24 hours ago
Jamal Musiala's return to fitness has been long and complicated.
First, Musiala endured a long spell on the sidelines after suffering a fractured fibula and dislocated ankle. Then, after earning valuable minutes at the World Cup, the 23-year-old suffered another unnerving setback, collapsing in Bayern's Telekom Cup clash against RB Leipzig, and again in his side's final preseason friendly against Heidenheim.
Despite overwhelming support for Musiala, rumours have started circulating linking Bayern to a replacement for Musiala after learning about his condition. However, according to Steffan **** berger of Sport1 (via iMiaSanMia), discussions about replacing the German international are a non-starter as the club plans to provide the time and support Musiala requires.
Signing a replacement for Jamal Musiala has never been up for discussion at the club. Bayern believe they're very well equipped in the position with Ismael Saibari, who was signed when Bayern were already aware of Musiala's problems, as well as Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl who can provide additional cover. In addition, the club does not want to give Musiala the feeling that they're giving up on him. The 23-year old will get all the support and time he needs, and Bayern are also relaxed because the team had already performed exceptionally well without Musiala last season. Therefore, there's no rush and no panic at the club – and Musiala can take his time and slowly regain a key role in the team.
Fans long for the day of seeing Bambi back to his brilliant best, prancing around bamboozled defenders. But some things are paramount to football.
#bayern #replacement
First, Musiala endured a long spell on the sidelines after suffering a fractured fibula and dislocated ankle. Then, after earning valuable minutes at the World Cup, the 23-year-old suffered another unnerving setback, collapsing in Bayern's Telekom Cup clash against RB Leipzig, and again in his side's final preseason friendly against Heidenheim.
Despite overwhelming support for Musiala, rumours have started circulating linking Bayern to a replacement for Musiala after learning about his condition. However, according to Steffan **** berger of Sport1 (via iMiaSanMia), discussions about replacing the German international are a non-starter as the club plans to provide the time and support Musiala requires.
Signing a replacement for Jamal Musiala has never been up for discussion at the club. Bayern believe they're very well equipped in the position with Ismael Saibari, who was signed when Bayern were already aware of Musiala's problems, as well as Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl who can provide additional cover. In addition, the club does not want to give Musiala the feeling that they're giving up on him. The 23-year old will get all the support and time he needs, and Bayern are also relaxed because the team had already performed exceptionally well without Musiala last season. Therefore, there's no rush and no panic at the club – and Musiala can take his time and slowly regain a key role in the team.
Fans long for the day of seeing Bambi back to his brilliant best, prancing around bamboozled defenders. But some things are paramount to football.
#bayern #replacement
2 days ago
Ahead of tomorrow night's Supercup clash with Borussia Dortmund, Vincent Kompany has confirmed that Jamal Musiala won't feature.
"Every decision was made based on the best possible information. We know how to handle it. He'll be training individually this week.
"I spoke to Jamal and he said I can speak about that. He made a slight change to his treatment, which caused some side effects.
"It's perfectly normal to make changes to a treatment plan. Now we want to get things back to how it was before," he said at his press conference.
After adding that Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl will also be unavailable, Kompany discussed the challenge of facing Dortmund.
#dortmund #kompany #jamal #musiala
"Every decision was made based on the best possible information. We know how to handle it. He'll be training individually this week.
"I spoke to Jamal and he said I can speak about that. He made a slight change to his treatment, which caused some side effects.
"It's perfectly normal to make changes to a treatment plan. Now we want to get things back to how it was before," he said at his press conference.
After adding that Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl will also be unavailable, Kompany discussed the challenge of facing Dortmund.
#dortmund #kompany #jamal #musiala
2 days ago
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway, which is now run by Greg Abel, revealed in its latest 13F filing that the fund bought a new stake in D.R. Horton (NYSE:DHI), worth about $580,000. The fund also increased its stake in fellow homebuilder Lennar (NYSE:LEN) by 30% in the second quarter, lifting that position to about $1.2 billion.
The housing market has been taking a hit amid higher mortgage rates, but some long-term indicators suggest a rebound could come. J.P. Morgan Global Research expects home prices to remain flat in 2026 but sees a 3% rise in 2027. Capital Economics forecasts a 2.5% rebound in home prices in 2027, followed by a 4% gain in 2028. The Mortgage Bankers ******* ociation expects single-family construction starts to recover to 967,000 in 2027 and 976,000 in 2028, after dipping in 2026.
DHI is one of the largest homebuilders in the country. In the most recent quarter, gross margin actually beat guidance at 20.7% even as prices slipped amid declining construction costs. The stock is down 10% over the past year. Bulls point out that a broader housing recovery is expected sooner or later and DHI is a strong play to benefit from it in the long term.
Bears say a recovery would take a lot of time. The company recently cut its full-year revenue guidance and Q4 guidance calls for a sequential slowdown in both revenue and homes closed. Elevated mortgage rates, sticky inflation, and cautious buyers are forcing DHI to lean on incentives and lower average prices to keep volume moving and these pressures are not expected to ease soo.
Forward non-GAAP P/E sits at 13.95x, about 13% below the sector median of 15.99x, but 40% above DHI's own five-year average of 9.99x. On a GAAP basis, forward P/E of 13.96x is below the sector median by roughly 19%, yet sits 40% above the stock's five-year norm.
#NYSE #fund
The housing market has been taking a hit amid higher mortgage rates, but some long-term indicators suggest a rebound could come. J.P. Morgan Global Research expects home prices to remain flat in 2026 but sees a 3% rise in 2027. Capital Economics forecasts a 2.5% rebound in home prices in 2027, followed by a 4% gain in 2028. The Mortgage Bankers ******* ociation expects single-family construction starts to recover to 967,000 in 2027 and 976,000 in 2028, after dipping in 2026.
DHI is one of the largest homebuilders in the country. In the most recent quarter, gross margin actually beat guidance at 20.7% even as prices slipped amid declining construction costs. The stock is down 10% over the past year. Bulls point out that a broader housing recovery is expected sooner or later and DHI is a strong play to benefit from it in the long term.
Bears say a recovery would take a lot of time. The company recently cut its full-year revenue guidance and Q4 guidance calls for a sequential slowdown in both revenue and homes closed. Elevated mortgage rates, sticky inflation, and cautious buyers are forcing DHI to lean on incentives and lower average prices to keep volume moving and these pressures are not expected to ease soo.
Forward non-GAAP P/E sits at 13.95x, about 13% below the sector median of 15.99x, but 40% above DHI's own five-year average of 9.99x. On a GAAP basis, forward P/E of 13.96x is below the sector median by roughly 19%, yet sits 40% above the stock's five-year norm.
#NYSE #fund
2 days ago
Eagle Capital Management, an investment management company, released its second quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. In the quarter, Eagle Capital Management discussed how enthusiasm around AI capital spending has driven strong S&P 500 earnings growth while also increasing risks from elevated valuations, concentrated demand, and aggressive investment ****** umptions. Eagle remains a strong believer in AI but prefers constructing a portfolio that can perform across multiple outcomes rather than relying on one forecast. The firm believes current earnings can overstate underlying economics because semiconductor equipment is depreciated over several years, while free cash flow growth remains much weaker. It also expects competition and additional capacity across AI labs, hyperscalers, and semiconductors to eventually create winners and losers. These dynamics are encouraging Eagle to recycle capital toward attractive opportunities outside the most crowded AI trades while maintaining selective exposure to high quality beneficiaries. The portfolio trades at a 20% market discount with faster expected EPS growth. Please review the Strategy's top five holdings for key selections.
