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Eintracht Frankfurt's Omar Marmoush continues to shine in the Bundesliga, showcasing his exceptional form with an assist and a goal in his team's thrilling 3-2 victory over former club Stuttgart. The Egyptian international's impressive performance has propelled him to the top of the league's scoring charts, alongside Bayern Munich's Harry Kane.Marmoush's return to Stuttgart was a memorable one, as he played a pivotal role in Frankfurt's triumph. His venomous corner kick set up Hugo Ekitike for the opening goal just before halftime. In the second half, Marmoush doubled Frankfurt's lead with a close-range finish, before adding a third with a stunning direct free-kick from 25 meters.Despite Marmoush's heroics, Stuttgart staged a late comeback attempt. Josha Vagnoman and Nick Woltemade scored in quick succession, and Chris Fuehrich appeared to have equalized in added time. However, the goal was ruled out for offside, handing Frankfurt a hard-fought victory.Frankfurt's win keeps them in third place in the Bundesliga standings, six points behind leaders Bayern Munich. Stuttgart, on the other hand, remains in mid-table after winning only three of their first 10 games.In other Bundesliga action, Wolfsburg secured a crucial 3-1 away win over Heidenheim to move away from the relegation zone. Yannick Gerhardt and Bence Dardai gave Wolfsburg an early lead, while Marvin Pieringer's second-half strike proved to be a consolation for Heidenheim. Tiago Tomas sealed the victory for Wolfsburg in the 90th minute.Meanwhile, Hoffenheim's Pavel Kaderabek made history by receiving the joint-fastest yellow card in Bundesliga history during his team's 0-0 draw with Augsburg. Kaderabek was booked after just eight seconds for a high elbow, equaling a record previously held by Florian Niederlechner. The early yellow card overshadowed an otherwise forgettable game, as both teams failed to find the back of the net.

Bayern Munich extended their lead atop the Bundesliga standings to five points with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over St. Pauli on Saturday. Jamal Musiala's stunning long-range goal proved to be the difference, as Bayern's title rivals stumbled.Musiala, who scored the winner in Bayern's midweek Champions League victory over Benfica, showcased his brilliance once again. Receiving the ball in midfield, he surged forward and unleashed a powerful shot from nearly 30 meters out. The ball bounced off the crossbar and into the net, leaving St. Pauli goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj helpless.While Bayern secured a narrow win, their major title rivals faced setbacks. Defending champions Bayer Leverkusen were held to a goalless draw at home by Borussia Monchengladbach, their third 0-0 result in the league this season. RB Leipzig also failed to find the back of the net, drawing 0-0 with Borussia Dortmund.Dortmund's woes continued as they suffered a 3-1 defeat at Mainz. Emre Can's red card in the first half proved costly, as Mainz capitalized on Dortmund's defensive frailties. Jonathan Burkardt and Paul Nebel scored for the hosts, while Serhou Guirassy's penalty proved to be a mere consolation for Dortmund.Leverkusen's title defense also hit a roadblock with a 1-1 draw at last-placed Bochum. Patrik Schick gave Leverkusen the lead, but Koji Miyoshi's late equalizer denied them a crucial victory.Elsewhere, Werder Bremen secured a 2-1 home win against Holstein Kiel thanks to Oliver Burke's 89th-minute goal.

Union Berlin and Freiburg played out a goalless draw in the German capital on Friday, with Union goalkeeper Frederik Ronnow saving a first-half penalty.Freiburg were awarded a penalty after 22 minutes when Eren Dinkci was brought down in the box. Captain Vincenzo Grifo stepped up to take the spot-kick, but his effort was expertly saved by Ronnow. This marked the fifth consecutive missed penalty for Freiburg in the Bundesliga, equaling a club record set in 1999.Despite the missed penalty, Freiburg continued to press for a goal. Lucas Hoeler had a late chance to snatch all three points, but his shot was brilliantly blocked by Diogo Leite.The draw moved Freiburg one point ahead of Bayer Leverkusen into fourth place in the Bundesliga standings, while Union Berlin remained in seventh, just outside the European qualification spots.The match was a rematch of the final matchday of last season, when Union secured their top-flight status with a home win over Freiburg.On Saturday, league leaders Bayern Munich will travel to promoted St. Pauli, while defending champions Leverkusen will face last-placed Bochum.

