Bischof shines for Germany
Tom Bischof scored Germany’s opener in their 2-0 win over Serbia, producing a standout midfield display. In just his second senior appearance the 21-year-old took four shots (more than any team-mate), created three chances, won 67% of his duels and recorded his first senior international goal.
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Daka sidelined with thigh injury
Hamburger SV confirmed Patson Daka has suffered a left-thigh fibre tear and will be absent for the coming weeks after returning from international duty with Zambia. The 27-year-old had been substituted at halftime during the Algeria qualifier and had made five appearances for HSV this season, providing one assist.
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Frankfurt cruise 4-0 in friendly
Eintracht Frankfurt beat Eintracht Braunschweig 4-0 in a scheduled midweek friendly. Otávio, Knauff and Wünsch scored, and a Tempelmann own goal completed the victory as Frankfurt used the match as a strong tune-up while many players are away on international duty.
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Leverkusen score six in tune-up
Bayer Leverkusen recorded a 6-0 friendly win against Fortuna Köln as part of the international break schedule. Goals included two each from Terrier and Schick, with Tella and Gutiérrez also on the scoresheet, giving Leverkusen a commanding workout ahead of the next Bundesliga fixtures.
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Elversberg edge Hoffenheim 3-2
SV Elversberg won a closed test against TSG Hoffenheim 3-2. Futkeu, Günther and Krattenmacher scored for Elversberg while Hoffenheim fielded a mixed side; Jykese Fields scored twice for the visitors. The result was part of weekend friendlies played while many top players were away on national duty.
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Werder beaten 7-0 by Twente
SV Werder Bremen were defeated 7-0 by Twente Enschede in a closed friendly. The heavy scoreline came in a behind-closed-doors match as Bremen used the break to rotate and trial setups while several regulars were away on international duty.
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