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Robben and Ribery involved in Madrid row

Bayern Munich wingers Arjen Robben and Franck Ribery were involved in a furious dressing room row at half-time in their Champions League match against Real Madrid, Sport Bild magazine reported.

The report said the row was centered on who should have taken a free-kick on the edge of the Real area just before the break.

Bild newspaper also showed a bruise on Robben's cheek and speculated that it could have been caused by a punch thrown by Ribery.

Bayern refused to comment on the reports. "What happens in the dressing-room, stays in the dressing-room, there's nothing more to say," spokesman Markus Horwick told German media.

Borussia Dortmund coach Jurgen Klopp has criticised the Bundesliga over the kick-off times for Saturday's games.

"Apparently, nobody at the Bundesliga had thought that we could already be champions," Klopp said. "If they had come to me, I would have said last Sunday that all games should kick off on Saturday afternoon."

"Clemens has been playing to a very high level for years," coach Thomas Schaaf said. "If his consistency can rub off on the rest of the team it'll be fantastic. His experience and personality make him a very important player for us."

Borussia Monchengladbach still believe that can overtake third place Schalke 04 and capture Germany's third direct spot in the Champions League.

"Obviously, third place means more income for us. I hope we can hear the Champions League anthem in our stadium next season," sporting director Max Eberl said. "Right now, I hear it every day, when my son is on the PlayStation."