Why Deniz Aytekin is Retiring: 'I Had Too Big an Ego'
Deniz Aytekin retires after 18 Bundesliga seasons, saying 'I had too big an ego' in a raw Kicker interview about his personal change.
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Deniz Aytekin retires after 18 Bundesliga seasons, saying 'I had too big an ego' in a raw Kicker interview about his personal change.
1. FC Heidenheim defeated 1. FC Köln 3-1, securing a final-day relegation showdown. Coach Frank Schmidt cited a key turnaround and insists 'it's not too late.'
After Köln's defeat, Thomas Kessler states no time pressure on interim coach René Wagner, with captain Schwäbe offering support.
Mainz 05 are close to extending the contracts of Stefan Bell and Silvan Widmer, according to Kicker as talks enter final stages. Their deals expire this summer.
Hoffenheim face a three-way battle with Stuttgart and Leverkusen for Champions League qualification on the final matchday; coach Ilzer calls season 'great'.
St. Pauli's 1-2 loss to RB Leipzig sets up a final-day showdown with Wolfsburg as coach Alexander Blessin blasts distorted perception of his team.
FC Augsburg's convincing home win over Gladbach keeps 2026/27 Conference League hopes alive; Weber backs Baum: results speak for themselves.
After a loss at Betzenberg, Arminia Bielefeld captain Mael Corboz criticized the team's performance and declared full focus on the final match against Hertha
Serhou Guirassy's decisive goal for Borussia Dortmund against Eintracht Frankfurt secures the club's second-place Bundesliga finish, impacting European
Paderborn rettet nach 1:2-Rückstand ein 2:2 gegen den KSC. Der SCP verliert im Aufstiegsrennen erneut wertvolle Punkte nach dem 1:5 in Elversberg.
AGF's potential title-clinching match against Viborg has sold out both the stadium and a planned public screening event, prompting the club to explore a second viewing opportunity for fans.
Eintracht Frankfurt coach Albert Riera dismisses concerns about his future before facing Borussia Dortmund, stressing that only wins can steer the club back on course.
Expert analysis reveals FC Schalke 04 must navigate tight finances and a major squad rebuild to survive in the Bundesliga following their promotion.
Thomas Kessler marks one year in charge of Köln's sporting operations, highlighting a 'clear step forward' as Bundesliga survival nears confirmation. He outlines plans for the upcoming season's squad.
FC Bayern Munich faces scrutiny after their Champions League elimination. We analyze what this means for their otherwise dominant season in a new Bundesliga analysis.
Veteran defender Kevin Vogt announces retirement after a distinguished Bundesliga career spanning over 350 matches with six different clubs, concluding his time at VfL Bochum.
Veteran defender Kevin Vogt announces retirement after a distinguished Bundesliga career spanning over 350 matches with six different clubs, concluding his journey at VfL Bochum.
1. FC Köln's sporting director Thomas Kessler discusses the club's World Cup chances, focusing on key players Karl and El Mala. Get the latest update on their potential tournament participation.
Borussia Dortmund has played the fewest Bundesliga matches at 15:30 this season. Coach Niko Kovac explains most players are 'Sportschau kids' who prefer
Borussia Dortmund has played the fewest Bundesliga matches at 15:30 this season. Coach Niko Kovac explains most players are 'children of Sportschau,' favoring