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Eagle Capital Management highlighted Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN). Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is a leading US-based home builder. On August 18, 2026, Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) closed at $84.94 per share. The one-month return of Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) was 8.75% and its shares lost 31.45% over the past 52 weeks. Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) has a market capitalization of $20.42 billion.
Eagle Capital Management stated the following regarding Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is the second largest homebuilder in the U.S. Margins and earnings have collapsed over the past few years, driven by weakness in the company's geographic markets. This has been exacerbated by a change in business model, whereby the company spun off its land bank. In the long term, going "land light" should reduce balance sheet risk and improve returns on capital, but it also reduces margins, which has a more ****** ounced effect on earnings in today's weak market. Over time, we expect excess inventory to clear and volume and discounting to improve. Indicative of depressed valuations, M&A activity in the sector is increasing. Berkshire Hathaway recently acquired Taylor Morrison, making it the fourth builder in the country."
#lennar #corporation
In its second-quarter 2026 investor letter, Eagle Capital Management highlighted Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN). Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is a leading US-based home builder. On August 18, 2026, Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) closed at $84.94 per share. The one-month return of Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) was 8.75% and its shares lost 31.45% over the past 52 weeks. Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) has a market capitalization of $20.42 billion.
Eagle Capital Management stated the following regarding Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) in its Q2 2026 investor letter:
"Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is the second largest homebuilder in the U.S. Margins and earnings have collapsed over the past few years, driven by weakness in the company's geographic markets. This has been exacerbated by a change in business model, whereby the company spun off its land bank. In the long term, going "land light" should reduce balance sheet risk and improve returns on capital, but it also reduces margins, which has a more ****** ounced effect on earnings in today's weak market. Over time, we expect excess inventory to clear and volume and discounting to improve. Indicative of depressed valuations, M&A activity in the sector is increasing. Berkshire Hathaway recently acquired Taylor Morrison, making it the fourth builder in the country."
#lennar #corporation
4 days ago
Joshua Kimmich will not play for Bayern Munich in its friendly against Heidenheim after appearing to experience discomfort in his adductor area during training.
According to Bild (as captured by iMiaSanMia), Kimmich was at Säbener Straße and trained in a group alongside Lennart Karl, Konrad Laimer, João Palhinha, and Manuel Neuer. The Bayern ******* istant captain completed sprint exercises at "varying speeds", but reportedly grabbed his adductors during the session.
Later, Bayern Munich formally announced that Kimmich is out. In addition, Tom Bischof and Manuel Neuer are also not available due to their "heavy workload in preseason."
The timing will be worth monitoring. A minor muscular issue would be particularly frustrating for Kimmich as Bayern continue to build toward the start of the campaign, but the club has little reason to take unnecessary risks in a friendly.
Bayern will surely hope this is nothing more than a precaution and that Kimmich is back to full fitness soon.
#kimmich #friendly #heidenheim
According to Bild (as captured by iMiaSanMia), Kimmich was at Säbener Straße and trained in a group alongside Lennart Karl, Konrad Laimer, João Palhinha, and Manuel Neuer. The Bayern ******* istant captain completed sprint exercises at "varying speeds", but reportedly grabbed his adductors during the session.
Later, Bayern Munich formally announced that Kimmich is out. In addition, Tom Bischof and Manuel Neuer are also not available due to their "heavy workload in preseason."
The timing will be worth monitoring. A minor muscular issue would be particularly frustrating for Kimmich as Bayern continue to build toward the start of the campaign, but the club has little reason to take unnecessary risks in a friendly.
Bayern will surely hope this is nothing more than a precaution and that Kimmich is back to full fitness soon.
#kimmich #friendly #heidenheim
5 days ago
The Florida State Seminoles had an impressive month of June with eight commitments gained in their 2027 recruiting class. However, just before that, on May 31, they lost four-star safety Mekhi Williams as he decommitted and then pledged to the Wisconsin Badgers.
Shortly after Williams left the program, he mentioned that he didn't want to completely close the door on FSU after he attended a 7-on-7 camp in Tallahassee in June. Per Zach Blostein of 247Sports, the Seminoles will do the same, as their pursuit of him hasn't stopped.
Florida State is still making an effort with Ruskin (Fla.) Lennard four-star safety Mekhi Williams, who flipped from the Seminoles to Wisconsin over the summer. Williams, however, says he is locked in with the Badgers and does not currently intend to take any other visits this fall.
Williams is the nation's No. 219 overall recruit and the No. 18 safety according to 247Sports composite rankings. He's ranked as the No. 24 prospect in the state of Florida as well.
FSU was able to add four-star Ta'Shawn Poole and shut down the recruitment of three-star Jemari Foreman at the safety spot. Plus, they added four-star athlete Za'Kari Johnson, who will play in the secondary as well. That clearly hasn't wavered them on Williams, and it'll be a situation to keep an eye on, especially if Florida State has a successful season.
#williams #Florida #four
Shortly after Williams left the program, he mentioned that he didn't want to completely close the door on FSU after he attended a 7-on-7 camp in Tallahassee in June. Per Zach Blostein of 247Sports, the Seminoles will do the same, as their pursuit of him hasn't stopped.
Florida State is still making an effort with Ruskin (Fla.) Lennard four-star safety Mekhi Williams, who flipped from the Seminoles to Wisconsin over the summer. Williams, however, says he is locked in with the Badgers and does not currently intend to take any other visits this fall.
Williams is the nation's No. 219 overall recruit and the No. 18 safety according to 247Sports composite rankings. He's ranked as the No. 24 prospect in the state of Florida as well.
FSU was able to add four-star Ta'Shawn Poole and shut down the recruitment of three-star Jemari Foreman at the safety spot. Plus, they added four-star athlete Za'Kari Johnson, who will play in the secondary as well. That clearly hasn't wavered them on Williams, and it'll be a situation to keep an eye on, especially if Florida State has a successful season.
#williams #Florida #four
6 days ago
The start of the 2026 high school football season is nearly here, and several FSU Seminoles commits had impressive showings over the weekend in their final preseason action.
Three-star athlete commit Chayse Brown is being recruited as someone who could play on either side of the ball for the Seminoles, and he showcased his ability as a wide receiver on Friday for Lennard High School in their exhibition against Osceola.
In the first clip he posted on social media, Brown was able to beat the cornerback and make a tough catch for about a 30-yard gain with the safety closing in. He did not have to do nearly as much in the second clip, with the defense leaving him wide open in the end zone for a short touchdown catch as Lennard won 68-0.
Brown is a member of FSU's 2028 recruiting class and committed to them back in June, shortly after they offered him a scholarship following a great showing at a camp they hosted in Tallahassee. They are recruiting him as a wide receiver and a defensive back.
He is ranked as the No. 611 overall player and No. 51 athlete in the 247Sports composite. The Ruskin product is also the No. 79 player from Florida.
