Bayern Munich — German football club competing in the Bundesliga and Champions League, with recent player moves and match performances.
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Joy Online
… Ballon d’Or nominees Bayern Munich forward Harry Kane is one of three England players nominated for the 2026 Ballon d’Or. …
Becham backs Messi for Ballon d’Or after 100th Miami goalJoy Online
… It is understood a number of major teams across Europe, including Barcelona, Paris St-Germain and Bayern Munich, have a firm interest in the forward, but multiple sources have described Real’s efforts to sign him as strong. …
Real Madrid keen on Man Utd forward Gabriel, 15Joy Online
… The first group includes Premier League trio Kai Havertz (Arsenal), Kevin Schade (Brentford) and Anton Stach (Leeds), while Jamal Musiala is selected after twice collapsing during pre-season games for Bayern Munich. …
Klopp wants to ‘reclaim’ flag amid German electionsThe Ghanaian Times
… UEFA’s executive committee also confirmed the 2028 Champions League final will return to Bayern Munich’s stadium, which was the only bidder, just three years after the 2025 edition. …
Camp Nou to host 2029 Champions League final, Munich confirmed for 2028Joy Online
… He later had stints at Bayern Munich, Aston Villa and Al-Duhail before the return to Vasco.
Coutinho joins Neymar at Santos for rest of seasonThe Ghanaian Times
… Bayern Munich striker and England international Harry Kane is also among the favourites to win the award, which will be issued in London on October 26.-AFP You can now read the *Ghanaian Times* and *The Spectator* newspapers digitally on [TimesNewsPlus](https://timesnewsplus.com/ …
I deserve Ballon d’Or-YamalJoy Online
… Only Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe (15) and Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane (14) scored more than Gordon in the Champions League last season. …
Signed instead of Rashford, Gordon is proving worth at BarcaJoy Online
England captain Harry Kane scored his 55th Champions League goal, and Michael Olise struck twice as Bayern Munich began their campaign by comfortably beating Bodo/Glimt. …
Kane score in rout as Bayern Munich beat Bodo/GlimtThe Ghanaian Times
… Michael Olise has the same thing in terms of assists.” Bayern Munich winger Michael Olise is ahead of his teammate Kane this year in Henry’s estimation. …
Thierry Henry backs Mbappé, Olise for Ballon d’OrDaily Guide
Samuel Osei Kuffuor Former Ghana and Bayern Munich defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has placed a $5,000 bet on Asante Kotoko to win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title. …
Osei Kuffour Bets $5,000 On Asante Kotoko To Win GPLLionel Messi scored his 100th goal for Inter Miami in a 2-0 Campeones Cup victory, prompting co-owner David Beckham to say the 39-year-old Argentine deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Messi, who has been nominated for the award, scored eight goals and registered four assists as Argentina reached the World Cup final.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Lionel Messi scored his 100th goal for Inter Miami in a 2-0 Campeones Cup victory, prompting co-owner David Beckham to say the 39-year-old Argentine deserves to win the 2026 Ballon d'Or. Messi, who has been nominated for the award, scored eight goals and registered four assists as Argentina reached the World Cup final.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The 15-year-old Manchester United academy player JJ Gabriel has sent formal notice requesting to cancel his registration, and Real Madrid is among several major European clubs—including Barcelona, PSG, and Bayern Munich—seeking to sign him. Real Madrid's efforts are described as particularly strong, with plans to place him in Real Madrid Castilla, the club's reserve team that competes in senior football.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
New Germany coach Jürgen Klopp said his team can help ensure "national pride is not entrusted to the wrong people" after the far-right Alternative for Germany party won 43.8% in regional elections. Klopp stressed he wants to "reclaim the flag" and promote "positive patriotism" that combines German pride with openness and diversity.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
UEFA selected Barcelona's renovated Camp Nou over Wembley Stadium to host the 2029 Champions League final, marking improved relations after the European Super League dispute. Bayern Munich's stadium was confirmed to host the 2028 final, and the 2030 World Cup will be co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
16 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Philippe Coutinho, 34, has joined Santos FC until the end of the season, reuniting with Brazil team-mate Neymar at the club. Coutinho had been without a club since leaving Vasco da Gama in February after 81 appearances, while Neymar returned to his childhood club in January last year; this marks the first time the two friends have played together at club level.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Lamine Yamal believes he and Kylian Mbappe are the two best players in the world and said he deserves the 2026 Ballon d'Or after winning La Liga with Barcelona and the World Cup with Spain. Mbappe has also made his case for the award, and Harry Kane is among other favourites.
