The Bundesliga runs with the hygiene concept of the DFL. Now loosening up and a "Re-Start 2" is being considered. The information in the news ticker.
- Football Germany cheers: It has been clear since May 6 that the Bundesliga will continue.
- The season restarted on May 16. Now there is a "Re-Start 2".
- The DFB Cup final is scheduled for July 4 - all information in the news ticker .
Update June 8: The DFL -informed on Monday the 36 clubs of the Bundesliga and 2nd League on the planned easing of the hygiene regulations. Depending on the development of the pandemic , viewers can soon be allowed to do so again , writes kicker.de .
According to the letter, there should be "three upcoming measures". In consultation with the responsible federal ministry, they want to "adapt the hygiene concept to the interim developments in society as a whole". The substitute players may no longer have to wear masks if the minimum distance is observed.
Bundesliga soon with spectators again? DFL boss Seifert gives fans hope
Furthermore, according to the DFL letter, the number of approved journalists (currently ten per stadium) and photographers (currently three) is to be increased. Considerations have already been made for the coming season. Under the working title "Re-Start 2", a concept is to be designed to kick off the 2020/21 season that deviates from the strict measures in current game operations.
The admission of spectators is also being considered at the DFL. The association "has already started the dialogue with the Federal Ministry of Health with a view to the possibility of gradually admitting spectators to the games of both leagues as the season starts," quotes the kicker DFL managing director Christian Seifert .
Update from May 11, 5:30 p.m .: Unusual DFB Cup in Corona times *: As the German Football Association announced on Monday, the final for the cup competition in Berlin's Olympic Stadium is set to rise on July 4 - and thus afterwards June 30th, when some players' contracts end with professional clubs. Usually the first transfers take place in early July.
The semi-finals are therefore scheduled for June 9th and 10th. The following pairings had been drawn for the semi-final of the cup competition:
- FC Bayern Munich - Eintracht Frankfurt
- 1. FC Saarbrücken - Bayer Leverkusen
Now it has to be decided which duel takes place on which of the two days.
New dates for the remaining games in the #DFBPokal: The two semi-finals are to be played on June 9th and 10th, the final is scheduled for July 4th.
All subject to the official disposition.
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1. FC Saarbrücken from the Regionalliga Südwest is the big surprise in this year's semi-finals of the DFB Cup . FC Bayern Munich is the defending champion.
Corona crisis in the Bundesliga: clubs lose almost 100 million euros
Update from May 11, 12:23 p.m .: The 36 clubs of the Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2 apparently lose more than 91 million euros due to the ghost games .
As the kicker (Monday edition) reports, there is a loss of 69.661 million euros for the Bundesliga clubs and 22.029 million euros for the clubs in the second division. The figure for this sum is based on the ticket income from the previous season. As is well known, these are now missing.
Corona break: 3rd league should start again
Update of May 9, 3:23 p.m .: The German Football Association apparently plans to resume play in the 3rd division on May 26. As the "Sports Show" reported on Saturday, the clubs were informed in a letter about the detailed schedule of the DFB .
According to this, the players and supervisors of the clubs are to be checked for the corona virus as part of a first test series from 10 to 12 May . Between May 13th and 15th, the teams could resume team training, provided that it is approved by politicians. So the date has not yet been set in stone.
There are still eleven match days left in the third division, while MSV Duisburg and Waldhof Mannheim currently rank on the promotion pitches . Unterhaching is third ahead of Meppen , Ingolstadt and 1860 Munich . The four relegation places are occupied by Zwickau , Münster , Großaspach and Jena .
So football will soon be playing again at the Grünwald stadium in Munich - albeit in front of empty ranks.
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Update from May 8, 10:43 am: Football Germany is looking forward to the continuation of the Bundesliga. DFL boss Christian Seifert is currently rushing from one important conference to the next. At the PK on May 7th also said a sentence, the content of which is worth billions - and almost completely went under.