#brown #wide #lennard #receiver
Three-star athlete commit Chayse Brown is being recruited as someone who could play on either side of the ball for the Seminoles, and he showcased his ability as a wide receiver on Friday for Lennard High School in their exhibition against Osceola.
In the first clip he posted on social media, Brown was able to beat the cornerback and make a tough catch for about a 30-yard gain with the safety closing in. He did not have to do nearly as much in the second clip, with the defense leaving him wide open in the end zone for a short touchdown catch as Lennard won 68-0.
Brown is a member of FSU's 2028 recruiting class and committed to them back in June, shortly after they offered him a scholarship following a great showing at a camp they hosted in Tallahassee. They are recruiting him as a wide receiver and a defensive back.
He is ranked as the No. 611 overall player and No. 51 athlete in the 247Sports composite. The Ruskin product is also the No. 79 player from Florida.
#brown #wide #lennard #receiver
11 days ago
Bayern Munich continued preparations for the new season with an intense training session that appears to have caught the attention of Vincent Kompany per Tz's Philipp Kessler..
The attackers and defenders initially worked separately on two different pitches before coming together for a match featuring plenty of intensity and physical duels. It was exactly the type of competitive environment Kompany wants to see as Bayern Munich continues building toward the start of the season.
Kompany was heavily involved throughout the session, delivering loud instructions in English and encouraging the players from the sidelines. His energy appeared to match the intensity of the session, with the Bayern Munich coach clearly pleased with what he was seeing.
Today's training session was intense. Attackers and defenders trained separately on two pitches. Afterwards, they had a match with a lot of intensity and duels. Vincent Kompany liked what he saw, gave loud instructions in English and cheered on the players. Serge Gnabry and… pic.twitter.com/JNJnA5I04v
Today's training session was intense. Attackers and defenders trained separately on two pitches. Afterwards, they had a match with a lot of intensity and duels. Vincent Kompany liked what he saw, gave loud instructions in English and cheered on the players. Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl watched from the sidelines, as they're not ready yet. Both worked individually under rehab manager Benjamin Sommer [kessler_philipp]
#session #bayern #munich #attackers
The attackers and defenders initially worked separately on two different pitches before coming together for a match featuring plenty of intensity and physical duels. It was exactly the type of competitive environment Kompany wants to see as Bayern Munich continues building toward the start of the season.
Kompany was heavily involved throughout the session, delivering loud instructions in English and encouraging the players from the sidelines. His energy appeared to match the intensity of the session, with the Bayern Munich coach clearly pleased with what he was seeing.
Today's training session was intense. Attackers and defenders trained separately on two pitches. Afterwards, they had a match with a lot of intensity and duels. Vincent Kompany liked what he saw, gave loud instructions in English and cheered on the players. Serge Gnabry and… pic.twitter.com/JNJnA5I04v
Today's training session was intense. Attackers and defenders trained separately on two pitches. Afterwards, they had a match with a lot of intensity and duels. Vincent Kompany liked what he saw, gave loud instructions in English and cheered on the players. Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl watched from the sidelines, as they're not ready yet. Both worked individually under rehab manager Benjamin Sommer [kessler_philipp]
#session #bayern #munich #attackers
13 days ago
The Florida State football program got an early jump on its 2028 recruiting class in June when three-star athlete Chayse Brown committed to the Seminoles. His recruitment is not over, though, and the Florida Gators are working to flip the Ruskin, Florida, product.
While Brown recently said that he was "locked in" with the Seminoles, he is set to visit multiple other programs during the 2026 college football season, with the Gators getting one of those visits. Despite Florida only extending him a scholarship offer in June, he has known the coaching staff since his freshman year of high school, and that has caught his attention.
"I like Florida a lot, he told Blake Alderman of Gators Online. "They're in the big picture for sure. I like their coaching staff. I feel like we have a great bond. I've talked to them since my freshman year when they were at their last schools. Since they've gotten to UF, we've kept that going, and now they can contact me more. Every time I've visited, I can see how they're coaching guys up and how it's like in the meetings. They're big on developing and coaching their guys to be the best. They're big on that, and it makes me big on them."
Brown is ranked as the No. 570 overall player and No. 26 athlete in the Rivals industry ranking. He is also the No. 73 player from Florida.
He played on both sides of the ball at Lennard High School as a sophomore, and both FSU and Florida are open to him playing offense or defense at the next level. He finished the year with six tackles and one interception on defense. He also caught 20 passes for 334 yards and three touchdowns.
#gators #Coaching #since #year
While Brown recently said that he was "locked in" with the Seminoles, he is set to visit multiple other programs during the 2026 college football season, with the Gators getting one of those visits. Despite Florida only extending him a scholarship offer in June, he has known the coaching staff since his freshman year of high school, and that has caught his attention.
"I like Florida a lot, he told Blake Alderman of Gators Online. "They're in the big picture for sure. I like their coaching staff. I feel like we have a great bond. I've talked to them since my freshman year when they were at their last schools. Since they've gotten to UF, we've kept that going, and now they can contact me more. Every time I've visited, I can see how they're coaching guys up and how it's like in the meetings. They're big on developing and coaching their guys to be the best. They're big on that, and it makes me big on them."
Brown is ranked as the No. 570 overall player and No. 26 athlete in the Rivals industry ranking. He is also the No. 73 player from Florida.
He played on both sides of the ball at Lennard High School as a sophomore, and both FSU and Florida are open to him playing offense or defense at the next level. He finished the year with six tackles and one interception on defense. He also caught 20 passes for 334 yards and three touchdowns.
#gators #Coaching #since #year
14 days ago
RB Leipzig midfielder ***** an Ouédraogo has suffered a capsular injury to his right shoulder and will be sidelined "for a few weeks," the Bundesliga club said in a statement on Saturday.
The Germany international sustained the injury after a tackle during the team's pre-season training camp in Austria.
"Following a thorough examination and careful consideration of the results, the decision has been made to treat the injury conservatively," the club said.
Ouédraogo was part of Germany's World Cup squad at the recent World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. He was called up after Bayern Munich's Lennart Karl suffered an injury.
Leipzig have a friendly match against Bayern on August 15 before the first official game of the season, a German Cup clash against Eintracht Trier on August 22.
#leipzig
The Germany international sustained the injury after a tackle during the team's pre-season training camp in Austria.
"Following a thorough examination and careful consideration of the results, the decision has been made to treat the injury conservatively," the club said.
Ouédraogo was part of Germany's World Cup squad at the recent World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada. He was called up after Bayern Munich's Lennart Karl suffered an injury.
Leipzig have a friendly match against Bayern on August 15 before the first official game of the season, a German Cup clash against Eintracht Trier on August 22.
#leipzig
21 days ago
Bayern Munich set off for their pre-season tour of Asia on Saturday without several high-profile first-team players.
As previously agreed, World Cup semi-finalists Harry Kane, Dayot Upamecano and Michael Olise didn't travel, as they are still on vacation.
Alphonso Davies, Jamal Musiala, new signing Ismael Saibari, Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl were also absent, having remained in Munich to continue their respective recovery programmes.
Meanwhile, the available German World Cup participants, including captain Manuel Neuer and Joshua Kimmich, were part of the travelling squad.
