BUNDESLIGA
German Bundesliga
2026 Ballon d'Or: Full men's, women's shortlists, host city change, more
The 2026 Ballon d'Or shortlists are out. Here's who could win the biggest individual prizes in men's and women's soccer.
Ousmane Dembélé says Harry Kane a Ballon d'Or candidate - but predicts award will go to PSG player
Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé has cited Harry Kane as a Ballon d'Or candidate after a "very, very good season" -- but says the award should ultimately go to a Paris Saint-Germain player.
Harry Kane 'proud' to be in Ballon d'Or contention after 'best season so far'
Harry Kane has said he is happy to be in contention for the Ballon d'Or and that he is "extremely proud" of his stunning goalscoring campaign last season.
Bayern Munich CEO: 'No offers' for Michael Olise in summer, cannot make promises on future
Bayern Munich CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen has said the club did not receive any offers for Michael Olise over the summer transfer window, but stopped short of guaranteeing the Frenchman's long-term future.
Bayern Munich fail to score Bundesliga goal for first time in 18 months
Bayern Munich failed to score in the Bundesliga for the first time in more than 18 months as they were held to a goalless draw by newly promoted Schalke.
Bayern Munich falter, Loris Karius secures goalless draw for newly promoted Schalke
Bayern Munich suffered their first setback of the new season when they were held to a goalless draw by newly promoted Schalke.
Bayern 'know how to deal with' Jamal Musiala seizures - Vincent Kompany
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany says it wouldn't be "a big deal" if star attacking midfielder Jamal Musiala were to collapse again as he copes with a neurological issue which causes seizures.
Weekend predictions: Arsenal take on Chelsea in a London derby, can PSG bounce back?
Arsenal host Chelsea in a heavyweight clash this early in the Premier League, while teams such as PSG and Napoli are on the ropes in their respective title races.
Summer transfer window: Grading big signings in men's soccer
The 2026 summer transfer window has closed. Here is how we rated the biggest deals.
Bold predictions, 2026-27: Ballon d'Or for Olise, Brentford in Champions League
Early in every season, Bill Connelly makes some bold predictions ... and he's often right. This year: expect Michael Olise to become the best player in the world, and Brentford to qualify for the Champions League.
Edin Džeko to retire from Bosnia-Herzegovina international duty
Edin Dzeko will play a 152nd and final match for Bosnia-Herzegovina next month before ending his 19-year international career.
Alternative transfer awards: Left on the shelf, best bargain hunters, top data pick, more
Welcome to our transfer alternative awards, where we hand out eight off-beat trophies to those who didn't quite make the spotlight.
Sancho, Pogba, Wijnaldum among top free agents in 2026
These players have contracts that expired this summer, and there are some big names involved.
Bayern boss Kompany won't 'pressure' Musiala after collapses
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany said Wednesday that Jamal Musiala could be available to play soon, but added he wouldn't pressure the Germany star to return to the field until he was ready.
Summer transfer window bargains: Karetsas, Yohanna, Mora and more
Some clubs around Europe have spent hundreds of millions to bring in new players, but what about the bargain deals?
Transfer deadline day recap: Everton fail with Balogun deal, Enzo signs for Man City
We recap the latest news, rumors, done deals and reaction throughout Europe's transfer deadline day, up to the Premier League window closing at 6 p.m. ET.
Chelsea, Real Madrid win transfer window; Liverpool biggest losers
Once again, the summer transfer window was full of huge moves as the World Cup did little to stop the momentum. Here are our winners and losers.
Fabio Vieira joins Hamburg in permanent deal from Arsenal
Fabio Vieira has completed a permanent move to Bundesliga side Hamburg SV from Arsenal.
Africa's transfer deadline day - Ndiaye to Man City, Mbaye incoming, Osimhen to Man United?
Tuesday is the final day of the window, but which African players could get their move over the line before business concludes on Sept. 1?
Transfer big board: Best players in each position who could move this summer
The transfer window is open in Premier League and will be soon in Europe, so who is available? It's our big board!
Okon-Engstler wins in Bundesliga debut on banner day for Socceroos in Europe
Midfielder Paul Okon-Engstler has started in his Bundesliga debut as a plethora of Socceroos stars made their mark in Europe on Saturday.
When does the 2026 summer transfer window close?
Find out when the 2026 summer transfer window will close in the Premier League, LaLiga, Serie A, Bundesliga and Ligue 1.
RB Leipzig eyeing Chelsea striker Marc Guiu - source
RB Leipzig are keen on signing Chelsea 's Spanish striker Marc Guiu, a source has told ESPN.
Olise scores as Bayern hit 5 in opening win over Stuttgart
Bayern Munich kicked off their Bundesliga season in style with a 5-1 win over Stuttgart.
10 Best: Ranking the top soccer players in the world right now
Who is the best soccer player in the world right now? ESPN's new ranking can tell you -- and some names might surprise you.
Weekend predictions: Pressure on Man United, Carrick already? Wrexham to beat Birmingham?
Late August is no time to hit the panic button, but another loss against a promotion side may well send Manchester United into crisis. PLUS: We head to Germany for the start of the Bundesliga, and Wrexham vs. Birmingham face-off.
Aston Villa sign Leon Goretzka on free transfer after he leaves Bayern Munich
Leon Goretzka has joined rebuilding Aston Villa on a free transfer from Bayern Munich.
Jamal Musiala 'doing well' after collapses but to miss season opener - Vincent Kompany
Jamal Musiala is still working toward a comeback after a change to his medication for a neurological issue, Bayern Munich coach Vincent Komany said Thursday.
Ipswich Town near deal for Argentina World Cup winner Exequiel Palacios - sources
Ipswich Town are closing in on the signing of Bayer Leverkusen midfielder and World Cup-winner Exequiel Palacios, sources have told ESPN.
Benfica sign João Palhinha from Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich midfielder João Palhinha has signed for Benfica.