2. Bundesliga

Rafael van der Vaart Rafael van der Vaart conceded that Hamburg need to improve after being held to a 0-0 draw by second-tier Greuther Furth on Thursday.

Marcel Risse Marcel Risse expressed his delight after helping Cologne secure a return to the Bundesliga with a 3-1 win over Bochum on Monday.

Hamburger SV Hamburg dramatically preserved their Bundesliga status courtesy of an away goal in a 1-1 play-off draw at Greuther Furth.

Frank Kramer Greuther Furth coach Frank Kramer has called on his club's fans to yell themselves hoarse when they host Hamburg on Sunday.

Yuya Osako Newly promoted Bundesliga outfit Cologne have bolstered their ranks with the signing of Japan international Yuya Osako.

Valérien Ismaël Recently relegated Nuremberg have appointed Valerien Ismael as manager as they look for a quick Bundesliga return.

Danny da Costa Danny da Costa does not think racism is an issue in German football despite being the subject of abuse in an away fixture at 1860 Munich.