Bayern have also taken several highly-rated academy prospects, including 16-year-old striker Bastian ***** omo, 16-year-old centre-back Filip Pavic, 19-year-old midfielder Guido Della Rovere, 17-year-old winger Maycon Cardozo and 19-year-old midfielder Felipe Chavez.
#year #bayern #munich #harry
As previously agreed, World Cup semi-finalists Harry Kane, Dayot Upamecano and Michael Olise didn't travel, as they are still on vacation.
Alphonso Davies, Jamal Musiala, new signing Ismael Saibari, Serge Gnabry and Lennart Karl were also absent, having remained in Munich to continue their respective recovery programmes.
Meanwhile, the available German World Cup participants, including captain Manuel Neuer and Joshua Kimmich, were part of the travelling squad.
Bayern have also taken several highly-rated academy prospects, including 16-year-old striker Bastian ***** omo, 16-year-old centre-back Filip Pavic, 19-year-old midfielder Guido Della Rovere, 17-year-old winger Maycon Cardozo and 19-year-old midfielder Felipe Chavez.
#year #bayern #munich #harry
25 days ago
Bayern Munich proved to be ahead of the curve with the signing of Moroccan star Ismael Saibari. However, his injury in the game against Canada in the round of 16 ended his run at the World Cup. Now, after examination by Bayern's medical team, the versatile forward is set to join his teammates in the second week of August after they return from their Audi Summer tour.
Per a report by Kicker's Frank Linkesch, Saibari's injury has been inspected by the Bayern medical team in Munich. The diagnosis has revealed a torn muscle fiber in his thigh. The 25-year-old will be missing on the annual Audi Summer tour. The tour will be back in Asia from the 1st to the 8th of August, in the cities of Jeju, South Korea and Hong Kong. Die Roten will be facing Jeju SK FC and the Premier League's Aston Villa respectively.
With Saibari out for another 10 days, returnee Arijon Ibrahimović is likely to get game time in the upcoming friendly fixtures. More players are expected to return from the injury wing for Bayern including Serge Gnabry, Lennart Karl and Alphonso Davies. With the new signings, the club have beefed up a slim but high quality attacking roster to better cope with the gameload.
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Per a report by Kicker's Frank Linkesch, Saibari's injury has been inspected by the Bayern medical team in Munich. The diagnosis has revealed a torn muscle fiber in his thigh. The 25-year-old will be missing on the annual Audi Summer tour. The tour will be back in Asia from the 1st to the 8th of August, in the cities of Jeju, South Korea and Hong Kong. Die Roten will be facing Jeju SK FC and the Premier League's Aston Villa respectively.
With Saibari out for another 10 days, returnee Arijon Ibrahimović is likely to get game time in the upcoming friendly fixtures. More players are expected to return from the injury wing for Bayern including Serge Gnabry, Lennart Karl and Alphonso Davies. With the new signings, the club have beefed up a slim but high quality attacking roster to better cope with the gameload.
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26 days ago
Max Eberl and Bayern Munich have been busy in the summer transfer window through the FIFA World Cup season. As part of the changes to the squad, Bara Sapoko Ndiaye is set to be signed on a long term deal with the club. The Senegalese midfielder is expected to replace out the outgoing veteran and **** tuple champion Leon Goretzka.
Ndiaye had earned his favor from Vincent Kompany and got several opportunities with the first team in the second half of the season. Albeit not as risk taking as the sensational Lennart Karl, Ndiaye proved to be a robust midfielder who could hold his own against high pressing opponents. His awareness, technical skill and physical resilience saw him shuffle the ball smoothly at the back or find an occasional through ball. His one touch short passing is a special highlight of his composure.
Per Kicker's reporter Frank Linkesch, Ndiaye will be behind Joshua Kimmich, Aleksander Pavlović and Tom Bischof in the midfield order. Considering his age and experience, this is a very valuable position for his development. The full details are captured by iMiaSanMia below:
Despite their partnership, money was an important factor in the talks between Bayern and Gambinos Stars over Bara Sapoko Ndiaye. Bayern will pay a fee 'significantly under' €5m for the Senegalese international. Bara will take Leon Goretzka's spot in the squad and will be behind Kimmich, Pavlović and Bischof in the pecking order. Bara is highly rated at the club and was also part of the reason Noël Aséko was sold to Frankfurt. He will begin pre-season training with Bayern in the coming days.
Formed in 2023, Bayern Munich tied up with LAFC to form Red&Gold Football, a joint venture to scout and aid in the development of talents from across the globe. Ndiaye's parent club Gambino Stars a renowned football academy became a partner of the joint venture. Per LAFC, the aim of the partnership is "to provide the top players of The Gambia and other West African nations with a controlled, self-determined path to the top European leagues as well as Major League Soccer (USA)."
#season #sapoko #senegalese #leon
Ndiaye had earned his favor from Vincent Kompany and got several opportunities with the first team in the second half of the season. Albeit not as risk taking as the sensational Lennart Karl, Ndiaye proved to be a robust midfielder who could hold his own against high pressing opponents. His awareness, technical skill and physical resilience saw him shuffle the ball smoothly at the back or find an occasional through ball. His one touch short passing is a special highlight of his composure.
Per Kicker's reporter Frank Linkesch, Ndiaye will be behind Joshua Kimmich, Aleksander Pavlović and Tom Bischof in the midfield order. Considering his age and experience, this is a very valuable position for his development. The full details are captured by iMiaSanMia below:
Despite their partnership, money was an important factor in the talks between Bayern and Gambinos Stars over Bara Sapoko Ndiaye. Bayern will pay a fee 'significantly under' €5m for the Senegalese international. Bara will take Leon Goretzka's spot in the squad and will be behind Kimmich, Pavlović and Bischof in the pecking order. Bara is highly rated at the club and was also part of the reason Noël Aséko was sold to Frankfurt. He will begin pre-season training with Bayern in the coming days.
Formed in 2023, Bayern Munich tied up with LAFC to form Red&Gold Football, a joint venture to scout and aid in the development of talents from across the globe. Ndiaye's parent club Gambino Stars a renowned football academy became a partner of the joint venture. Per LAFC, the aim of the partnership is "to provide the top players of The Gambia and other West African nations with a controlled, self-determined path to the top European leagues as well as Major League Soccer (USA)."
#season #sapoko #senegalese #leon
1 month ago
The next step on the comeback trail for Lennart Karl: together with birthday boy Serge Gnabry, who also continued to work on his fitness following the adductor tear he suffered in April, the 18-year-old attacker was able to complete a first session with the ball on Tuesday.
While Gnabry, who was celebrating his 31st birthday, has been back in individual training since late June as he looks to get fit for the start of pre-season training, Karl only resumed running last week. The youngster sustained a muscle tear in his left thigh during preparations for the World Cup in North America and missed the tournament as a result.
We spoke to Serge Gnabry about his rehab:
Gnabry on his rehab, progress and comeback goals
While Gnabry, who was celebrating his 31st birthday, has been back in individual training since late June as he looks to get fit for the start of pre-season training, Karl only resumed running last week. The youngster sustained a muscle tear in his left thigh during preparations for the World Cup in North America and missed the tournament as a result.
