17-point lead, Bayern can wrap up the title with five games to spare if they win at midtable Augsburg on Saturday or if second-placed Schalke fail to beat Hamburg SV away.

Bayern have proved unstoppable since 72-year-old Jupp Heynckes, who led them to a league, cup and Champions League treble in 2013, was lured out of retirement in October to replace the sacked Carlo Ancelotti.

Under Heynckes, Bayern have won 18 out of 21 Bundesliga games, seven successive Champions League matches and reached the German Cup semi-finals but, despite everything, the club could not persuade him to extend his fourth stint.

"I discussed it all with my wife and daughter because it wasn't easy giving everything up at home at my age," said Heynckes who is living in a Munich hotel.

"You come back to an empty hotel room in the evening, which isn't fun. Most of the time I just go to bed because I'm tired."

Bayern's chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge hopes he will find a replacement by April and has established one clear condition: the new incumbent must speak German.

Despite recent dominance of the Bundesliga and an enviable structure, Bayern is not an easy club to manage.

Expectations are so high that even a minor slip-up, or failure to score five or six goals against supposedly inferior opponents, make headlines.

The fact that both Rummenigge and club president Uli Hoeness are among the club's most illustrious former players and are not afraid to speak their minds in public adds to the pressure.

Former Mainz 05 and Borussia Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel has already pulled out of the race while Germany coach Joachim Loew has also ruled out a move.

"Tuchel told us that he's signed with another club. One has to accept that, but it's not a problem for us," said Rummenigge.

Eintracht Frankfurt coach Niko Kovac, another candidate, also appeared to turn down a move on Wednesday.

"There are no grounds to doubt that I will be coach here next year," said Kovac while his sporting director Fredi Bobic said there had been no contact from Bayern and that "it's not an issue for us".

That would appear to leave Bayern with the option of luring a coach from one of their rivals, a policy that has made them unpopular among fans of other clubs in the past.

Possible candidates include RB Leipzig's Austrian coach Ralph Hasenhuettl, Augsburg's Manuel Baum and Julian Nagelsmann at Hoffenheim.

Former Bayern and Germany goalkeeper Oliver Kahn, now a television analyst, suggested they give Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane a try.

"He's won everything at Real, what else is he going to do there?" said Kahn, who dismissed worries about the language barrier. "He fits perfectly with the profile Bayern are looking for. There's no reason why he can't learn good German."

Eintracht Frankfurt coach Niko Kovac, another candidate, also appeared to turn down a move on Wednesday.

A sixth successive Bundesliga title is just a matter of time for Bayern Munich, but their search for a coach to take over next season is proving far more complicated for the Bavarians. With a massive 17-point lead, Bayern can wrap up the title with five games to spare if they win at midtable Augsburg on Saturday or if second-placed Schalke fail to beat Hamburg SV away. Bayern have proved unstoppable since 72-year-old Jupp Heynckes, who led them to a league, cup and Champions League treble in 2013, was lured out of retirement in October to replace the sacked Carlo Ancelotti. Under Heynckes, Bayern have won 18 out of 21 Bundesliga games, seven successive Champions League matches and reached the German Cup semi-finals but, despite everything, the club could not persuade him to extend his fourth stint. "I discussed it all with my wife and daughter because it wasn't easy giving everything up at home at my age," said Heynckes who is living in a Munich hotel. "You come back to an empty hotel room in the evening, which isn't fun. Most of the time I just go to bed because I'm tired." Bayern's chief executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge hopes he will find a replacement by April and has established one clear condition: the new incumbent must speak German. Despite recent dominance of the Bundesliga and an enviable structure, Bayern is not an easy club to manage. Expectations are so high that even a minor slip-up, or failure to score five or six goals against supposedly inferior opponents, make headlines. The fact that both Rummenigge and club president Uli Hoeness are among the club's most illustrious former players and are not afraid to speak their minds in public adds to the pressure. Former Mainz 05 and Borussia Dortmund coach Thomas Tuchel has already pulled out of the race while Germany coach Joachim Loew has also ruled out a move. "Tuchel told us that he's signed with another club. One has to accept that, but it's not a problem for us," said Rummenigge. Eintracht Frankfurt coach Niko Kovac, another candidate, also appeared to turn down a move on Wednesday. "There are no grounds to doubt that I will be coach here next year," said Kovac while his sporting director Fredi Bobic said there had been no contact from Bayern and that "it's not an issue for us". That would appear to leave Bayern with the option of luring a coach from one of their rivals, a policy that has made them unpopular among fans of other clubs in the past. Possible candidates include RB Leipzig's Austrian coach Ralph Hasenhuettl, Augsburg's Manuel Baum and Julian Nagelsmann at Hoffenheim. Former Bayern and Germany goalkeeper Oliver Kahn, now a television analyst, suggested they give Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane a try. "He's won everything at Real, what else is he going to do there?" said Kahn, who dismissed worries about the language barrier. "He fits perfectly with the profile Bayern are looking for. There's no reason why he can't learn good German."

