“I’m annoyed,” Nagelsmann said of the situation (via @iMiaSanMia). “The person who leaks something like that harms every single player, that’s not in the spirit of the matter.”

Merlin Röhl was denied by Gladbach keeper Moritz Nicolas in the second minute in what was a good start for SC. Christian Streich’s wish of more aggression in duels was granted and Freiburg began strongly. After seven minutes, Lucas Höler had a great chance to make it 1-0 after Philipp Lienhart’s header, but could only put the ball into the arms of Nicolas. Just a minute later though, the forward went one better to open the scoring. Röhl, who received a nice ball from Kiliann Sildillia, lifted his head up to square it across the six-yard box for Höler, leaving him the simple task of scoring into an empty net.

“In my professional career, I have worked almost exclusively with the Bitburger brewery. That is also why there is great trust in the people at the helm. Bitburger’s expertise when it comes to sponsorship is already one-of-a-kind – just like its beer,” said TSG managing director Denni Strich. “We look forward to working together to come up with a number of great ideas and moments for our fans.”

Werner, Raum and Openda (2) score in the first half | Leipzig control the second half | Šeško and Baumgartner wrap up victory in the closing stages

VfB Stuttgart booked their place in the DFB Cup round of 16 thanks to a 1-0 home victory over 1. FC Union Berlin.

“I felt at home in Dresden last season and wanted to take the chance to prove myself in the 2.Liga,” said Julius Kade. “I want to thank everyone responsible for letting me fulfill this wish and to find a good solution for everyone.”

VfL Wolfsburg must make do without Patrick Wimmer until further notice: the winger tore the syndesmosis ligament in his right ankle during last Saturday’s away match at Augsburg and requires an operation.

City boss Guardiola is now giving his players a short break after , but wants them to hit the ground running when they return.

Boris Rupert reporting from Augsburg

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