Bundesliga clubs prepare for matchday three as top sides face opponents

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Last updated Sep 11, 2026

Bundesliga clubs prepare for matchday three as top sides face opponents
Summary

Matchday three of the Bundesliga arrives with Augsburg, Freiburg, Borussia Dortmund, and Elversberg currently holding the top four spots. Borussia Dortmund hosts Paderborn on Saturday, aiming to continue an unbeaten record against the visitors while potentially reintroducing defenders Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini to the squad. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich prepares for an away match against SV Elversberg, who currently utilize temporary changing room structures during stadium renovations. Friday night features Union Berlin hosting Schalke 04 in the German capital, marking the return of Robin Gosens to Koppenick. Union and Schalke each seek their first win of the campaign after difficult starts. The league table remains subject to significant movement as these matches conclude throughout the weekend.

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  • Borussia Dortmund welcomes Paderborn with Nico Schlotterbeck and Ramy Bensebaini available for selection.
  • Bayern Munich plays at SV Elversberg while the home side uses temporary locker room facilities.
  • Union Berlin and Schalke 04 face off in Friday’s fixture at the German capital.
  • Robin Gosens returns to play at Union Berlin for the first time since leaving the club.
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It’s matchday three in the Bundesliga, and the table is still in the brilliant early stages where the current top four are Augsburg, Freiburg, Borussia Dortmund, and Elversberg – what a fantastic ...

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