Despite dominating Bundesliga, Bayern Munich struggle to find new coach

Flu-hit RB Leipzig failed to capitalise on Bayern Munich&#39;s draw against Schalke as they lost to Borussia Dortmund 1-0 on Saturday.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang&#39;s 17th goal of the season -- two more than Bayern&#39;s Lewandowski in the top goal-scorer chart in the Bundesliga -- meant Dortmund shot four places to go third in the Bundesliga standings.

Leipzig&#39;s loss mean at Dortmund that Bayern have now stretched their lead to four points, despite the sluggish performance they put on against Schalke.

Bayern started the match brightly, with their captain Philipp Lahm making his 500th appearance for the club. Bayern took the lead in the ninth minute, thanks to Lewandowski, but were then made to work hard to retain their lead.

But Schalke kept their composure and equalised four minutes later when Naldo hammered a free-kick past Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.

It completed the scoring, but both sides squandered clear first-half chances as Schalke striker Guido Burgstaller hit the crossbar, just like Lewandowski did at the other end.

Over in the Leipzig-Dortmund match, there was drama in added time as Leipzig sub Federico Palacios Martinez, making his Bundesliga debut, put the ball in Dortmund&#39;s net, but was flagged for a marginal offside.

Leipzig struggled without top-scorer Timo Werner, midfielder Diego Demme and striker Marcel Sabitzer, who all have flu, while playmaker Emil Forsberg was suspended.

&quot;We won the game, that&#39;s what counts,&quot; a relieved Reus told Sky.

&quot;We put up a good fight, it was a very aggressive game and the win is okay.&quot;

Hertha moved up to fifth with a 1-0 win at home to strugglers Ingolstadt as Japan midfielder Genki Haraguchi scored the winner after just a minute at Berlin&#39;s Olympic Stadium.

Cologne are sixth following their 1-0 win at Wolfsburg thanks to Anthony Modeste&#39;s second-half penalty, having been fouled by Wolves goalkeeper Diego Benaglio in the area.

Borussia Moenchengladbach picked up their second straight win with a 3-0 victory at home to Freiburg courtesy of goals from captain Lars Stindl, striker Raffael and winger Patrick Herrmann to go tenth.

(WION with inputs from AFP)

Bayern could only muster a draw against Schalke but Dortmund's 1-0 win over second-placed Leipzig means they are four points clear

Flu-hit RB Leipzig failed to capitalise on Bayern Munich's draw against Schalke as they lost to Borussia Dortmund 1-0 on Saturday. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's 17th goal of the season -- two more than Bayern's Lewandowski in the top goal-scorer chart in the Bundesliga -- meant Dortmund shot four places to go third in the Bundesliga standings. Leipzig's loss mean at Dortmund that Bayern have now stretched their lead to four points, despite the sluggish performance they put on against Schalke. Bayern started the match brightly, with their captain Philipp Lahm making his 500th appearance for the club. Bayern took the lead in the ninth minute, thanks to Lewandowski, but were then made to work hard to retain their lead. But Schalke kept their composure and equalised four minutes later when Naldo hammered a free-kick past Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. It completed the scoring, but both sides squandered clear first-half chances as Schalke striker Guido Burgstaller hit the crossbar, just like Lewandowski did at the other end. Over in the Leipzig-Dortmund match, there was drama in added time as Leipzig sub Federico Palacios Martinez, making his Bundesliga debut, put the ball in Dortmund's net, but was flagged for a marginal offside. Leipzig struggled without top-scorer Timo Werner, midfielder Diego Demme and striker Marcel Sabitzer, who all have flu, while playmaker Emil Forsberg was suspended. "We won the game, that's what counts," a relieved Reus told Sky. "We put up a good fight, it was a very aggressive game and the win is okay." Hertha moved up to fifth with a 1-0 win at home to strugglers Ingolstadt as Japan midfielder Genki Haraguchi scored the winner after just a minute at Berlin's Olympic Stadium. Cologne are sixth following their 1-0 win at Wolfsburg thanks to Anthony Modeste's second-half penalty, having been fouled by Wolves goalkeeper Diego Benaglio in the area. Borussia Moenchengladbach picked up their second straight win with a 3-0 victory at home to Freiburg courtesy of goals from captain Lars Stindl, striker Raffael and winger Patrick Herrmann to go tenth. (WION with inputs from AFP)

