Bayern vs. Hertha Highlights Midweek Bundesliga Action

Sep 19, 2016 by Alex Baker

Unlike in England, midweek matches are not that common in the Bundesliga. Hence, with round four’s action sandwiched in for Tuesday and Wednesday, they’re having what’s known as an “English week” in the German top-flight this week.

It’s a full round of action with some tantalizing matches, including a clash between the two teams currently tied at the top of the table.

Here’s what to watch while you’re on lunch this week, or sneaking a stream on your tablet under the desk.

Wolfsburg vs. Borussia Dortmund

Having followed-up their 6-0 Champions League thrashing of Legia Warsaw in midweek with similar hammering of Darmstadt in the league Saturday, Borussia Dortmund is perhaps the in-form team in Europe currently. Next up for Thomas Tuchel’s men is a trip to Volkswagen Arena... Read More

Dortmund Aim to 'Cause Problems' for Bayern

Aug 10, 2016 by Alex Baker

While there have been some significant outs in Borussia Dortmund’s transfer business, manager Thomas Tuchel seems to be doing an admirable job of balancing the team’s losses with some smart acquisitions.

So while the loss of last season’s Bundesliga-leading assist-maker Henrikh Mkhitaryan to Manchester United is a blow, it’s one that’s been softened by the return of Mario Gotze from Bayern Munich and the acquisition of Andre Schurrle from Wolfsburg.

But ultimately Dortmund’s success or failure in this summer’s transfer market could hinge upon the Bundesliga runner-up’s ability to keep hold of striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The Gabonese goal-getter was linked with moves to Real Madrid and Manchester City earlier this summer.

However, Aubameyang, who scored 25 goals in the Bundesliga last season, has made a very public... Read More