We spoke to Serge Gnabry about his rehab:
Gnabry on his rehab, progress and comeback goals
2 months ago
Jannik Sinner is on course for a blockbuster Wimbledon showdown with Novak Djokovic after the defending champion ended German veteran Jan-Lennard Struff's fairytale run in the quarter-finals.
Sinner won 7-5, 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 on Court One and will face Djokovic in the last four if the seven-time Wimbledon champion beats Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime later on Tuesday.
In the women's tournament, Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova reached their first Wimbledon semi-finals.
With Wimbledon basking in sweltering temperatures this week, world number one Sinner had to answer some uncomfortable questions about his ability to withstand the heat.
The 24-year-old Italian wilted in the recent French Open when the mercury reached boiling point, sparking a stunning second-round defeat against Juan Manuel Cerundolo, who battled back from two sets and 5-1 down to beat Sinner.
Sinner won 7-5, 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 on Court One and will face Djokovic in the last four if the seven-time Wimbledon champion beats Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime later on Tuesday.
In the women's tournament, Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova reached their first Wimbledon semi-finals.
With Wimbledon basking in sweltering temperatures this week, world number one Sinner had to answer some uncomfortable questions about his ability to withstand the heat.
The 24-year-old Italian wilted in the recent French Open when the mercury reached boiling point, sparking a stunning second-round defeat against Juan Manuel Cerundolo, who battled back from two sets and 5-1 down to beat Sinner.
2 months ago
After Germany's failure at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, just about every former player and pundit made a statement on the tournament. While there was a variety of responses, mostly negative, one stood out among the rest. That of course, was Mats Hummels', who held nothing back in a very candit response calling for serious change from the DFB.
"This is not a coincidence. On the side of the people in charge, this really does call for consequences. I can't put it any other way. We've now had the Euros at home, the Nations League at home, and this World Cup here. Looking back, I still think the performances at the Euros are being talked up too much from a sporting perspective. The other two tournaments were both disappointing. That's why this has to be addressed. Both by the national team coach himself and by the federation. At the very least, there have to be discussions about it – there is no other way. Football is a results-oriented sport. As for the players, I can certainly imagine that some will choose to retire from international football on their own. And then perhaps decisions also need to be made regarding players who may only be in their early 30s, but who have already missed the opportunity at four, five, or six tournaments to deliver a strong campaign or achieve good results for Germany," Hummels said on MagentaTV as captured by iMiaSanMia.
Big words from the former Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich defender. While he wasn't shy with what he said, he was absolutely correct. After so many failures now, something big has to change within the DFB as well as the players.
You don't have to read hard between the lines to infer that players such as Leroy Sané, Leon Goretzka, and others are being recommended to retire from the national team at this point. Despite their quality, they simply have not delivered enough after several tournaments to still be trusted at this point.
It is time to give the keys to Lennart Karl, Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala, Jonas Urbig and the rest of the young talent for a true rebirth.
"This is not a coincidence. On the side of the people in charge, this really does call for consequences. I can't put it any other way. We've now had the Euros at home, the Nations League at home, and this World Cup here. Looking back, I still think the performances at the Euros are being talked up too much from a sporting perspective. The other two tournaments were both disappointing. That's why this has to be addressed. Both by the national team coach himself and by the federation. At the very least, there have to be discussions about it – there is no other way. Football is a results-oriented sport. As for the players, I can certainly imagine that some will choose to retire from international football on their own. And then perhaps decisions also need to be made regarding players who may only be in their early 30s, but who have already missed the opportunity at four, five, or six tournaments to deliver a strong campaign or achieve good results for Germany," Hummels said on MagentaTV as captured by iMiaSanMia.
Big words from the former Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich defender. While he wasn't shy with what he said, he was absolutely correct. After so many failures now, something big has to change within the DFB as well as the players.
You don't have to read hard between the lines to infer that players such as Leroy Sané, Leon Goretzka, and others are being recommended to retire from the national team at this point. Despite their quality, they simply have not delivered enough after several tournaments to still be trusted at this point.
It is time to give the keys to Lennart Karl, Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala, Jonas Urbig and the rest of the young talent for a true rebirth.
2 months ago
Antipodes Partners published its "Antipodes Global Strategy" first-quarter 2026 investor letter, highlighting the key performance stocks, portfolio changes, and the market outlook. A copy of the letter can be downloaded here. The first quarter of 2026 was highly volatile. Early optimism shifted to a historic energy shock caused by US-Israeli strikes on Iran. Global equities dropped 3.2% in USD, with US equities falling 4.6%, and value stocks outperformed growth stocks as the rotation away from mega-cap tech accelerated due to AI fears. The strategy outperformed the benchmark over the quarter and the 12 months to March 31, 2026. Exposure in North America, Korea, Western Europe, and Latin America regions boosted performance, while Canada and the UK lagged. Energy, consumer discretionary, industrials, and healthcare sectors led the performance, while financials, real estate, and materials lagged. To manage risk, the firm increased its holdings in defensive sectors during the quarter. For insights into their key selections for 2026, please review the Strategy's top five holdings.
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, Antipodes Global Value Strategy highlighted Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN). Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is a leading US-based home builders. On June 26, 2026, Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) closed at $93.52 per share. One-month return of Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) was 3.78%, and its shares lost 15.45% over the past 52 weeks. Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) has a market capitalization of $23.03 billion.
Antipodes Global Value Strategy stated the following regarding Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN): Gross margins on home sales fell to 15.2% in Q1 FY2026, from 18.7% a year earlier. Sales incentives of ~14% of revenue (versus a historical 4–6%) are becoming entrenched rather than normalising. Deliveries, average prices, and new order guidance are all tracking below expectations. The structural US housing undersupply story is real, but the bridge to earnings recovery is longer and more painful than the original case anticipated."
Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 66 hedge fund portfolios held Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 68 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
In its first-quarter 2026 investor letter, Antipodes Global Value Strategy highlighted Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN). Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is a leading US-based home builders. On June 26, 2026, Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) closed at $93.52 per share. One-month return of Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) was 3.78%, and its shares lost 15.45% over the past 52 weeks. Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) has a market capitalization of $23.03 billion.
Antipodes Global Value Strategy stated the following regarding Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) in its Q1 2026 investor letter:
"Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN): Gross margins on home sales fell to 15.2% in Q1 FY2026, from 18.7% a year earlier. Sales incentives of ~14% of revenue (versus a historical 4–6%) are becoming entrenched rather than normalising. Deliveries, average prices, and new order guidance are all tracking below expectations. The structural US housing undersupply story is real, but the bridge to earnings recovery is longer and more painful than the original case anticipated."
Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 66 hedge fund portfolios held Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 68 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
2 months ago
South Korea’s Kim Min-jae became the only player that Bayern Munich sent to the World Cup to fail to make it to the knockout stage.
Bayern sent a total of 18 players to the tournament, with one of them, Jonas Urbig, being a training goalkeeper for Germany. It was initially 19 before Lennart Karl withdrew from the Germany squad with an injury. Although their time at Bayern has come to an end, Nicolas Jackson and Leon Goretzka are included in said number.
The representative countries are as follows – Germany, Austria, France, ***** an, South Korea, Croatia, England, Colombia, Canada, and Senegal. Among them, Germany, France, England, and Colombia won their groups. Austria, ***** an, Croatia, and Canada finished runners up, and Senegal made it through as one of the eight best third-placed teams.