Bayern Munich sluggish but stretch lead as Leipzig fall to Dortmund

Borussia Moenchengladbach have accused Bundesliga bosses of favouritism towards Bayern Munich as they face a successive Friday night match, three days after a mid-week game in Europe.

Gladbach were held to a 1-1 draw home to Celtic in the Champions League on Tuesday and play Hertha Berlin away in a key Bundesliga match on Friday.

It is the second time in quick succession Gladbach have been given a short turn-around by the German Football League (DFL) after they drew 0-0 with Frankfurt last Friday, three days after a German Cup win home to Stuttgart.

Borussia, 11th in Germany&#39;s top flight, are struggling for form and are winless in their last four German league games.

&quot;I have to say, what were the league thinking giving a Champions League side a game directly on a Friday?&quot; Max Eberl, Gladbach&#39;s director of sport, asked magazine Kicker.

&quot;That would never happen to Bayern Munich. I have never heard of Bayern playing on a Friday after a Champions League game.

&quot;They always play on Saturdays and Sundays. Borussia Moenchengladbach must now run out at Hertha Berlin. I find that extremely unfortunate.&quot;

Following their Champions League draw Gladbach remain third in Group C, three points behind Manchester City, who they host in three weeks&#39; time in a must-win clash.

Eberl is realistic about his side&#39;s chances of progressing to the knock-out stages with Pep Guardiola&#39;s City and Barcelona in pole position to reach the last 16.

But the Germans are still mathematically in contention and third at least carries automatic qualification for the Europa League, if it comes to that.

&quot;We still have matters in our own hands and can go into the winter break (in January) in the Europa League,&quot; said Eberl.

&quot;Bold fans have dreamt of &#39;a final&#39; against Manchester City, but that was not in our heads against Celtic.&quot;

(AFP)

Gladbach were held to a 1-1 draw home to Celtic in the Champions League on Tuesday and play Hertha Berlin on Friday

Borussia Moenchengladbach have accused Bundesliga bosses of favouritism towards Bayern Munich as they face a successive Friday night match, three days after a mid-week game in Europe. Gladbach were held to a 1-1 draw home to Celtic in the Champions League on Tuesday and play Hertha Berlin away in a key Bundesliga match on Friday. It is the second time in quick succession Gladbach have been given a short turn-around by the German Football League (DFL) after they drew 0-0 with Frankfurt last Friday, three days after a German Cup win home to Stuttgart. Borussia, 11th in Germany's top flight, are struggling for form and are winless in their last four German league games. "I have to say, what were the league thinking giving a Champions League side a game directly on a Friday?" Max Eberl, Gladbach's director of sport, asked magazine Kicker. "That would never happen to Bayern Munich. I have never heard of Bayern playing on a Friday after a Champions League game. "They always play on Saturdays and Sundays. Borussia Moenchengladbach must now run out at Hertha Berlin. I find that extremely unfortunate." Following their Champions League draw Gladbach remain third in Group C, three points behind Manchester City, who they host in three weeks' time in a must-win clash. Eberl is realistic about his side's chances of progressing to the knock-out stages with Pep Guardiola's City and Barcelona in pole position to reach the last 16. But the Germans are still mathematically in contention and third at least carries automatic qualification for the Europa League, if it comes to that. "We still have matters in our own hands and can go into the winter break (in January) in the Europa League," said Eberl. "Bold fans have dreamt of 'a final' against Manchester City, but that was not in our heads against Celtic." (AFP)

'Wouldn't happen to Bayern', fumes Gladbach boss

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Borussia Dortmund&#39;s Henrikh Mkhitaryan after making an &quot;improved offer&quot; for the midfielder, the Bundesliga club&#39;s CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has said. 
 
The Armenia international has been linked by British media with a move to Old Trafford under new manager Jose Mourinho. 
 