15 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Anthony Gordon has provided four assists in his first five matches for Barcelona since joining in May, slotting seamlessly into the left-wing position previously filled by Marcus Rashford, though the 25-year-old England winger has yet to score a goal.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Harry Kane scored his 55th Champions League goal and Michael Olise struck twice as Bayern Munich opened their campaign with a comfortable victory over Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt. Jamal Musiala also scored, with his goal marking Bayern's 900th in European competition.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Thierry Henry has backed Kylian Mbappé to win the Ballon d'Or over Harry Kane, citing Mbappé's 25 goals in LaLiga and 15 in the Champions League last season. He also named Bayern Munich's Michael Olise as a strong candidate, ahead of Kane despite Kane's 36 Bundesliga goals.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Ghana and Bayern Munich defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has placed a $5,000 bet on Asante Kotoko to win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, made during a 'Monday Stars' football game interaction in Accra. Kuffour expressed confidence in the Porcupine Warriors despite their 2-2 opening-day draw against Debibi United.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Luis Enrique says PSG must step out of its "comfort zone" to win a third successive Champions League title, joining only Real Madrid, Ajax, and Bayern Munich in that achievement. The coach backs his team despite a slow Ligue 1 start, saying they deserve better results and that small defensive improvements will pay dividends.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Ghana defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has wagered $5,000 that Asante Kotoko will win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, expressing his confidence despite Kotoko drawing 2-2 with Debibi United on the opening weekend.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Former Ghana defender Samuel Osei Kuffour has wagered $5,000 that Asante Kotoko will win the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League title, expressing confidence in the club despite their opening-day 2-2 draw with Debibi United.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe believes this could be a good year for him to win the Ballon d'Or for the first time, citing his record 22 World Cup goals and his move to the club he describes as "the best in the world."
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich failed to score for the first time in 59 competitive matches, drawing 0–0 with newly promoted Schalke in Gelsenkirchen. Despite dominating possession and introducing star players including Harry Kane and Jamal Musiala, Bayern could not penetrate Schalke's compact defence.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Harry Kane scored twice to help holders Bayern Munich overcome a goal deficit and defeat second division Osnabrueck 4-1 in their German Cup opener, with Tom Bischof and Michael Olise also scoring.
4 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Arsenal will face Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Napoli in this year's Champions League league phase. The Premier League champions topped qualifying with a perfect record and aim to finish in the top eight for automatic advancement to the round of 16.
28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Aston Villa are near agreement to sign striker Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea for up to £65m (£47.5m initial plus £17.5m add-ons), with Jackson expected to reunite with Unai Emery. His arrival would likely trigger England international Ollie Watkins' move to Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Portuguese full-back Joao Cancelo has rejoined Barcelona permanently after his Al-Hilal contract was mutually terminated, signing a three-year deal as a free agent. Cancelo spent last season on loan at Barca, helping them win La Liga, and this marks his first permanent move to the club after two previous loan spells.
21 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala collapsed during matches against Heidenheim and RB Leipzig within four days and has been diagnosed with temporary absence seizures due to a neurological dysfunction. Musiala said he is receiving medical treatment and remains optimistic about his situation.
20 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Harry Kane says he is ready to begin discussions with Bayern Munich over extending his contract, with talks expected to start this week or next week. The 33-year-old striker has one year remaining on his four-year deal and scored 61 goals in 51 appearances for Bayern last season.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Bayern Munich midfielder Jamal Musiala collapsed during matches on Saturday and Tuesday and has been diagnosed with temporary, brief absence seizures due to a neurological dysfunction. Musiala said he is receiving medical treatment and remains optimistic about his recovery.
18 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The move reflects Chelsea's shift toward signing experienced players alongside their existing model of acquiring young talent.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The move reflects Chelsea's shift toward signing experienced players rather than relying solely on their traditional model of acquiring young talent.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Chelsea are negotiating with Brentford for England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 36, available on a free transfer, and with Brighton for ex-England striker Danny Welbeck, 35, as the club seeks experienced players to refine its strategy of signing young talent.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chelsea are negotiating with Brighton to sign 35-year-old striker Danny Welbeck, who scored 13 league goals in 37 games for Brighton last season. The Blues are seeking experience as part of a shift in their recruitment strategy, though Welbeck's current contract runs until the end of 2026-27.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Pep Guardiola has turned down the vacant Italy coaching job, with sources indicating he intends to take "at least one year" out of football after leaving Manchester City. The Catalan coach wants to prioritize his personal life but remains open to international football roles in the future, as several nations have approached him.
27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Harry Kane is set to begin formal negotiations on a new contract with Bayern Munich, with his current deal expiring at the end of the coming season. The 32-year-old striker has scored 146 goals in 134 appearances for Bayern since joining from Tottenham in 2023, and has attracted interest from clubs across Europe and Saudi Arabia.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Pep Guardiola has held talks about becoming Italy head coach, Italian Football Federation president Giovanni Malago confirmed. Malago stated that financial exceptions could be made for the 55-year-old's salary, though he noted it is not certain the appointment will proceed.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Anthony Taylor, 47, has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing after 20 years spanning 831 matches, citing intense pressure and constant scrutiny as contributing factors. His final match was Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July.
22 July 2026 · Daily Guide →