BBL Playoffs: Ratiopharm Ulm eliminated by Bamberg
Ratiopharm Ulm lost the third quarterfinal game of the BBL playoffs against Bamberg 87:96 and is thus eliminated. According to Sportschau, 6,000 fans in the Ulm arena were disappointed.
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Sports news from football, ice hockey, tennis and other competitions with regional and international relevance.
DEB selection faces must-win against Austria at Ice Hockey World Championship
Germany's national ice hockey team faces Austria on Saturday in the preliminary round of the World Championship. According to Tagesspiegel, the DEB selection is under pressure to follow up their first win against Hungary.
Tuchel names World Cup squad: Stars dropped – one attacks the coach
Thomas Tuchel has announced England's World Cup squad, surprisingly leaving out several prominent players. One of the omitted stars immediately responded with sharp criticism of the national coach.
Sabalenka: No Support for Russia’s War Ukraine
Belarusian tennis star Arina Sabalenka has for the first time clearly distanced herself from Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, telling Vogue she does not support any war and calling for peace talks.
Bundestag debates Sports Promotion Act – Berlin approves Olympic plans
The Bundestag held its first reading of the Sports Promotion Act on Thursday. At the same time, the Berlin House of Representatives approved the capital's Olympic plans with a two-thirds majority.
World Cup squad: Neuer returns as number one
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann has announced the 26-man squad for the World Cup. According to Tagesschau, Manuel Neuer returns as the number one goalkeeper two years after his retirement.
Berlin State Parliament Votes for Olympic Bid
Berlin's state parliament has voted in favor of the city's bid to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The motion by the CDU and SPD coalition also received support from the AfD, while the Greens and the Left Party opposed it.
Ice Hockey World Championship: Germany Misses First Win Against USA
The German national ice hockey team missed its first win against the USA at the World Championship. According to the Süddeutsche Zeitung, the referee did not penalize a rough attack on goalkeeper Grubauer.
Hertha-Chef Görlich defends job guarantee for coach Leitl despite 1-6 debacle
Hertha BSC is sticking with coach Stefan Leitl. Managing director Peter Görlich reaffirmed the early job guarantee, even though the team suffered a 1-6 defeat at Arminia Bielefeld on the final matchday.
Public Viewing for 2026 World Cup: Noise Protection Relaxed
The German government has approved exceptions to noise protection regulations for the 2026 men's football World Cup, allowing public viewing broadcasts to continue late into the night.
Trump critic Massie loses Kentucky primary to Gallrein
Seven-term US Representative Thomas Massie has lost the Republican primary in Kentucky's fourth district to challenger Ed Gallrein, who was backed by Donald Trump, the Guardian reports.
FC Bayern women celebrate double at Munich City Hall
The FC Bayern Munich women's team celebrated their league title and DFB-Pokal victory at Munich City Hall on Sunday. Mayor Dominik Krause (Greens) welcomed the team at Marienplatz, as reported by Süddeutsche Zeitung.
Gymnastics World Federation Lifts Sanctions Against Russia and Belarus
The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has lifted all restrictions on Russian and Belarusian athletes, allowing them to compete again under their own flag and anthem.
Munich Ravens kick off in the European Football Alliance against Raiders Tirol
The Munich Ravens will face the Raiders Tirol on Sunday, May 17, at 4:00 PM in the European Football Alliance. Fans can watch the entire Ravens' inaugural season for free via livestream, as reported by Sportschau.
Pyro Incident at Eintracht Frankfurt: Fans Cross Boundaries
A dangerous pyro incident at Eintracht Frankfurt highlights the growing disconnect between fan culture and its core values.
Oliver Baumann as a Possible Goalkeeper for the German National Team
Oliver Baumann could be the goalkeeper for the German national team, while questions remain about the final decision.
DFB Team: Nagelsmann Leaves Neuer’s Return Open
Julian Nagelsmann dodges questions about Manuel Neuer's return in the ZDF sports studio. The national coach will announce his squad for the World Cup on Thursday.