&quot;The situation is now different. Manchester have made a much improved offer,&quot; Watzke told Sport Bild magazine. 
 
&quot;In situations like this there are always a lot of different things to consider and in the end at one point we have to make a decision. 
 
&quot;As we are back in training on Monday we will decide at the weekend. I have contacted the relevant people and we will weigh things up ...then the board will make the decision.&quot; 
 
The 27-year-old scored 11 goals in 31 league games as Dortmund finished second last season and could be Mourinho&#39;s second signing at United after defender Eric Bailly&#39;s arrival from Villarreal. 
 
(Reuters)

The midfielder displayed good form for the German club which finished second in the Bundesliga last season

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of Borussia Dortmund's Henrikh Mkhitaryan after making an "improved offer" for the midfielder, the Bundesliga club's CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has said. The Armenia international has been linked by British media with a move to Old Trafford under new manager Jose Mourinho. "The situation is now different. Manchester have made a much improved offer," Watzke told Sport Bild magazine. "In situations like this there are always a lot of different things to consider and in the end at one point we have to make a decision. "As we are back in training on Monday we will decide at the weekend. I have contacted the relevant people and we will weigh things up ...then the board will make the decision." The 27-year-old scored 11 goals in 31 league games as Dortmund finished second last season and could be Mourinho's second signing at United after defender Eric Bailly's arrival from Villarreal. (Reuters)

United make 'improved offer' for Dortmund's Mkhitaryan

Germany winger Leroy Sane has signed a five-year deal for Manchester City, both the Premier League side and his now former Bundesliga club Schalke 04 confirmed Tuesday. 
 
City tweeted a picture of the 20-year-old Sane signing a contract, which is reportedly worth $37 million plus add-ons, after he completed the medical examination in Manchester on Monday. 
 
&quot;One of the reasons I decided to join City was Pep Guardiola; he convinced me to come here and that I can continue to progress,&quot; said Sane on the Man City website. 
 
&quot;I know I will learn a lot under him and now I can take the next step in my career.&quot; If the figure is confirmed, it will make Sane the most expensive German signing of all time. &quot;We have given the green light for the transfer.&nbsp;Those in charge of Manchester City behaved professionally at all times. There were difficult, but fair discussions,&quot; said Schalke&#39;s director of sport Christian Heidel. 
 
Sane is a rising star in the Germany squad and has already posed for pictures with City fans in Manchester. 
 
The reported transfer figure seems astronomical given that Sane has made just 47 Bundesliga appearances, scoring 11 goals and creating seven more, since his debut in Germany&#39;s top flight in April 2014. 
 
The fleet-footed forward made the last of his four international appearances for the world champions as a late replacement in last month&#39;s 2-0 defeat to hosts France in the Euro 2016 semi-finals. 
 
Sane, who scored eight goals in 33 Bundesliga games last season, was missing when Schalke flew to their pre-season training camp in Austria on Monday. 
 
(AFP)

The $37 million figure seems astronomical given that he has made just 47 Bundesliga appearances since his debut with Germany in 2014

Germany winger Leroy Sane has signed a five-year deal for Manchester City, both the Premier League side and his now former Bundesliga club Schalke 04 confirmed Tuesday. City tweeted a picture of the 20-year-old Sane signing a contract, which is reportedly worth $37 million plus add-ons, after he completed the medical examination in Manchester on Monday. "One of the reasons I decided to join City was Pep Guardiola; he convinced me to come here and that I can continue to progress," said Sane on the Man City website. "I know I will learn a lot under him and now I can take the next step in my career." If the figure is confirmed, it will make Sane the most expensive German signing of all time. "We have given the green light for the transfer. Those in charge of Manchester City behaved professionally at all times. There were difficult, but fair discussions," said Schalke's director of sport Christian Heidel. Sane is a rising star in the Germany squad and has already posed for pictures with City fans in Manchester. The reported transfer figure seems astronomical given that Sane has made just 47 Bundesliga appearances, scoring 11 goals and creating seven more, since his debut in Germany's top flight in April 2014. The fleet-footed forward made the last of his four international appearances for the world champions as a late replacement in last month's 2-0 defeat to hosts France in the Euro 2016 semi-finals. Sane, who scored eight goals in 33 Bundesliga games last season, was missing when Schalke flew to their pre-season training camp in Austria on Monday. (AFP)

Leroy Sane leaves Schalke to join Pep Guardiola's Manchester City

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