On the streets: 'Football is safe!' Fan protest in Leipzig In a weekly Newsletter, Matt Ford keeps an eye on the action off the pitch in the Bundesliga and German football, explaining what’s going on from choreographies to fan protests to finances.

🇩🇪 On the streets this week:

🚩 Thousands of German ultras gathered in Leipzig to protest against proposed new stadium security measures
🗣️ "We cannot allow these measures to be implemented. Our unique fan culture is at stake."

⬇️ Full story on Gegenpressing:
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Germany vs. Slovakia preview: Group A decider in Leipzig Germany and Slovakia meet on Monday evening in Leipzig for a straight shootout to determine top spot in Group A of 2026 World Cup qualifying.

Germany and Slovakia meet on Monday evening in Leipzig for a straight shootout to determine top spot in Group A of 2026 World Cup qualifying. #DFB

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Germany run riot against Slovakia to book World Cup spot Germany would run riot in Leipzig, beating Slovakia 6-0 to book their spot at the 2026 World Cup.

Germany thrashed Slovakia 6-0 to secure their spot at the World Cup in 2026. #DFB

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VfB Stuttgart: Where things stand at the break With domestic action paused for the international break, Bulinews brings you a round-up of all things VfB Stuttgart.

With domestic action paused for the international break, Bulinews brings you a round-up of all things VfB Stuttgart 👇 #VfB

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Stuttgart get back to winning ways in Europe after late surge VfB Stuttgart got back to winning ways in the Europa League after two late goals from Bilal El Khannouss and Deniz Undav.

VfB Stuttgart got back to winning ways in the Europa League after two late goals from Bilal El Khannouss and Deniz Undav. #VfB

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Rob Edwards' potential Middlesbrough exit takes new twist - "There's no way back" The saga between Rob Edwards, Middlesbrough and Wolves continues, and Boro fans are not happy.

Rob Edwards' Middlesbrough future has been further plunged into doubt, with the cancellation of today's press conference.

Fans are understandably furious…. ✍️ #WWFC #UTB
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Stuttgart get back to winning ways in Europe after late surge VfB Stuttgart got back to winning ways in the Europa League after two late goals from Bilal El Khannouss and Deniz Undav.

They had to scrap for it, but Stuttgart got back to winning ways in the Europa League with a 2-0 win against Feyenoord.

Late goals from Bilal El Khannouss and Deniz Undav sealed the deal on home soil✍️
#VfBFEY
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Heidenheim vs Eintracht Frankfurt preview: Relegation fight meets European chase at Voith-Arena Heidenheim host Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday in a clash that could shape both ends of the Bundesliga table - with the hosts fighting for survival and the visitors pushing towards Europe.

Heidenheim host Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday in a clash that could shape both ends of the Bundesliga table - with the hosts fighting for survival and the visitors pushing towards Europe. #FCH #SGE

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RB Leipzig vs. VfB Stuttgart preview: Huge top-three clash at Red Bull Arena Two of the Bundesliga's early-season pace-setters meet on Saturday, as RB Leipzig host VfB Stuttgart.

Two of the Bundesliga's early-season pace-setters meet on Saturday, as RB Leipzig host VfB Stuttgart. #RBLeipzig #VfB

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Union Berlin vs. SC Freiburg preview: Both sides aiming to edge closer to Europe A victory for either Union Berlin or Freiburg on Saturday afternoon could bring them within touching distance of the European qualification spots, with both sides currently separated by just a point i...

A victory for either Union Berlin or Freiburg on Saturday afternoon could bring them within touching distance of the European qualification spots, with both sides currently separated by just a point in mid-table. #FCU #SCF

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Stuttgart complete Mainz double with cup victory VfB Stuttgart followed up their weekend victory with another win over Mainz, sealing a 2-0 success to reach the DFB-Pokal round of 16.

VfB Stuttgart followed up their weekend victory with another win over Mainz, sealing a 2-0 success to reach the DFB-Pokal round of 16. #M05 #VfB

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Gladbach edge past Karlsruhe in tense cup tie Borussia Mönchengladbach narrowly edged past 2. Bundesliga side Karlsruher SC to reach the third round of the DFB-Pokal.

Borussia Mönchengladbach won on home soil for the first time in seven months, as they beat Karlsruhe 3-1 at Borussia-Park.

KSC good value, but just lacked the extra something to come out on top against Bundesliga opposition. Match report from Borussia-Park 👇
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Confirmed lineups: Borussia Mönchengladbach vs. Karlsruher SC The lineups have been announced ahead of tonight's DFB-Pokal second round tie between Borussia Mönchengladbach and Karlsruher SC.

KSC are aiming to cause an upset as they face Borussia Mönchengladbach in the second round of the DFB-Pokal.

All coverage of tonight's clash over on @bulinews.com, starring with the lineups ahead of what should be a cracking cup tie 👇
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PSG run riot in Germany as Leverkusen collapse European champions Paris Saint-Germain dispatched Bayer Leverkusen 7-2 at the BayArena, leaving Die Werkself three matches without a win in the Champions League.

