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Bayern Munich shatters records as Bundesliga’s winter return delivers fireworks

A postponed match, a red card, and a record-breaking Bayern Munich—Matchday 17 had it all. Now, Leipzig dares to defy the odds in a blockbuster showdown.

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The image shows a group of men playing a game of handball on a court, with a ball in the center of the action. In the background, there are people sitting on chairs, railings, and a board with text, likely indicating that the game is taking place in a stadium. The text on the board reads "Futsal World Cup 2019 - Bayern Munich vs Paris Saint-Germain", suggesting that this is a match between the two teams.

Bayern Munich shatters records as Bundesliga’s winter return delivers fireworks

The Bundesliga returned with a bang after its winter break, delivering drama and surprises in Matchday 17. While Bayern Munich continued their dominance, other teams faced setbacks—including a postponed match due to icy conditions. Attention now turns to the upcoming clash between RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich, with bookmakers heavily favouring the reigning champions.

Meanwhile, Germany’s handball team kicked off their Euro 2026 campaign with a narrow win, though questions remain about their attacking play.

The Bundesliga’s winter break ended just a week ago, and Matchday 17 (January 13–15, 2026) brought intense midweek action. Bayern Munich crushed 1. FC Köln 3-1, securing the best first half of a season in league history. Elsewhere, Stuttgart stunned Eintracht Frankfurt with a 3-2 victory, while Augsburg and Union Berlin played out a fiery 1-1 draw. Alexis Claude-Maurice put Augsburg ahead, but Marin Ljubičić equalised in the final minutes. Union Berlin finished with ten men after Derrick Köhn’s red card in the 89th minute.

The match between Hamburger SV and Bayer Leverkusen was called off due to ice on the stadium roof. No other results were confirmed beyond Köln’s defeat. Off the pitch, bookmakers have already set their odds for Matchday 18’s highlight: RB Leipzig vs. Bayern Munich on January 17. Bayern are strong favourites at 1.55, while Leipzig sit at 5.00 for a win and 4.90 for a draw. In other sports, Germany’s handball team opened their Euro 2026 campaign with a 30-27 win over Austria. Despite the victory, their attack showed clear weaknesses that may need addressing in upcoming matches. Beyond football, the small Czech village of Rozvadov—near the German border—remains a top poker destination. Its King’s Resort hosts Europe’s largest poker room, attracting players from across the continent.

Bayern Munich’s record-breaking first half of the season sets a high bar for the rest of the league. The postponed Leverkusen match and Union Berlin’s red card add further intrigue to an already unpredictable Bundesliga. All eyes now shift to Leipzig’s challenge against Bayern on Saturday evening.

For Germany’s handball team, the narrow win over Austria provides momentum, but improvements in attack will be crucial for deeper tournament progress.

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