However, Korea failed to take advantage of the easiest group they had ever received at a World Cup. They started out strongly by beating the Czech Republic, but a drab defeat to co-hosts Mexico and a shocking loss to South Africa saw them praying for results elsewhere to help them into the knockouts. Their hopes were in vain, as only one out of their three required scenarios came to fruition, and the Taegeuk Warriors ended up meekly packing their bags.
Kim himself played every one of Korea’s group games, but he, as well as most of the players, was not at fault for the downfall. Rather, the many faults of coach Hong Myung-bo and the — allegedly — deep rooted corruption of the Korea Football ***** ociation (KFA) made the disappointing results inevitable. The national team had lost the trust of the fans ever since Hong was appointed in questionable manner, and it got to the point where many fans were actively rooting for Korea to get embarrassed so that radical change could be forced into the KFA. Whether said change takes place, and if so, when it does, remains to be seen. At the time of writing, Hong has just resigned as national coach.
Bayern sent a total of 18 players to the tournament, with one of them, Jonas Urbig, being a training goalkeeper for Germany. It was initially 19 before Lennart Karl withdrew from the Germany squad with an injury. Although their time at Bayern has come to an end, Nicolas Jackson and Leon Goretzka are included in said number.
The representative countries are as follows – Germany, Austria, France, ***** an, South Korea, Croatia, England, Colombia, Canada, and Senegal. Among them, Germany, France, England, and Colombia won their groups. Austria, ***** an, Croatia, and Canada finished runners up, and Senegal made it through as one of the eight best third-placed teams.
However, Korea failed to take advantage of the easiest group they had ever received at a World Cup. They started out strongly by beating the Czech Republic, but a drab defeat to co-hosts Mexico and a shocking loss to South Africa saw them praying for results elsewhere to help them into the knockouts. Their hopes were in vain, as only one out of their three required scenarios came to fruition, and the Taegeuk Warriors ended up meekly packing their bags.
Kim himself played every one of Korea’s group games, but he, as well as most of the players, was not at fault for the downfall. Rather, the many faults of coach Hong Myung-bo and the — allegedly — deep rooted corruption of the Korea Football ***** ociation (KFA) made the disappointing results inevitable. The national team had lost the trust of the fans ever since Hong was appointed in questionable manner, and it got to the point where many fans were actively rooting for Korea to get embarrassed so that radical change could be forced into the KFA. Whether said change takes place, and if so, when it does, remains to be seen. At the time of writing, Hong has just resigned as national coach.
3 months ago
The German national team travelled to Chicago for their final warm-up friendly ahead of the World Cup this summer. Germany headed into the match with a bit of a hot streak coming in with an 8 match winning streak and an impressive 4-0 result over Finland in Mainz last weekend. This game proved to be Julian Nagelsmann’s last chance to tweak his squad and figure out how the attack would operate without Lennart Karl.
Did he score? Yes, but that doesn’t instantly make him a good performance. He was quick, and a good dribbler but he far too often skies his shots way over the net, and needs to look for his teammates in order for this attack to work with Sané included. It is not impossible but it is unlikely he will figure it out.
While Denis Undav had an incredible performance last weekend against Finland, Kai Havertz was the star performer today for Die Mannschaft. With a goal and an **** ist, it is clear Nagelsmann has a plethora of adequate options at the striker position. If Undav is to start this World Cup, Havertz’s recent performances should mean he is played every match whether at the 10, or up top as the 9.
Germany may have done enough to beat the United States today, but playing against an absolute top side such as France or Portugal won’t be as easy, if today was any sort of sign. USA was arguably the better side in Chicago, and the Portuguese or French midfield might be far too much for the Germans too handle if they were to face each other in the coming weeks.
The USA side was nothing to laugh about today, and showed they can play with the big boys at the moment. With the home advantage, an easy group matchup, and a favorable projected knockout route should they advance, we could see the United States make a quarter-finals run this summer.
Did he score? Yes, but that doesn’t instantly make him a good performance. He was quick, and a good dribbler but he far too often skies his shots way over the net, and needs to look for his teammates in order for this attack to work with Sané included. It is not impossible but it is unlikely he will figure it out.
While Denis Undav had an incredible performance last weekend against Finland, Kai Havertz was the star performer today for Die Mannschaft. With a goal and an **** ist, it is clear Nagelsmann has a plethora of adequate options at the striker position. If Undav is to start this World Cup, Havertz’s recent performances should mean he is played every match whether at the 10, or up top as the 9.
Germany may have done enough to beat the United States today, but playing against an absolute top side such as France or Portugal won’t be as easy, if today was any sort of sign. USA was arguably the better side in Chicago, and the Portuguese or French midfield might be far too much for the Germans too handle if they were to face each other in the coming weeks.
The USA side was nothing to laugh about today, and showed they can play with the big boys at the moment. With the home advantage, an easy group matchup, and a favorable projected knockout route should they advance, we could see the United States make a quarter-finals run this summer.
3 months ago
Bayern Munich board member for sport wanted to show some support to injured star Lennart Karl, who picked up an injury on Friday that will keep him out of the World Cup.
"Missing out on a World Cup at the last minute is incredibly painful of course, and the news came as a shock to the whole of FC Bayern. But it doesn't change the fact that Lenny has so much talent, passion and potential. He more than deserved to be at this World Cup thanks to his outstanding first season as a professional," Eberl told FCBayern.com. "Lenny will receive all the support he needs at FC Bayern. We'll get back on the pitch as soon as possible – and we all know that he still has many major tournaments ahead of him. He himself is already looking ahead and says he'll come back stronger. That's what I like about him, and that's the spirit you need at times like this."
Karl will have to stay positive and be resilient. Surely, missing out on the World Cup where he could have played an important role for Germany has to cut deep.
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"Missing out on a World Cup at the last minute is incredibly painful of course, and the news came as a shock to the whole of FC Bayern. But it doesn't change the fact that Lenny has so much talent, passion and potential. He more than deserved to be at this World Cup thanks to his outstanding first season as a professional," Eberl told FCBayern.com. "Lenny will receive all the support he needs at FC Bayern. We'll get back on the pitch as soon as possible – and we all know that he still has many major tournaments ahead of him. He himself is already looking ahead and says he'll come back stronger. That's what I like about him, and that's the spirit you need at times like this."
Karl will have to stay positive and be resilient. Surely, missing out on the World Cup where he could have played an important role for Germany has to cut deep.
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3 months ago
There are countless songs and sayings that use resilience as a primary theme for the old adage of “what doesn’t kill you, makes you stronger.”
For Lothar Matthäus, that is extremely pertinent to Bayern Munich phenom Lennart Karl, whose World Cup dream was cut short by a torn muscle fiber.
“It shocked me and I feel very sorry for the lad. It’s also a major sporting loss for Julian Nagelsmann and the team. Lennart Karl did very well. But he still has many opportunities ahead of him, many tournaments to come. This can make him stronger,” Matthäus said (as captured by Sky Germany journalist Kerry Hau).
Karl’s star turn this season was unexpected, but the youngster made believers out of many of his doubters. Just about every time he was give the opportunity to shine, he took advantage of it — even during high pressure situations.
