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How karate is helping Nigerian women protect themselves
Zainab Saleh found karate as a young girl. Now she uses her annual women-only championship to advocate for the sport in a country where domestic violence and mass kidnapping is endangering the lives of women and girls. SOURCE: DW News
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Bundesliga: Why are Frankfurt, Wolfsburg and RB Leipzig struggling?
Eintracht Frankfurt, Wolfsburg and RB Leipzig all finished in European qualification places last year, but this season they are struggling. Jasmine Baba explains why things are different for the Bundesliga trio. SOURCE: DW News
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Germany back at clinical best as they thrash Israel
After a sluggish victory in Israel last week, Martina Voss-Tecklenburg’s Germany side were back at their clinical best on Tuesday. A 7-0 victory in Essen sees their perfect qualifying campaign continue. SOURCE: DW News
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German Cup: Gladbach vs Bayern Munich live blog
The German Cup second round has produced a clash of titans as Borussia Mönchengladbach welcome record titleholders Bayern Munich to Borussia-Park on Wednesday night. Follow all the build-up in DW’s match blog. SOURCE: DW News
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Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann tests positive for COVID-19
The 34-year-old head coach missed his team’s win over Benfica in Lisbon, feeling unwell. Despite being fully vaccinated, he has since tested positive for COVID-19. SOURCE: DW News
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Champions League: Leroy Sané delivers win for patient Bayern Munich
In an entertaining European encounter, Bayern Munich sealed the win expected of them. Leroy Sané scored a sensational goal but it was Bayern’s patient that impressed the most. SOURCE: DW News
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Champions League: Borussia Dortmund outclassed by awesome Ajax
Borussia Dortmund were stunned in Amsterdam by a stunning performance from hosts Ajax. Dortmund’s Dutch opponents delivered such a dynamic display the Bundesliga side stood no chance. SOURCE: DW News
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How football built bridges between Israel and Germany
Football was one of the catalysts for the ever-warming relations between Germany and Israel. As the German women’s national team travels to Tel Aviv, DW revisits how the sport built bridges between the two countries SOURCE: DW News
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Thailand to host top world badminton events in 2022
Thailand is set to host the the world’s top badminton events next year after being chosen as the location for the Thomas Cup and Uber Cup finals. The Thomas Cup is the men’s team event, and the Uber Cup is for the women’s teams. The tournament is set to take place in Bangkok between May 8-15. This is the 2nd…
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Borussia Dortmund: Reus, Haaland score but Malen must wait
Marco Reus and Erling Haaland were on the scoresheet again as Borussia Dortmund eased past Mainz. But the third member of their attacking trio, new big money signing Donyell Malen, is not yet off the mark in the league. SOURCE: DW News
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Bundesliga live: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Bayern Munich
The Bundesliga returns after an international break with a meeting of the top two. Can Leverkusen prove to be geunine title contenders, or is it another false dawn. Follow all the live buildup here. SOURCE: DW News
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Bundesliga: Boom and bust for Cologne as Hoffenheim win big
Ihlas Bebou scored twice for Hoffenheim as they ripped apart Cologne for a much-needed victory on Friday night. Cologne’s five-game unbeaten run came to a grinding halt on a ground where they often struggle. SOURCE: DW News
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Christian Streich and Jürgen Klopp criticize Saudi takeover of Newcastle United
Freiburg coach Christian Streich says the Saudi Arabian takeover of Newcastle United is “unbelievable”. The outspoken coach has been joined by Jürgen Klopp in criticizing a deal that’s unthinkable in German football. SOURCE: DW News
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Germany qualify for World Cup — Jamal Musiala’s former coach: ‘He still calls me sir’
Jamal Musiala became Germany’s youngest-ever male goalscorer in a competitive match on Monday as World Cup qualification was sealed. His former coach told DW about Musiala’s path from English talent to German star. SOURCE: DW News
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Germany win in wet Skopje to secure 2022 World Cup spot
Thanks to a big win over North Macedonia, Germany have qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. A lot has changed since their last meeting. SOURCE: DW News
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Germany better under Hansi Flick, says North Macedonia coach Blagoja Milevski
North Macedonia made headlines after beating Germany in a World Cup qualifier earlier this year. Can they do it again? Coach Blagoja Milevski tells DW that although the Germans have improved, another win is achievable. SOURCE: DW News
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Saudi Arabia and Newcastle United: Deal follows Qatari agreement and assurances to Premier League
After Saudi Arabia resolved a dispute with Qatari broadcaster BeIN Sports, a Saudi-led consortium has taken over Newcastle United. The purchase – condemned by human rights campaigners – could not happen in Germany. SOURCE: DW News
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Saudi Arabia and Newcastle United: Would a takeover be possible in the Bundesliga?