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Preparations for the Bundesliga restart are ongoing: FC Bayern has been in quarantine since Sunday, as tz.de reports *
Bundesliga schedule is taking shape - bad news for the German classic
Update from May 7, 3:31 p.m .: The DFL is somewhat accommodating to the clubs on match day 1 after the Corona break . Paderborn and Cologne can join the big round on Saturday , Werder Bremen , who would have liked to start much later. will only play against Bayer Leverkusen on Monday .
The fans will hardly be happy about this, while the postponement of the miniature will probably only be a small consolation for the club.
There is even worse news for fans from Dortmund and Munich . Don't worry, the district derby between BVB and Schalk 04 is not affected, as it will take place on Saturday, May 16 .
Bundesliga restart: Bayern against Borussia Dortmund safely during the week
However, the date for the German classic will really convince the fewest fans. For many it is the game of the year and without question the absolute summit of the Bundesliga . Unfortunately, the exchange of blows between Borussia and the German record champions now falls safely on a weekday .
Bayern Munich against Borussia Dortmund: The German classic falls in an English week.
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In order to make up for lost time and make the planned season finale possible on June 27, the Bundesliga bosses are forced to strew in English weeks. The German classic will take place on matchday 28, either on Tuesday, May 26, or on the following Wednesday . For most fans, neither is the yellow of the egg.
Meanwhile, there is speculation about transfers at both Borussia Dortmund and FC Bayern Munich. Do you want to get rid of some wobbly candidates?
Bundesliga with historical decision: start and end are fixed - change of revolution conceivable
2:28 pm : There was a lot in this PK! DFL boss Christian Seifert announced that the Bundesliga would resume play on May 16. The season finale is scheduled for June 27th and 28th. He also indicated that there could be five substitutions due to the Corona crisis. A final decision has not yet been made.
A first part of the outstanding TV money has already flowed, after the first matchday the clubs can expect further payments. Seifert did not want to reveal whether there were games on Free TV - but he let through that Pay-TV broadcaster Sky had come up with a plan. The most important PK statements can be read here.
Bundesliga: DFL press conference with Christian Seifert for reading
2:26 pm: That's it! The PK has ended.
2:24 pm: Are clubs required to play the next match day if players have to be in corona quarantine? Seifert explains that the health authority decides on the respective quarantine. Clubs have to compete when a certain number of players are available. Seifert does not mention the minimum number of these healthy players.
2.20 p.m .: According to Seifert, there is no upper limit of new infections. There will be structural changes in the basement of the VAR to ensure personal protection.
14.18 p.m .: A first installment of the outstanding TV funds was transferred in early May. Between the first and the second game after the Corona restart, further funds are to flow, as Seifert explains.
14.13 p.m .: Seifert reminds that tests could also be wrong. "There are statistical inaccuracies," he explains. But with the clubs, the requirement is that you do everything you can to prevent it from happening.
Bundesliga: when does the new season start? Seifert hopes for August
2:08 p.m .: A number of contracts expire on June 30, which is why it is imperative to have the season ended at this time. You can already see a few weeks in English, the DFB also has rights to play games during the week with the cup games. There are many aspects that make you want to play again as soon as possible. It's not just about money - it's "sporting, legal and organizational reasons," says Seifert.
Two English weeks are currently planned, plus the catch-up game between Bremen and Frankfurt. You don't want to commit yourself to the start of the season. "Ideally, leagues start in August," said Seifert. But of course you know about the European competitions and the international matches, which should increase in September.
2:04 pm: Seifert talks about possible crowds of people in front of the stadiums. "I don't think the fan scenes will do their critics this favor." He got this impression from many conversations with those responsible. And collections in living rooms? “Discipline is still required. I just hope that everyone is aware of the responsibility. ”The argument -“ It is better not to play, people could meet in the living room ”does not apply to Seifert. Because then you would have to discuss other things why people could meet in living rooms.
2:01 p.m .: "Responsibility always lies with the local health authorities," Seifert makes it clear once again when asked about quarantine measures at clubs.
Bundesliga: DFL boss Seifert with praise for Germany - "a privilege"
1:56 pm: The Bundesliga in the spotlight around the world? "I hope not. That would mean that the corona crisis has a more severe impact in other countries. That is forbidden, you don't do that, ”Seifert makes clear. But of course he knows that the Bundesliga is now being reported worldwide. “ We only succeed because we play in this country. We have the privilege of living in one of the most modern healthcare systems in the world. “Seifert's firecracker statement - and kudos to politics and healthcare.
