Inácio’s DFB-Pokal brace
Samuele Inácio scored a brace as Borussia Dortmund routed fifth-tier HEBC 5–0 in the DFB‑Pokal first round on 1 September 2026. Dortmund’s goals included an own goal from Janek Wrede, strikes by Daniel Svensson, two from Inácio and a finish by Fabio Silva. Coach Niko Kovač rotated the side and gave Joey Veerman a start; 45,917 watched at the Volksparkstadion.
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Diaby completes Leverkusen return
Moussa Diaby completed a return to Bayer Leverkusen on 1 September 2026, signing from Al‑Ittihad. The French winger rejoins the Werkself after an earlier successful spell at the club and will add pace and experience to Xabi Alonso’s squad as Leverkusen bolster options before the transfer window closed.
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Hwang joins Schalke on loan
FC Schalke 04 secured Hwang Hee‑chan on a season‑long loan from Wolverhampton Wanderers on 1 September 2026. The 30‑year‑old South Korean bolsters Schalke’s attacking options; he has previous Bundesliga experience with Hamburg and RB Leipzig. The move was confirmed on deadline day.
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Arthur joins Werder on loan
Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Arthur joined Werder Bremen on loan on 1 September 2026. Arthur, who has made 44 appearances for Leverkusen since 2023, moves to Bremen for game time as Werder add midfield depth ahead of the busy autumn schedule.
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Brassier signs for Eintracht
Eintracht Frankfurt signed defender Lilian Brassier from Stade Rennais on 1 September 2026. The club described Brassier as a physically strong, fast centre‑back who adds intensity and dynamism; he could make his debut when Eintracht host Augsburg in their next home game.
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Sosa returns to Cologne
Borna Sosa completed a return to 1. FC Köln on loan from Crystal Palace on 1 September 2026. Sosa, who previously spent five years at VfB Stuttgart, arrives to strengthen Cologne’s left side and brings Bundesliga experience to the newly promoted squad.
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Augsburg sign Juma Bah on loan
FC Augsburg signed centre‑back Juma Bah on loan from Manchester City on 1 September 2026. The 20‑year‑old Sierra Leone international spent last season on loan at Nice, where he played regularly, and Augsburg have added him with a view to strengthening their defence for the season.
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Osnabrück to test Bayern in the Cup
Previewed on 1 September 2026: VfL Osnabrück host Bayern Munich in the DFB‑Pokal, with Osnabrück aiming for a cup upset at the Bremer Brücke. Bayern arrive after a convincing start to the season and a Supercup win; the preview frames Osnabrück as seeking ‘Pokal‑magic’ against the reigning champions.
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