RB Leipzig faces Eintracht Frankfurt in the DFB Cup round of 16
The cup draw is a tough one. RB must face Eintracht Frankfurt. It is also a rematch of the cup final from 2023.
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Writer Clemens Meyer scolds book prize jury
The author leaves the ceremony angry because his work has not won. In an interview, Meyer reveals that he is done with the German Book Prize. What is behind the frustration?
German Publishing Award 2024: Akono, Mixtvision and parasitenpresse receive awards
More than 80 independent publishers receive awards for their work. The total prize money amounts to 1.6 million euros. This is the first time that a publishing house has received special recognition for sustainability.
Martina Hefter wins German Book Prize
The German Book Prize 2024 goes to author Martina Hefter for her novel "Hey guten Morgen, wie geht es dir?". This was announced by the German Publishers and Booksellers Association in Frankfurt.Copyright 2024, dpa (www.dpa.de). All rights reserved
Saxony with a diverse program at the Frankfurt Book Fair
Saxony sees itself as a reading state and therefore also wants to score points at the book fair in Frankfurt - especially with children's books.
Next DFB absence: Leipzig's Raum will probably also have to miss out
Ahead of the next two Nations League games, national coach Julian Nagelsmann has received a number of cancellations. Leipzig's David Raum is now also likely to miss out. Robin Gosens is set to return to the team instead.
Only one flight to Leipzig affected by disruption so far
A disruption in air traffic control has caused problems in German airspace, resulting in delays and cancellations. In Leipzig/Halle and Dresden, the effects have so far been minor.
HOLD Tram drivers compete in the "European Tram Championships"
Starting off sensitively, braking spontaneously, stopping precisely - precision is the name of the game in the streetcar drivers' competition. There is opera music during the breaks.
Small bookshops recognized as places of culture
They are doing their bit for books as a cultural asset: small and sophisticated bookshops have received an award from the German government.
Increase in organ donors and transplants in Saxony
In Saxony, the number of organ donors and transplants is increasing again, despite declining donor numbers. Medical association calls for opt-out solution.
Number of organ donors in Saxony on the rise again
The number of organ donors and transplants in Saxony is increasing again. The Saxon State Medical Association is calling for an opt-out solution.
Europa League Final 2027 in Frankfurt am Main
The 2027 Europa League final will be held in Frankfurt am Main, while Leipzig will host the 2026 Conference League final.
Eintracht Frankfurt picks up important point against RB Leipzig
Eintracht Frankfurt defends sixth place in the table with 2:2 against RB Leipzig and secures Europa League participation
Curious interruption to Eintracht's match against Leipzig
The Bundesliga match between Eintracht Frankfurt and RB Leipzig was interrupted on Saturday. The curious reason: the smoke alarm in the video cube at the Frankfurt Arena was activated due to a large amount of smoke following the use of pyrotechnics. The device was then automatically lowered in the d ..
RB Leipzig ahead of last Bundesliga match at Eintracht Frankfurt
RB Leipzig want to bid a decent farewell to the Bundesliga season and finally celebrate a win at Eintracht Frankfurt.
Disruptions to rail services between Berlin and Munich and Berlin and Frankfurt
Rail travelers between Berlin and Munich and Berlin and Frankfurt can expect disruptions from this Thursday. Digital control technology is being installed.
Federal Minister of Economics Habeck fights to preserve the German solar industry
Federal Economics Minister Robert Habeck has not yet given up the fight to preserve the solar industry in Germany, despite the closure of Solarwatt.
Youssoufa Moukoko in the U21s: In search of his goalscoring ability
Youssoufa Moukoko wants to continue to impress as a goalscorer in the U21 squad, despite a difficult season at Borussia Dortmund. National coach Di Salvo emphasizes the important role of the 19-year-old.
European Championship qualifier: Jonas Urbig in goal for Germany U21 against Kosovo
The German U21 will play the European Championship qualifier against Kosovo with Jonas Urbig from Fürth in goal. Coach Di Salvo distributes the goalkeeping duties.
Focus on political stability in Germany in East German elections
The upcoming elections in the eastern German states in the fall will focus on political stability throughout Germany.
Polish farmers block highway near Frankfurt (Oder)
Polish farmers have blocked the highway to Germany near the border at Frankfurt (Oder) with tractors, causing severe traffic delays.
Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann is delighted with Toni Kroos' return to the German national team
German coach Nagelsmann does not expect any resistance to Kroos' return to the national team. Kroos will fit perfectly into the team as a link player in midfield.
Number of organ donations in Saxony almost constant
The number of organ donations in Saxony remained almost constant last year. According to an overview published on Tuesday by the German Organ Transplantation Foundation (DSO), 181 organs were donated in the state in 2023. In the two previous years, the figures were 183 and 185 respectively.Nationwid ..
Focus on Dani Olmo's comeback: RB Leipzig against Eintracht Frankfurt
RB Leipzig's first game of the new year will be dominated by Dani Olmo's comeback against Eintracht Frankfurt.
Dani Olmo fit for action again at RB Leipzig
RB Leipzig's Spanish international Dani Olmo is set to make his comeback against Eintracht Frankfurt on Saturday. However, he will not yet be able to play 90 minutes.