“When I am asked by other leagues and I name the number of tests that are possible in Germany, there is silence for the time being. You can't imagine that in the USA. ”The interest in the concept is huge worldwide. That's why you want to share the insights. “We will share everything we do here with everyone. I hope that everyone else will play again as soon as possible. "
1:54 p.m .: There should be a relegation between the Bundesliga and the 2nd division . The 2nd and 3rd leagues are still unclear, after all the 3rd league is in the hands of the DFB - as is the DFB Cup. According to Seifert, the scheduling for the cup games should also take place shortly.
Bundesliga on Free TV? DFL boss Seifert gives fans hope
1:52 pm: Keyword Free TV: According to Seifert, there are "measures that are tailored and appropriate to the situation". At the same time, contracts were also concluded with media partners such as Sky or DAZN.
However, Sky will inform about the planned measures in the foreseeable future . It almost sounds like football fans should be happy about the Bundesliga on Free TV - albeit on a small scale.
1:50 p.m .: The implementation of the concept also requires a lot of discipline at the individual stadiums. Seifert wants the clubs to live up to the trust. The measures are to be declared "top priority" for the respective clubs. There are also arrangements for the referees. The referee is in the area of the DFB, who wants to implement the implementation and will also carry out tests.
1:47 p.m .: The season finale should take place at the end of June - on June 27 and 28. . After the PK, all game days and their scheduling should be announced exactly. This is especially important for any English weeks.
1:45 pm: Was there still discussion about the relatively short-term restart? Seifert says no. "There were no controversial discussions."
Bundesliga: five substitutions possible after Corona restart?
1:43 pm: Are there even five substitutions with the restart ? Seifert takes up this idea, but no decision has yet been made.
1:41 p.m .: The DFL wants to play as follows on Saturday, May 16:
3.30 p.m .: Dortmund against Schalke, Leipzig against Freiburg, Hoffenheim against Hertha, Düsseldorf against Paderborn, Augsburg against Wolfsburg.
Then at 6.30 p.m. Frankfurt against Gladbach.
On Sunday (3:30 p.m.) Cologne will follow Mainz, followed by Union Berlin against FC Bayern at 6 p.m.
The match between Bremen and Leverkusen closes the match day on Monday (8.30 p.m.) . This takes account of the statements from Bremen, where people had complained about the early restart.
13:39: The concept for the Bundesliga can be "a blueprint" for all sports, says Seifert. He calls ball and contact sports as well as athletics. He would like to share the accumulated knowledge with companies or associations - "and in an international context". At the same time, he warns: "Relaxation goes hand in hand." Taking the coronavirus lightly is a completely wrong step.
13:37: According to Seifert, there were ten corona cases in the Bundesliga in the first test run. In the second test only two. The test volume also allows tests by actually healthy players. If the situation in Germany changes, there will of course be a reaction and the tests will be withdrawn, says Seifert.
Bundesliga starts on May 16 - DFL boss Seifert announces decision
1.35 p.m .: The Bundesliga will continue on Saturday, May 16. "We are strictly following the wording of yesterday's decision," says Seifert, referring to the "second half of May".
13:34: Seifert speaks about the concept that the DFL had presented and the positive reactions of the responsible authorities. "Of course, we were pleased with this assessment from a competent and responsible side," emphasizes Seifert.
13:33: "All clubs accepted the decision to continue the Bundesliga with relief," said Seifert at the beginning. He thanks the decision-makers, the media partners, the sponsors and the employees of the clubs.
1:32 p.m .: Let's go!
1:31 pm: We still have to wait for Christian Seifert. In contrast to yesterday's PK of the federal government, there should be no major delays in the DFL media round.
1:21 pm: The PK is about to start - from 1:30 pm Christian Seifert will announce his statement based on information from Sky.
1:11 p.m .: First decisions from the video conference are now apparently seeping through. According to information from Sportbuzzer and Bild , fans will have to wait a little longer - the first game after the Bundesliga restart is only expected to increase on May 16 . Means: No Friday game on May 15th .
