Augsburg

Hoping to maintain their season's momentum are Wolfsburg, who are on the verge of their second UEFA Champions League campaign.

Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich travel to Mainz on Friday in the last round before the winter break in Germany.

Battling Augsburg edged closer to Bundesliga survival, but were frustrated to be held by Cologne, who had captain Matthias Lehmann sent off.

Mats Hummels Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp and captain Mats Hummels said the reaction of their fans to Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Augsburg was justified.

Michael Gregoritsch Sergio Cordova's impressive displays for Venezuela U20s have earned him a five-year deal at Augsburg, with Michael Gregoritsch also signing.

As Liverpool prepare to welcome Sion to Anfield, Napoli received some good news on the injury front ahead of their Europa League clash.

Hamburger SV Mirko Slomka's Hamburg reign got off to a remarkable start as they moved out of the automatic drop zone with a win over Borussia Dortmund.

Carlo Ancelotti Despite an unconvincing performance, Bayern Munich secured a place in the third round of the DFB Pokal thanks to a 3-1 win over Augsburg.

Hamburger SV As Ivica Olic prepares to line up against Wolfsburg for the first time since joining Hamburg, the Croatian says his team-mates need to start producing results.

Bottom plays top in the Bundesliga this weekend as Werder Bremen make the daunting trip to the Allianz Arena to face Bayern Munich.