Andreas Rettig: Sports and Politics Are Inextricably Linked
Andreas Rettig, Director of the German Football Association (DFB), discussed the connection between sports and politics in an interview with Deutsche Welle, highlighting the geopolitical tensions surrounding the upcoming World Cup.
Ice Hockey World Championship: DEB Relies on NHL Stars Against Latvia
The German national ice hockey team urgently needs a win against Latvia in their second group match of the World Championship.
Rani Khedira in Tunisia’s World Cup squad after federation switch
Rani Khedira from 1. FC Union Berlin has been called up to Tunisia's World Cup squad after completing his federation switch.
DFB Women’s Cup Final: Bayern Munich vs Wolfsburg
On May 14, FC Bayern Munich will face Wolfsburg in the DFB Women's Cup final. The match kicks off at 4 PM at the stadium in Cologne-Müngersdorf.
Le Mans FC promoted to Ligue 1 – Decision made off the pitch
Le Mans FC has secured its promotion to Ligue 1 following a ruling by the league's disciplinary committee.
San Antonio Spurs defeat Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97
The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 on Wednesday night, taking a 3-2 lead in the series. Victor Wembanyama was the standout player with 27 points and 17 rebounds.
ESC 2026: Finland and Israel in the Semifinals in Vienna
The Eurovision Song Contest (ESC) 2026 kicks off tonight in Vienna with the first semifinal featuring Finland and Israel.
Leon Goretzka transfers from Bayern Munich to AC Milan
Leon Goretzka has decided to leave FC Bayern Munich and join AC Milan. According to Abendzeitung München, he will sign a three-year contract with a base salary of five million euros.
Opel becomes new partner of the national handball teams and HBL
Starting July 1, German handball welcomes a new strategic partner as Opel returns as a sponsor and takes over the naming rights of the Handball Bundesliga.
Battle of Pydna: Rome’s Victory over Macedonia in 168 BC
In 168 BC, Rome defeated the Macedonian phalanx at the Battle of Pydna. This victory marked a turning point in the balance of power in the Mediterranean, as reported by ZDF.
Bundesliga: DFL leadership warns against dependence on investors
The managing directors of the German Football League (DFL), Steffen Merkel and Marc Lenz, discuss the 50+1 rule, emphasizing the need for capital for youth development and infrastructure.
Jonas Schmidt-Chanasit: ‘Hantavirus has no pandemic potential’
Virologist Jonas Schmidt-Chanasit discusses the current Hantavirus situation following an outbreak on a cruise ship, explaining transmission routes and risks to the public.
Coaching Change for Germany’s World Cup Opponent Curacao
Fred Rutten is no longer the coach of Curacao's national team, a group opponent of the German football team, following player protests just a month before the World Cup.
FC Barcelona secures the Spanish championship early against Real Madrid
FC Barcelona won the championship early with a 2-0 victory over Real Madrid on matchday 35 of La Liga. According to Spiegel, Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres scored the goals for the Catalans.
Hertha Women Celebrate Championship at Olympiastadion
Hertha BSC's women's football team secured the championship title in the Regionalliga Nordost on Sunday at the Olympiastadion. According to Tagesspiegel, Tobias Kurbjuweit's team defeated 1. Erfurt 5-0 and will compete for promotion to the 2. Bundesliga in June.
Stuttgart: All clear for Deniz Undav after record goal
Deniz Undav set a record in the match against Leverkusen, but concerns about his health have proven unfounded.
Zverev defeats Altmaier at Masters
Alexander Zverev won his opening match at the Masters against fellow German Daniel Altmaier, but the 27-year-old’s performance was marked by many missed opportunities, according to reports.
Military expert Gady: Ukraine improves drone capabilities, warns against over-optimism
Military analyst Franz-Stefan Gady says Ukraine has made notable gains in unmanned warfare—especially drones—which now allow strikes far behind the front. He cautions, however, that these advances do not automatically mean a decisive turnaround and urges restraint in assessments.