Bundesliga: cracker duel right at the Corona restart? Delicate DFL decision expected shortly
12:56: For 11 clock runs the virtual meeting of the DFL . The German Football League has now confirmed on its Twitter channel that Managing Director Christian Seifert will answer questions afterwards.
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Meanwhile, of course, there is still the question of the women's Bundesliga and the 3rd league of the men. DFB Vice President Rainer Koch said on Wednesday evening on Bavarian television that the association had already contacted Interior Minister Horst Seehofer and Health Minister Jens Spahn.
Bundesliga before restart - what happens to the 3rd division?
“They are actually the same concepts that exist for the Bundesliga, for the 2nd division and for the 3rd division and the women's division. It's also professional sport, ”said Koch. The 3rd league is economically in a very difficult sandwich position, since the very large television revenues as in the federal leagues cannot be achieved.
Nevertheless, Koch sees no solution in a termination . "Those who are now calling for the 3rd league to be canceled should say how they imagine the new season to be. Because we have the situation that it won't be possible to play with spectators until the end of August. ”
Bundesliga as a role model for Premier League? There are crazy plans there
12.12 p.m .: There are still no official statements from the DFL headquarters in Frankfurt . But: The start of the Bundesliga is also hopeful for other top European leagues. Will the Premier League continue soon? There are now crazy plans that should please every fan.
When will there be a DFL decision on the other Bundesliga plans? DFL boss Christian Seifert should step in front of the microphones with representatives of the 36 professional clubs after the virtual general meeting. You won't miss anything here in our live ticker.
Bundesliga: cracker duel right at the Corona restart? Markus Söder sees clubs in duty
11:15 a.m .: "It is justifiable", Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder defended on Thursday on radio station Bayern1 the political consent to continue the season in the Bundesliga and 2nd division . “Everyone has a little grumble with them. The league is also hard on parole to comply with. The public will look closely, ”said 53-year-old Söder.
It is now up to the clubs themselves that the ghost game concept also works in practice. "I'm not worried about the top clubs like FC Bayern *," said Söder.
Bundesliga before Corona restart: Markus Söder praises DFL concept
“The league presented a very professional concept . The concerns that were there are already related to the behavior of individuals, ”said Söder regarding the now suspended Hertha professional Salomon Kalou .
"Sometimes you get to your head. I think the leaders in the league were very annoyed. They also responded well at Hertha BSC . When players like Kalou clearly ignore it, you wonder how someone who makes so much money, who lives from it, behaves like this, ”said Söder.
Bundesliga: cracker duel right at the Corona restart? DFL makes a delicate decision today
10.46 a.m .: Can we look forward directly to cracker duels at the Bundesliga restart ? At tz.de * you can find out which games could be around 16 May if the season continues with the 26th match day.
One thing is clear: This scenario brings a lot of explosives with it, because the district derby between Dortmund and Schalke could lead to the most prestigious duel in the football upper house. At the DFL, there was already the idea of initially circumnavigating this game day and perhaps continuing with the 34th game day. This would have been played on May 16 if there had been no corona break.
A decision is expected in the afternoon.
Bundesliga: crucial question still unclear before restart - Hoeneß provides Oktoberfest comparison
10.18 a.m .: The Bundesliga starts playing again. However, there is still no official decision as to which game day the round will restart .
It is apparently planned to continue in chronological order. Then it would continue with the 26th match day canceled in mid-March . FC Bayern * would then have to face Union Berlin on May 16 - and of course the district derby between Dortmund and Schalke would also be on the cards . However, the 34th matchday could also be considered, which would have been the coming weekend without the Corona crisis.
A decision on these and other questions should be made today: The DFL around managing director Christian Seifert has convened a general meeting with the 36 professional clubs. According to the Frankfurter Rundschau, the conference starts at 11 a.m.
The DFB committee should also meet today. In focus: The 3rd league - is there a timely sequel here too?