RB Leipzig can increase their win tally against Eintracht Frankfurt
RB Leipzig can take their tally of wins to eleven in their final first-leg match against Eintracht Frankfurt.
RB Leipzig can plan for the first half of the season against Eintracht Frankfurt with new signing Eljif Elmas
RB Leipzig can count on new signing Eljif Elmas for the first half of the season against Eintracht Frankfurt. Elmas feels good and is ready for the game.
1.83 million Deutschmarks exchanged in Saxony and Thuringia
Although the euro cash changeover took place more than 20 years ago, D-Mark bills and coins can still be found. In Saxony and Thuringia, large sums were also exchanged for euros in 2023.
Timetable change: More connections on long-distance services
In December, Deutsche Bahn traditionally changes its timetable. New connections and more trains are added for Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia. The region is to be better connected to the major cities in the north and south.
Significant delays on the ICE route between Erfurt and Frankfurt am Main
Rail travelers must be prepared for considerable delays
Deutsche Bahn extends long-distance connections with timetable change
With the timetable change next weekend, Deutsche Bahn is expanding its long-distance connections. There will be more and faster connections between major cities and significantly more seats.
Financial Fair Play: Dresden ahead in league payouts
Third-division soccer club Dynamo Dresden will receive the highest payout from the league's Financial Fair Play funding pot. The Saxons will receive 78,998.50 euros, as announced by the German Football Association on Tuesday. The funds for the 2022/2023 season were awarded according to two criteria: ..
Fine for Lok Leipzig after riots
Regional league soccer club 1. FC Lok Leipzig will pay dearly for the misconduct of its fans in the first round DFB Cup match against Eintracht Frankfurt (0:7). On Tuesday, the DFB sports court sentenced the Saxons to a fine of 25,000 euros. The court punished the burning and throwing of pyrotechnic ..
Fine for Lok Leipzig after riots
Regional league soccer club 1. FC Lok Leipzig will pay dearly for the misconduct of its fans in the first round DFB Cup match against Eintracht Frankfurt (0:7). On Tuesday, the DFB sports court sentenced the Saxons to a fine of 25,000 euros. The court punished the burning and throwing of pyrotechnic ..
Leipzig's Baumgartner: Showing what skiers can do
Leipzig's Austrian Baumgartner also enjoys the duel against their big soccer neighbors Germany. He makes a light-hearted skier's comment about the European Championship in his adopted country.
Nagelsmann must rebuild squad for international matches
Julian Nagelsmann had to make a personnel change just a few hours after his nomination for the final international match of the year. David Raum of RB Leipzig replaces Robin Gosens of Union Berlin, who is absent due to the birth of his second child.
RB Leipzig will play against Borussia Dortmund, TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, SV Werder Bremen, Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer 04 Leverkusen
RB Leipzig will face Borussia Dortmund and then TSG 1899 Hoffenheim, Werder Bremen, Eintracht Frankfurt and Bayer 04 Leverkusen on matchday 14 of the Bundesliga.
Freight industry takes a critical view of border controls
The freight transport industry is critical of the new fixed controls on the border with Poland. The border has "a high volume of traffic, both from commercial transports and commuter traffic," a spokeswoman for the German Road Haulage, Logistics and Waste Management Association (BGL) said Tuesday. F ..
BSG Chemie Leipzig wins test match against Eintracht Frankfurt
The regional league team BSG Chemie Leipzig surprisingly won a test match against the Bundesliga team Eintracht Frankfurt with 2:1.
RB Leipzig's women's soccer with 1:3 defeat in Frankfurt
RB Leipzig's women's soccer team conceded its second defeat on the third Bundesliga matchday. At last year's third-place finisher Eintracht Frankfurt, Saban Uzun's team lost 1:3 (1:0) on Saturday. In a largely uneventful first half, Lydia Andrade had given the promoted side the lead at Stadion Am Br ..
Julius Hirsch Prize: Three associations honored
The DFB awards the Julius Hirsch Prize to a club in Chemnitz that is committed to combating right-wing extremism. A club from Frankfurt and Maccabi Germany are among the winners.
RB Leipzig successful with appeal against fine
RB Leipzig has successfully appealed a fine to the DFB. The fine was reduced from 36,900 euros to 18,450 euros.
Rummenigge and Mintzlaff resign from task force
Accompanied by clear criticism of the German Football Association, Karl-Heinz Rummenigge and Oliver Mintzlaff have resigned from the DFB's task force with immediate effect. This communicated the two supervisory board chairmen of FC Bayern Munich and of RB Leipzig on Sunday in written form over a spo ..
Halle reaches next cup round with 38:25 win
The SV Union Halle-Neustadt women's handball team has reached the second round of the DHB Cup. The Bundesliga players won 38:25 (19:14) at the third league team Frankfurter HC on Wednesday evening. Thus the team of the new coach Till Wiechers succeeded in the dress rehearsal before the Bundesliga st ..
Over 8000 fans welcome cup winners RB Leipzig
More than 8000 fans welcomed home RB Leipzig's cup winners. The team presented the DFB Cup after the 2-0 against Eintracht Frankfurt on Sunday at the New City Hall of the fair city. Beforehand, Willi Orban, Peter Gulacsi, coach Marco Rose, sports director Max Eberl and club boss Johann Plenge signed ..