Hoffenheim

Carlo Ancelotti Carlo Ancelotti will be without either of his preferred left-back options after Bayern Munich confirmed an injury lay-off for David Alaba.

Julian Nagelsmann - the youngest coach in Bundesliga history - says he will have the respect of Hoffenheim's players in their survival bid.

Carlo Ancelotti Julian Nagelsmann would benefit from remaining at Hoffenheim before taking charge of Bayern Munich, according to Jupp Heynckes.

Jordan Henderson Captain Jordan Henderson said Liverpool deserve to be back in the Champions League after they progressed against German side Hoffenheim.

Holders Bayern Munich will start their DFB-Pokal defence with a trip to 3. Liga side Preussen Munster on Sunday.

Hoffenheim have secured the services of Kerem Demirbay until 2021 after the midfielder signed a two-year contract extension.

Bayern Munich took another step towards retaining the Bundesliga title, as Bayer Leverkusen climbed to third at Hertha Berlin's expense.

Top two Bayern Munich and Wolfsburg will look to get back to winning ways in the Bundesliga, with contrasting fixtures at the weekend.

Hoffenheim meet Liverpool and Nice must battle Napoli in the Champions League play-offs.

Emil Forsberg Julian Nagelsmann is the right man to lead RB Leipzig forward, according to playmaker Emil Forsberg.