The youngster would have added a key element to Germany’s attack for the World Cup, but now his focus will turn to getting healthy and looking to continue his progress next season with Bayern Munich.
For Lothar Matthäus, that is extremely pertinent to Bayern Munich phenom Lennart Karl, whose World Cup dream was cut short by a torn muscle fiber.
“It shocked me and I feel very sorry for the lad. It’s also a major sporting loss for Julian Nagelsmann and the team. Lennart Karl did very well. But he still has many opportunities ahead of him, many tournaments to come. This can make him stronger,” Matthäus said (as captured by Sky Germany journalist Kerry Hau).
Karl’s star turn this season was unexpected, but the youngster made believers out of many of his doubters. Just about every time he was give the opportunity to shine, he took advantage of it — even during high pressure situations.
The youngster would have added a key element to Germany’s attack for the World Cup, but now his focus will turn to getting healthy and looking to continue his progress next season with Bayern Munich.
3 months ago
CHICAGO (AP) — Germany has some injury concerns going into the World Cup. It also has a nine-game win streak.
Germany played without Lennart Karl on Saturday, a day after the 18-year-old midfielder injured his thigh in training. But Leroy Sané and Kai Havertz scored as the 10th-ranked Germans beat the U.S. 2-1 at Soldier Field.
Next up for Germany is its World Cup opener on June 14 against Curaçao. It also has Group E games against the Ivory Coast on June 20 and Ecuador on June 25.
Karl has been ruled out for the tournament. He was coming off a breakout season with Bayern Munich, when he became the club’s youngest Champions League goal-scorer.
“Really tough. ... I had a good connection to Lenny. He’s a great guy, a very young guy,” Germany defender David Raum said after the win over the U.S. “But yeah, we shared a lot of nice moments together also in this short time. I played in training always against him because he plays on the right wing. Yeah, we lose a good human being and an amazing player.”
Germany played without Lennart Karl on Saturday, a day after the 18-year-old midfielder injured his thigh in training. But Leroy Sané and Kai Havertz scored as the 10th-ranked Germans beat the U.S. 2-1 at Soldier Field.
Next up for Germany is its World Cup opener on June 14 against Curaçao. It also has Group E games against the Ivory Coast on June 20 and Ecuador on June 25.
Karl has been ruled out for the tournament. He was coming off a breakout season with Bayern Munich, when he became the club’s youngest Champions League goal-scorer.
“Really tough. ... I had a good connection to Lenny. He’s a great guy, a very young guy,” Germany defender David Raum said after the win over the U.S. “But yeah, we shared a lot of nice moments together also in this short time. I played in training always against him because he plays on the right wing. Yeah, we lose a good human being and an amazing player.”
3 months ago
After heading to Spain for a holiday at the start of the week, **** an Ouédraogo saw his plans change suddenly on Friday when he was called up to replace the injured Bayern Munich star Lennart Karl in Germany’s World Cup squad.
In an interview with his club, RB Leipzig, the 20-year-old central midfielder reveals he needed some time to process the fact that a childhood dream had come true.
“I got the call from the national team coach on Friday evening while on holiday. When [Germany coach] Julian Nagelsmann told me I was now part of the squad, I needed a moment to take it in and realise what had happened before going and packing my things straight away. It is a huge honour and makes me very proud to represent Germany at the World Cup,” Ouedraogo said in the interview.
“A childhood dream of mine has come true – one I have worked hard for, especially over the past few months and years. I’m looking forward to my role in the team and want to help the lads as much as I can, both on and off the pitch."
Ouédraogo also wished Lennart Karl all the best after the 18-year-old’s World Cup dream ended with a muscle tear in training on Friday.
In an interview with his club, RB Leipzig, the 20-year-old central midfielder reveals he needed some time to process the fact that a childhood dream had come true.
“I got the call from the national team coach on Friday evening while on holiday. When [Germany coach] Julian Nagelsmann told me I was now part of the squad, I needed a moment to take it in and realise what had happened before going and packing my things straight away. It is a huge honour and makes me very proud to represent Germany at the World Cup,” Ouedraogo said in the interview.
“A childhood dream of mine has come true – one I have worked hard for, especially over the past few months and years. I’m looking forward to my role in the team and want to help the lads as much as I can, both on and off the pitch."
Ouédraogo also wished Lennart Karl all the best after the 18-year-old’s World Cup dream ended with a muscle tear in training on Friday.
3 months ago
Germany will face World Cup co-hosts the United States at Soldier Field in Chicago in the final friendly for both sides before the start of the big event. Both teams won their penultimate games last Saturday against Finland and Senegal, respectively.
Julian Nagelsmann’s side faced a major blow yesterday as Lennart Karl will be out of the tournament after sustaining a serious injury during training. Fellow youngster ******* an Ouédraogo will take his place, but he’s not ready for tonight’s friendly. Meanwhile, Manuel Neuer is still out as he continues his recovery from an injury he picked up in Bayern’s last Bundesliga game.
The hosts are only missing Neuer’s former teammate Chris Richards from their World Cup roster. Including the star player Christian Pulisic, Mauricio Pochettino’s side includes several past and present Bundesliga players.
The two teams will start their final friendly as follows before the big showdown.
USA XI: Freese; Freeman, McKenzie, Ream ©; Dest, McKennie, Adams, Robinson; Tillman, Pulisic; Balogun
Julian Nagelsmann’s side faced a major blow yesterday as Lennart Karl will be out of the tournament after sustaining a serious injury during training. Fellow youngster ******* an Ouédraogo will take his place, but he’s not ready for tonight’s friendly. Meanwhile, Manuel Neuer is still out as he continues his recovery from an injury he picked up in Bayern’s last Bundesliga game.
The hosts are only missing Neuer’s former teammate Chris Richards from their World Cup roster. Including the star player Christian Pulisic, Mauricio Pochettino’s side includes several past and present Bundesliga players.
The two teams will start their final friendly as follows before the big showdown.
USA XI: Freese; Freeman, McKenzie, Ream ©; Dest, McKennie, Adams, Robinson; Tillman, Pulisic; Balogun
3 months ago
Kicker.de has reported that Julian Nagelsmann gathered the entire 26-man Germany squad and staff at the hotel to show support for Lennart Karl who's World Cup dream was ended by an injury yesterday.
"Julian said a few words, the whole team was there. Lennart also managed to say a few words, even though it was difficult for him. He was extremely sad. I think he shed a few tears," said DFB president Bernd Neuendorf.
Further support came from back home as Bayern Munich's director of sport Max Eberl also chimed in, ensuring the 18-year-old will receive all the support needed to recover.
“Missing out of a World Cup so shortly before the start is, of course, extremely painful, and the news was a shock for everyone at FC Bayern – but it doesn't change how much talent, passion, and future Lenny has.
"He more than deserved this World Cup with his outstanding first professional season. Lenny will receive all the support he needs at FC Bayern to get back on the pitch soon.
"Julian said a few words, the whole team was there. Lennart also managed to say a few words, even though it was difficult for him. He was extremely sad. I think he shed a few tears," said DFB president Bernd Neuendorf.
Further support came from back home as Bayern Munich's director of sport Max Eberl also chimed in, ensuring the 18-year-old will receive all the support needed to recover.
