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Hamburg's promotion pitch invasion sees 25 hospitalised, one with 'life-threatening injuries'

5 days ago | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor |Luke Bosher

A "major emergency medical response" had to be deployed after Hamburg's promotion to the Bundesliga was confirmed following their 6-1 home win over Ulm on Saturday. Thousands of fans rushed onto the pitch at the full-time whistle, resulting in injuries to several, the Hamburg Fire Department confirmed in a statement. The Hamburg Fire Department said 25 people had been taken to local hospitals, five with minor injuries, 19 with serious injuries and one with life-threatening injuries.
Jonathan Tah confirms Bayer Leverkusen exit at end of his contract

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor |Luke Bosher

Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah has confirmed he will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of this season. Tah, 29, last signed a contract extension in September 2021, adding two years onto his terms which were due to run until 2023. Tah's future has been the subject of discussion as his contract runs down. Bayern Munich have previously held interest in the Germany international but did not move for him last summer due to Leverkusen's €30million (£25.7m; $34.1m) asking price.
Aston Villa working to close deal to sign midfielder Sverre Nypan

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor |David Ornstein

Aston Villa are working to close a deal to sign midfield talent Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg. Nypan has been a target for the likes of Villa, Arsenal and Girona - holding talks with them all in the winter market before deciding to readdress the situation ahead of the summer window. There is optimism at Villa Park that the coveted 18-year-old is enthusiastic about a move there, although they must still agree personal terms and a fee with Rosenborg, so a deal is not yet done.
Canada accused of 'gross negligence' with Alphonso Davies injury by Bayern Munich executive

1 month ago | nytimes.com | Leon Imber |Sebastian Stafford-Bloor

Bayern Munich chief executive Jan-Christian Dreesen has accused Canada Soccer of being "grossly negligent" in its handling of Alphonso Davies' anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury. Dreesen said Bayern "reserve the right" to take legal action and has demanded a full investigation from Canada Soccer.
Bayern Munich to make late decision on Harry Kane before Celtic Champions League playoff tie

2 months ago | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor |Alex Brodie

Bayern Munich will make a late decision on whether Harry Kane will face Celtic before the second leg of their Champions League playoff tie on Tuesday. The 31-year-old England forward suffered a facial injury in the 0-0 Bundesliga draw with Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday but completed the 90 minutes. Kane then sat out Bayern training before the return leg against Celtic at the Allianz Arena and head coach Vincent Kompany said a decision would be made on the day of the game.
Tottenham in Mathys Tel talks with Bayern Munich

Jan 30, 2025 | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor |Dan Sheldon

Tel, 19, has been on the margins of the Bayern squad since arriving from Rennes in 2022, and is seeking a move away from Allianz Arena in pursuit of playing time. The France Under-21 international has started just nine Bundesliga games over the past three seasons and his development has stalled as a result. Spurs' interest is advanced and there is hope that a deal could potentially be agreed for around €60million (£50.2m; $62.5m).
Arsenal working on deal to sign Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg

Jan 24, 2025 | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor |James McNicholas |David Ornstein

Arsenal are working on a deal to sign midfielder Sverre Nypan from Rosenborg. Dialogue between the clubs and with the player's representatives is advancing, as Arsenal try to land the 18-year-old Norway youth international. However, a firm decision on his future has yet to be made and no agreements are in place - meaning the situation remains open. Nypan is regarded as one of the best prospects in Europe, having made his Norwegian league debut in 2022 aged just 15.
Exactly what Son needed, Bergvall shines again

Jan 23, 2025 | nytimes.com | Jay Harris |Sebastian Stafford-Bloor

Spurs travelled to Germany with a squad depleted by injuries, with Pape Matar Sarr the latest to pull out with a hamstring issue picked up in the training session the day before the game. Ange Postecoglou had to name a weakened starting XI, while five teenagers were on the bench, but his side still managed to secure a crucial 3-2 victory over Hoffenheim. James Maddison opened the scoring and Son Heung-Min extended their lead midway through the first half.
Bayern Munich, Mathys Tel and a career in a curious state of limbo

Jan 16, 2025 | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor

On Wednesday night at Allianz Arena, with Bayern Munich sitting on a 3-0 half-time lead over Hoffenheim, Mathys Tel was given 45 minutes to remind the world of just how good he is. Tel, 19, is a mighty talent but a curious case. He has hardly been seen this season. He has started only two Bundesliga games in 2024-25 — most recently against Borussia Dortmund in November — and, before Wednesday, had played just over 350 minutes of club football in all competitions.
Doctor Football, the Red Bull cosmos and giving people wings

Jan 15, 2025 | nytimes.com | Sebastian Stafford-Bloor

Jurgen Klopp cracked open a can of Red Bull and got to work. "I want to give people wings," he said at a press conference on Tuesday as he was introduced as Red Bull's new global head of football. The company's headquarters is a glass-ceilinged hangar adjacent to the airport in Salzburg, Austria.