But sources have told Football Insider that Bellingham’s preference would be to join Liverpool if he does move this summer.

With the exception of a three-year spell in his home city of Munich, Mats Hummels has played for Borussia Dortmund since the 2007/08 season and has made 468 of his 586 club appearances in total in a Black & Yellow shirt. With BVB, he has won the German Championship in 2011 and 2012 plus the DFB-Pokal in 2012 and 2021. He became a World Cup winner with the national team in 2014 while a Borussia Dortmund player. “With his experience and leadership, it’s very good that Mats will still be available to our young team next season,” sporting director Sebastian Kehl explained. 

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A Friday evening game under the floodlights between two historic Bundesliga clubs saw Borussia Dortmund win 1-0 against SV Werder Bremen, courtesy of Julian Brandt’s delicate chip (67’). The Green-Whites defended bravely against the attacking riches of the hosts, but they lacked the necessary edge when going forward. Here’s the full match report.

The 46-year-old, who, as well as his mother tongue, can also speak English, German and Spanish, has moved to FCA from his position as head coach of the Danish first-division side Viborg FF, having also successfully worked in the same role at Aalborg BK. The Dane, who holds a UEFA Pro licence, has signed a contract with FCA until 30th June 2025 and will get to work with the team for the first time this Wednesday..

“They’re very strong of course. Bayern are one of the candidates with us [to win] and you can see what they have done, they beat one of the other contenders in Paris Saint-Germain,” Begiristain said in comments captured by @iMiaSanMia. “They are a very strong team, very solid. It’s going to be very difficult, but also I guess we’ll also be difficult for them. Any time, it’s going to be a tough and wonderful game. Two good coaches, a lot of good players on the pitch.”

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No real chances to speak of in the first half | Baumgartner and Xavi go closest for RBL | More opportunities in frantic second half | Mainz score two quick goals

OFC VfB Americana organised its first watch party in Youngstown for the away match in Heidenheim, and was thrilled by the high level of interest shown. Further events are to follow soon.

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