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Hoffenheim sign Patrick Wimmer from Wolfsburg
4.6.26 Hoffenheim: Transfers
Patrick Wimmer has joined Hoffenheim from Wolfsburg on a long-term contract. The 25-year-old Austrian attacking midfielder, who is set to represent Austria at the upcoming FIFA World Cup, brings Bundesliga experience and attacking versatility to Hoffenheim. Sporting director Paul Pajduch praised Wimmer's intensity and one-on-one ability. Wimmer has made 125 Bundesliga appearances, recording 16 goals and 23 assists, and has earned 30 caps for Austria.
Augsburg secure Brackelmann on long-term deal
30.5.26 Augsburg: Transfers
Augsburg have signed centre-back Calvin Brackelmann on a free transfer from Paderborn. The 26-year-old has agreed to a contract until 2030 after making 63 appearances for Paderborn. Sporting director Benni Weber highlighted Brackelmann's athletic qualities and suitability for the club, while the defender said he believes Augsburg is the ideal next step in his career and is looking forward to helping the team next season.
Neuer to miss German Cup final with calf injury
23.5.26 Bayern: Injuries
Manuel Neuer will miss the German Cup final for Bayern Munich because of a calf injury, but sporting director Max Eberl said the issue will not affect his place in Germany national football team's World Cup squad. Neuer recently came out of international retirement and is expected to be Germany's No. 1 goalkeeper at the tournament. Backup Jonas Urbig is set to start the final against Stuttgart.
Neuer faces calf tests before cup final
21.5.26 Bayern: Injuries
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is undergoing crucial medical tests to determine if he can play in Saturday's DFB-Pokal final against Stuttgart and remain available for Germany at the World Cup. The 40-year-old was forced off with a calf injury in Bayern's 5-1 win over Koln and has missed training since. He will have his calf examined Thursday.
Neuer downplays calf concern
18.5.26 Bayern: Injuries
Manuel Neuer left Bayern Munich's 5-1 win over Koln after 60 minutes with a calf issue but later explained he did not want to take risks. "I just felt something in my left side, and I'd had a bit of a calf problem there, I just didn't want to take any more risks. That's why I went off. I wasn't afraid of the beer showers," he said with a laugh. His comments suggest the problem is minor, though his fitness will be monitored ahead of the DFB-Pokal final against Stuttgart.
Neuer injury clouds Bayern's celebrations
17.5.26 Bayern: Injuries
Bayern Munich's 5-1 victory over Koln was overshadowed by concern for goalkeeper Manuel Neuer. The veteran was substituted in the 59th minute after pointing to his left leg and heading to the dressing room with the team doctor. Reports suggest Neuer may miss the upcoming DFB Pokal final against Stuttgart, with Jonas Urbig expected to start in goal.
| Team | Pts | GD | W-D-L | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Schalke | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Union | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | RB Leipzig | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Paderborn | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Augsburg | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Hoffenh. | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Mainz | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Koln | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Frankfurt | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Freiburg | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Hamburg | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Werder | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Bayern | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Stuttgart | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Bayer L. | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Borussia | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Dortmund | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
| 1 | Elversberg | 0 | 0 | 0-0-0 (0) |
German Bundesliga stats
| Home wins | 0% |
| Draws | 0% |
| Away wins | 0% |
League format : Germany : Bundesliga 2026/2027
The German Bundesliga consists of 18 teams and operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the 2. Bundesliga. Each team plays two games against all the other league rivals during the season, one game at home and one game away. The club with the most points at the end of the season becomes German champion.
If teams are level on points, tie-breakers are applied in the following order: goal difference, total goals scored, head-to-head points, head-to-head goals scored, head-to-head away goals scored, total away goals scored.
Currently, the top four teams enter directly into the group stage of the Champions League. The two teams at the bottom are relegated directly, while the 16th-placed team is sent to a relegation playoff.