For now, the Mannheim team's new coach has two objectives: the Portuguese aims to get to know his players well and improve 'small things' in the work structure.

Die Eisernen haben ihre Vorbereitung aufgenommen und am Wochenende bereits zwei Testspielsiege errungen. Erste Ansätze von Lustrinellis Spielidee wurden bereits sichtbar. English Translation: Higher Pressing, More Drive Towards Goal: How Lustrinelli Wants to Give Union a Facelift

Thousands of spectators once again flocked to the training session of FC Schalke 04 for its opening. The program offered for them, according to kicker reporter Toni Lieto, was almost reminiscent of a folk festival. Coach Miron Muslic and captain Kenan Karaman also expressed their impressment.

The 1. FC Köln II has found its successor for Evangelos Sbonias, who has been promoted to the professional team. Manuel Hartmann, who coached the U16 team last season, will now step up to the Regionalliga West. English Translation: The 1. FC Köln II has presented its successor for Eva

It seems unlikely that FIFA will assign Felix Zwayer to officiate another World Cup match as a head referee. This is especially true given his recent appointment to a crucial knockout stage game, not as the main official, but as an assistant referee. Translation: It is unlikely that F

SSC Napoli, the dethroned champion of Italy, is turning to a veteran coach. Max Allegri is expected to lead the club to a similar number of titles as he achieved during his successful tenure at Juventus Turin. English Translation: The Good Omen? Allegri Succeeds Conte Again SSC N