“Missing out of a World Cup so shortly before the start is, of course, extremely painful, and the news was a shock for everyone at FC Bayern – but it doesn't change how much talent, passion, and future Lenny has.
"He more than deserved this World Cup with his outstanding first professional season. Lenny will receive all the support he needs at FC Bayern to get back on the pitch soon.
3 months ago
Lennart Karl has been ruled out of the World Cup just days before the start of the tournament, dealing Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann a major blow.
The 18-year-old Bayern Munich forward suffered a muscle tear in his left thigh during Germany's final training session ahead of Saturday's World Cup warm-up match in Chicago against the United States, the German Football Federation (DFB) said after Karl underwent tests in hospital.
Karl, who has three international caps, is seen as a rising star for the German side. He made his first start for Germany in the 4-0 win against Finland on Sunday in Mainz, impressing in attacking midfield.
Nagelsmann moved quickly to replace him, calling up RB Leipzig midfielder ******* an Ouédraogo to his 26-man squad.
Ouédraogo, 20, made his Germany debut in November's 6-0 win over Slovakia in their final World Cup qualifier and scored in the match.
The 18-year-old Bayern Munich forward suffered a muscle tear in his left thigh during Germany's final training session ahead of Saturday's World Cup warm-up match in Chicago against the United States, the German Football Federation (DFB) said after Karl underwent tests in hospital.
Karl, who has three international caps, is seen as a rising star for the German side. He made his first start for Germany in the 4-0 win against Finland on Sunday in Mainz, impressing in attacking midfield.
Nagelsmann moved quickly to replace him, calling up RB Leipzig midfielder ******* an Ouédraogo to his 26-man squad.
Ouédraogo, 20, made his Germany debut in November's 6-0 win over Slovakia in their final World Cup qualifier and scored in the match.
3 months ago
Teenage Germany forward Lennart Karl may miss this summer's World Cup after sustaining an injury in training, coach Julian Nagelsmann said Friday.
Speaking in Chicago ahead of Saturday's friendly against the United States, Germany's final warm-up match, Nagelsmann confirmed the 18-year-old was in doubt for the tournament after an injury in training.
"To be honest, it didn't look good. He's going to the hospital now to get a scan done.
"We need to process the situation first, and so does he. We need a diagnosis in order to do that. Then we'll see whether or not we call up a replacement."
The coach did not reveal the nature of Karl's injury.
Speaking in Chicago ahead of Saturday's friendly against the United States, Germany's final warm-up match, Nagelsmann confirmed the 18-year-old was in doubt for the tournament after an injury in training.
"To be honest, it didn't look good. He's going to the hospital now to get a scan done.
"We need to process the situation first, and so does he. We need a diagnosis in order to do that. Then we'll see whether or not we call up a replacement."
The coach did not reveal the nature of Karl's injury.
3 months ago
Germany have suffered a significant injury blow ahead of their final World Cup warm-up friendly against the United States on Saturday.
As head coach Julian Nagelsmann revealed on Friday, 18-year-old Bayern Munich prodigy Lennart Karl will miss the game after suffering an injury in training.
"Unfortunately, ‘Lenny’ got injured in training today. To be honest, it didn't look very good. We'll have to wait and see," Nagelsmann said.
Nagelsmann didn't reveal the nature of the injury, but it's currently unclear if Karl will be able to take part in the World Cup at all.
"I ask you to be a little patient. We're heading to the hospital now to get some imaging done. Please give him some ****** e for a moment – the player needs time to process this, and so do we," Nagelsmann said.
As head coach Julian Nagelsmann revealed on Friday, 18-year-old Bayern Munich prodigy Lennart Karl will miss the game after suffering an injury in training.
"Unfortunately, ‘Lenny’ got injured in training today. To be honest, it didn't look very good. We'll have to wait and see," Nagelsmann said.
Nagelsmann didn't reveal the nature of the injury, but it's currently unclear if Karl will be able to take part in the World Cup at all.
"I ask you to be a little patient. We're heading to the hospital now to get some imaging done. Please give him some ****** e for a moment – the player needs time to process this, and so do we," Nagelsmann said.
3 months ago
CHICAGO (AP) — Germany's 18-year-old midfielder Lennart Karl may miss the World Cup after he was sent to the hospital for scans following an unspecified injury in training on Friday.
Karl is considered one of the top young players in any World Cup squad after a breakout season with Bayern Munich, for which he became the club's youngest ever goal-scorer in the Champions League.
“Unfortunately Lenni injured himself today in training. We need to wait on what happens with that and to be honest, it didn’t look so good," Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said ahead of his team's final World Cup tune-up against the United States on Saturday.
"He needs to process the situation, we do too, and we’ll see what we do. We need a diagnosis for that and then we'll inform you. Then we’ll see if we can hopefully keep going with him for the tournament or if I need to nominate a replacement.”
World Cup rules allow Nagelsmann to call up a replacement player in cases of “serious injury or illness” until 24 hours before the kickoff of Germany's opening game. That's June 14 against World Cup newcomer Curacao.
Karl is considered one of the top young players in any World Cup squad after a breakout season with Bayern Munich, for which he became the club's youngest ever goal-scorer in the Champions League.
“Unfortunately Lenni injured himself today in training. We need to wait on what happens with that and to be honest, it didn’t look so good," Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann said ahead of his team's final World Cup tune-up against the United States on Saturday.
"He needs to process the situation, we do too, and we’ll see what we do. We need a diagnosis for that and then we'll inform you. Then we’ll see if we can hopefully keep going with him for the tournament or if I need to nominate a replacement.”
World Cup rules allow Nagelsmann to call up a replacement player in cases of “serious injury or illness” until 24 hours before the kickoff of Germany's opening game. That's June 14 against World Cup newcomer Curacao.
3 months ago
In a somewhat shocking report, Bayern Munich has been linked to Aston Villa attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers — and it is not as if this report came from Don Balon or anything. It is from a legitimate source, The Athletic:
Bayern have been discussed as a possible destination for Morgan Rogers for several months. Vincent Kompany admires the player but nothing concrete has yet developed.
This is odd to say the least. Rogers has been very closely linked to ****** nal, but would Bayern Munich really be ready to pay big for another attacking midfielder?
Right now, the Bavarians has been linked closely to PSV Eindhoven attacking midfielder Ismael Saibari, which begs the question — why an attacking midfielder? Bayern Munich already has Jamal Musiala, Serge Gnabry, and Lennart Karl among options at the position.
Is Bayern Munich worried about Musiala’s future or something? Would Rogers or Saibari be able to play another position? Is the club toying with a move to wing for Musiala?
Bayern have been discussed as a possible destination for Morgan Rogers for several months. Vincent Kompany admires the player but nothing concrete has yet developed.
This is odd to say the least. Rogers has been very closely linked to ****** nal, but would Bayern Munich really be ready to pay big for another attacking midfielder?
Right now, the Bavarians has been linked closely to PSV Eindhoven attacking midfielder Ismael Saibari, which begs the question — why an attacking midfielder? Bayern Munich already has Jamal Musiala, Serge Gnabry, and Lennart Karl among options at the position.
Is Bayern Munich worried about Musiala’s future or something? Would Rogers or Saibari be able to play another position? Is the club toying with a move to wing for Musiala?