After Saudi Arabia resolved a dispute with Qatari broadcaster BeIN Sports, the Kingdom is set to lead a takeover of Newcastle United. Such deals are common in England’s Premier League – but not in the German Bundesliga. SOURCE: DW News
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New sexual misconduct allegations in women’s football
Footballers in Australia and Venezuela have revealed harassment and sexual abuse within their respective countries. The new claims comes in the wake of a sexual misconduct case in the US. SOURCE: DW News
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Karim Adeyemi: Germany’s future star on verge of big move
After making his German national team debut and impressing in Austria, Munich-born Adeyemi looks set to be the next Red Bull Salzburg talent to secure a big move elsewhere, with boyhood club Bayern a likely destination. SOURCE: DW News
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Women’s Bundesliga: Deja vu for Wolfsburg hands Bayern Munich title advantage
Freiburg had failed to win a point all season but once again they have put a serious dent in Wolfsburg’s title hopes after a draw on Saturday. Elsewhere in women’s football, there are disturbing allegations in the NWSL. SOURCE: DW News
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German reunification: What happened to East Germany’s top football clubs?
After German reunification, East Germany’s top football clubs were integrated into the Bundesliga pyramid. But they struggled to compete and some huge names have slipped down the leagues. SOURCE: DW News
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‘Stasi club’ BFC Dynamo: What happened to the record East German champions?
With the anniversary of German unification on Sunday, the 10-time East German champions are languishing in the fourth division. BFC Dynamo are a unique club battling with the specters of past and present. SOURCE: DW News
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Bundesliga: Fredi Bobic has work cut out at perennial crisis club Hertha Berlin
Hertha Berlin slipped to a fifth defeat of the season at home to Freiburg. Despite massive funding from investor Lars Windhorst, sporting director Fredi Bobic has a huge job on his hands. He insists it will take time. SOURCE: DW News
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Champions League: Leroy Sané all smiles in big Bayern Munich win
Bayern Munich got the win expected of them at home against Dynamo Kyiv, but it was the performance of former Schalke winger Leroy Sané that caught the eye. SOURCE: DW News
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World Cup every two years? A reform that could divide football
FIFA wants to hold a World Cup biennially instead of every four years. Europeans and South Americans are strictly against it, while other continents are open to the planned reform. SOURCE: DW News
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‘Farewell and a new start’: Freiburg say goodbye to historic Dreisamstadion
After 67 years, Freiburg bid farewell to their beloved stadium in style. In October, they will move into a new, modern arena, but the memories of one of Germany’s most iconic football grounds will remain. SOURCE: DW News
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Bundesliga: Midfield maestro Denis Zakaria seals unhappy Gladbach return for Marco Rose
Borussia Dortmund coach Marco Rose received a hostile reception upon his return to his former club. Denis Zakaria almost left Gladbach, too, but after a match-winning performance, the Foals will be delighted he stayed. SOURCE: DW News
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Bundesliga: Alphonso Davies revels in new role as Bayern dust off Greuther Fürth
Bayern Munich made light work of Bundesliga newcomers Greuther Fürth on Friday night, winning 3-1. The game was notable for a new, advanced role for Alphonso Davies, who thrived as a wide forward. SOURCE: DW News
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Orban-backed football club causing a stir in Slovakia
An ethnic Hungarian football club is thriving in Slovakia’s top-flight league, thanks partly to funding from the Hungarian government. DW visited the club, DAC, as they faced off against rivals Slovan Bratislava. SOURCE: DW News
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