Bundesliga plans restart: Bayern maker Hoeneß praises Merkel - and delivers Oktoberfest comparison
9.29 a.m .: Uli Hoeneß called for more confidence and drive in the difficult coronavirus pandemic. "You have to try to stop, just complain," said the 68-year-old on Bavarian television. "We all got into the matter without being able to do anything and have to accept the situation."
The former maker of FC Bayern Munich * put the Corona crisis in a special BR broadcast on Wednesday evening in a large historical context . "This crisis is almost like war," said the former president of the German soccer champions *. "Our parents also rebuilt the country after the war."
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- DFL German Football League (@DFL_Official) May 6, 2020Everyone had to roll up their sleeves, Hoeneß demanded . “You have to see where you can help, tackle and work. I miss optimism, everyone just complains, ”he said. In comparison to other countries, the situation in Germany is very good. It was the "best time to think about how we all get out of the deep".
There is no alternative for Hoeneß that ghost games are coming up in the Bundesliga . "Everyone now has to make their sacrifice: If there is no Oktoberfest, there cannot be any spectators , " he emphasized.
Bundesliga: Uli Hoeneß has a clear opinion on the continuation - praise for politics
A basis has now been created for Hoeneß that one or the other club manages to end the season reasonably well. ” Missing audience revenue and questionable TV or sponsorship money would also have been a small problem for FC Bayern , but we would have survived that very well, Hoeneß continued. According to human judgment, for the continuation of the season with the medical concept for the players “ everything is done to minimize the risk. I believe that you can represent that ”.
Hoeneß also praised the behavior of politics and the population. "Our government has done a fantastic job , our health system is fantastic," he said. "And the citizens were disciplined as I never would have thought possible." Herthas Salomon Kalou was not as disciplined. Hoeneß found clear words for him.
Bundesliga: season continues - referee not tested for corona virus
Update from May 7, 8:38 a.m .: The clubs of the Bundesliga * test their players intensively for the corona virus . But what about the referees? According to the kicker, the referees have not yet been tested on Covid-19. In the event of positive results for the corona virus, referees for the restart of the league on May 15 could fail because of a 14-day quarantine at home, reports the specialist magazine.
According to the DFL concept, the referees should have themselves tested early in the morning on the day before the match they are leading - either at a club close to home or at the match site as part of the home team's test routine. According to kicker, a video conference of the referee elite commission of the German Football Association (DFB) with the referees is planned on Thursday .
Bundesliga decision made: The season will continue from May 15
Update from May 6, 6:19 p.m .: The decision has been made - soon the ball will roll in the Bundesliga * again! Even before Chancellor Angela Merkel's official statement, it was leaked on Wednesday that the clubs could play again from May 15.
The rumors were then confirmed in the press conference after the federal and state telephones were switched on: The Bundesliga * is continuing its season - of course, strictly observing the hygiene measures and excluding the public .
Will Bundesliga continue despite recent scandal? Football Germany looks to Berlin
First report from May 5th, 9:23 pm : Munich - Wednesday is the day of the decision. After the video conference between Chancellor Angela Merkel and the Prime Ministers of the 16 federal states, there will finally be an answer to the question of whether and when the Bundesliga can be continued.
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Around two months ago, gaming operations came to a standstill because of concerns about the further spread of the corona virus. If the federal and state governments give the green light on Wednesday, the season in the 1st and 2nd Bundesliga could start again on May 16 or 23.
Despite the recent scandal by Hertha professional Salomon Kalou, the clubs are optimistic about a positive decision by the government. The concept presented by the German Football League (DFL) regarding the implementation of the ghost games and the handling of the hygiene rules for the purpose of Corona has already been rated positively by the Conference of Sports Ministers.
Nevertheless, doubts remain: what happens if the newly infected corona cases increase rapidly ? How does the DFL decide if multiple players in multiple clubs become infected with the virus?
After positive Corona cases at 1. FC Köln , Borussia Mönchengladbach , Dynamo Dresden and Erzgebirge Aue became known, there was increasing criticism of the plans to restart the game.
While DFL boss Christian Seifert is confident that he is well prepared for a Bundesliga restart after the Corona break *, the example of Dresden shows how thin the ice is. A commentary by sports editor Manuel Bonke.
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