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Bundesliga clubs prepare for Matchday 2 following active transfer window

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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Bundesliga clubs prepare for Matchday 2 following active transfer window

Summary

The Bundesliga returns for Matchday 2 this weekend following the conclusion of the summer transfer window. Several clubs finalized roster additions just before the deadline, with players such as Moussa Diaby returning to Bayer Leverkusen and Fabio Vieira joining Hamburg. Teams are now adjusting their starting lineups to accommodate new signings while managing injuries. VfB Stuttgart opens the weekend schedule against Cologne on Friday night. Bayern Munich travels to face Schalke, marking a return for goalkeeper Manuel Neuer to his former home ground. Other notable matchups include Hoffenheim hosting Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig visiting Werder Bremen.

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By the Numbers

•VfB Stuttgart faces Cologne on Friday night to begin the second weekend of play.
•Bayer Leverkusen added Moussa Diaby and Guéla Doué to the squad following the transfer deadline.
•Borussia Dortmund signed Ethan Nwaneri after an injury to Giannis Konstantelias.
•Manuel Neuer is expected to play for Bayern Munich against his former club, Schalke.

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What they're saying

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The transfer window has passed, and we’re all set for another weekend of highly anticipated Bundesliga action.VfB Stuttgart vs CologneThe hosts managed to retain the services of Bilal El Khannouss o...
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