Kasper Hjulmand’s unbeaten start as Bayer Leverkusen boss is over.

His side were dismantled 7-2 by Paris Saint-Germain, with the European champions in ruthless form on their first return to the Bundesrepublik since lifting the trophy in Munich
#B04PSG
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Stuttgart's response shows Hoeneß still has players' trust - but consistency is the real test After a week of criticism following the collapse in Freiburg, Stuttgart's 2-0 win over St. Pauli offered a gilmpse of their old fluency - yet whether it signals a true revival remains to be seen.

After a week of criticism following the collapse in Freiburg, Stuttgart's 2-0 win over St. Pauli offered a gilmpse of their old fluency - yet whether it signals a true revival remains to be seen. #VfB

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Demirovic inspires Stuttgart to much-needed win over St. Pauli Stuttgart secured only their second Bundesliga victory of the 2025/26 season with a 2-0 win over St. Pauli at MHPArena, easing some of the pressure that had grown after their late collapse in Freiburg...

Stuttgart secured a much-needed win over St. Pauli. #VfB #FCSP

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Stuttgart responded perfectly to last week's late collapse, with an Ermedin Demirovic-inspired win against St. Pauli.

Match report from Neckarstadion 👇

Stuttgart find resilience amid chaos in narrow win over Gladbach Sebastian Hoeneß’s side responds to a turbulent week with a clean sheet, three points, and a Brustring-centenary celebration on home soil.

❌ Woltemade gone
🤕 Undav injured
🔥 Midweek Pokal chaos
✅ Still found a way v Gladbach

Chema Andres the matchwinner, Nübel the wall, Neckarstadion at its best.

Match feature for @bulinews.com on Stuttgart's much-needed response👇
#VfB #Bundesliga
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VfB Stuttgart 2025/26 season preview: Transfers, pre-season, predicted lineup & predictions A full-preview of VfB Stuttgart's 2025/26 season - including summer transfers, pre-season results, predicted starting XI and expectations for the upcoming campaign.

⚪🔴🐊 A look ahead to VfB Stuttgart’s upcoming 2025/26 season after the sensational DFB-Pokal triumph back in May👇 #VfB
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Anyone have a clue where to watch Schalke vs Hertha in the UK tonight?

Heidenheim stage comeback in play-off first leg Coming back from 2-0 down, Heidenheim were able to pick up a draw on home soil in the promotion/relegation play-off first leg against Elversberg.

Coming back from 2-0 down, Heidenheim were able to pick up a draw on home soil in the promotion/relegation play-off first leg against Elversberg. #FCA #DieElv

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Bremen and St. Pauli play out stalemate Werder Bremen and St. Pauli played out a 0-0 draw at Weserstadion in a tense encounter.

Werder Bremen and St. Pauli played out a 0-0 draw at Weserstadion in a tense encounter. #Werder #SVW #FCSP

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The Freiburg way: The art of football authenticity How SC Freiburg quietly became one of Europe's most authentic clubs. A story of identity, trust and success, without selling its soul.

How SC Freiburg quietly became one of Europe's most authentic clubs. A story of identity, trust and success, without selling its soul.

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The Freiburg way: The art of football authenticity How SC Freiburg quietly became one of Europe's most authentic clubs. A story of identity, trust and success, without selling its soul.

Over the weekend, @camjsmith.bsky.social visited Freiburg to chat with fans and get a firsthand look at what makes the club so special. Here's what he found 👇 #SCF #Bundesliga

The Freiburg way: The art of football authenticity How SC Freiburg quietly became one of Europe's most authentic clubs. A story of identity, trust and success, without selling its soul.

A deep dive into one of Europe’s most distinctive football cities and its remarkable club.

What exactly is The Freiburg Way?

It’s a story of identity, trust, and sustainable success, proof that you don’t have to sell your soul to climb the table ✍️👇
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Oberderdingen auf die Eins

Bayern fans protesting the cost of European away tickets.

Freiburg vs. Borussia Dortmund preview: Significant clash with European implications Freiburg welcome Borussia Dortmund to Europa-Park Stadion for a clash with huge stakes regarding the race for European football.

Freiburg welcome Borussia Dortmund to Europa-Park Stadion for a clash with huge stakes regarding the race for European football. #SCF #BVB

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Heidenheim vs. Bayer Leverkusen preview: Champions travel to face resurgent Heidenheim Bayer Leverkusen’s slim Bundesliga title hopes rest on taking all three points when they face relegation-threatened Heidenheim at Voith-Arena on Saturday.

Bayer Leverkusen’s slim Bundesliga title hopes rest on taking all three points when they face relegation-threatened Heidenheim at Voith-Arena on Saturday. #FCH #B04

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De Bruyne one of the all-time greats in the Premier League. So consistent, has won so much and has been integral to #mcfc dominance. I still fondly remember his days in the #Bundesliga with Werder and Wolfsburg. He was phenomenal even then.