Bayern Munich, the reigning Bundesliga champions, are poised to extend their lead at the top of the table when they visit promoted St. Pauli on Saturday. A victory would put them six points clear of RB Leipzig, who face Borussia Moenchengladbach later that day.Bayern's dominance this season has been evident in their unbeaten record and their impressive goal-scoring form. In their last four Bundesliga matches, they have netted 16 goals without conceding. This resurgence has been attributed to the arrival of Vincent Kompany as manager, who has instilled a renewed sense of confidence and tactical discipline in the team.Leipzig's recent 2-1 loss to Borussia Dortmund has given Bayern the opportunity to widen the gap at the summit. The Bavarians are also buoyed by the return of Jamal Musiala, who has added a new dimension to their attack with his aerial prowess.St. Pauli, on the other hand, will be determined to make a statement against the league leaders. Despite losing their coach, Fabian Huerzeler, they have remained solid defensively, conceding only 11 goals this season. They will look to emulate their performance against Leipzig in September, where they held the Saxons to a goalless draw.Elsewhere in the Bundesliga, Bayer Leverkusen will face last-placed Bochum, while Mainz host Dortmund. On Sunday, third-placed Eintracht Frankfurt will travel to Stuttgart, who finished as runners-up last season.

Harry Kane's brace and assist propelled Bayern Munich to a commanding 3-0 victory over Union Berlin, extending their lead atop the Bundesliga standings to three points. The England captain opened the scoring from the penalty spot after Michael Olise was fouled in the box. Before halftime, Kane turned provider, setting up Kingsley Coman for a thunderous strike. Kane completed his brace in the second half, capitalizing on a loose ball ahead of Jamal Musiala.Despite recent setbacks in the Champions League, Bayern have maintained their dominance domestically, scoring 16 goals without conceding in their last four Bundesliga matches. Kane expressed confidence in his team's abilities, stating, "We've not started the Champions League well, so the pressure is on in every Champions League game now. I think if we use the confidence that we've played the last few games with, we can cause any team a lot of problems."In other Bundesliga action, Borussia Dortmund eased the pressure on coach Nuri Sahin with a 2-1 home win over RB Leipzig. Benjamin Sesko gave Leipzig the early lead, but Maximilian Beier and Serhou Guirassy scored to secure the victory for Dortmund.Eintracht Frankfurt continued their impressive form with a 7-2 thrashing of Bochum. Omar Marmoush, who now trails Kane by one goal in the scoring charts, contributed a goal and two assists. Hugo Ekitike scored a brace, while Ansgar Knauff, Nathaniel Brown, Mahmoud Dahoud, and Can Uzun also found the net.Promoted sides St Pauli and Holstein Kiel celebrated victories, boosting their hopes of avoiding relegation. Kiel earned their first Bundesliga win with a 1-0 home triumph over Heidenheim, while St Pauli defeated Hoffenheim 2-0. Bochum remain rooted to the bottom of the table with just one point from nine games.

Bayer Leverkusen's title defense has hit a roadblock after they dropped more points in a 2-2 draw at Werder Bremen on Saturday. Despite taking the lead twice, Leverkusen was unable to hold on to their advantage, conceding an equalizer in the 90th minute.Last season, Leverkusen's remarkable unbeaten run to the Bundesliga title saw them drop only 12 points. However, under new coach Xabi Alonso, they have already lost nine points in just eight games. Despite the setbacks, Alonso remains optimistic about his team's chances."Now in October, it's too early," Alonso said. "We want to be more consistent and when we get to that level, we will pick up more points. Anything can happen in the table... there's too many matches to come."While Leverkusen's attacking prowess remains evident, their defense has been a cause for concern. They have conceded 15 goals in eight games, compared to just 24 in 34 games last season. Alonso acknowledged the need for improvement."We want the feeling that we can control the game, that we don't give away chances to the opponent," Alonso said. "We didn't do that well today. We gave Bremen the chances and made it too easy -- it's not good and I'm of course not satisfied."Midfielder Granit Xhaka echoed Alonso's sentiments, expressing frustration at Leverkusen's inability to close out the match."If you don't kill the game, you concede -- it's very simple in football," Xhaka said. "It should not be possible that we go in front twice and still don't win the game. It's not enough like this -- we need to see the reality at the moment."Despite the setbacks, Leverkusen remains within striking distance of league leaders RB Leipzig, sitting five points behind. With plenty of matches remaining, Alonso and his team will be determined to turn things around and mount a serious title challenge.

Bayer Leverkusen Striker Victor Boniface Involved in Car AccidentBayer Leverkusen and Nigeria striker Victor Boniface was involved in a car accident on Sunday, leaving his vehicle severely damaged. The forward shared footage and photos of the incident on social media, showing his arm dripping with blood.According to German tabloid Bild, Boniface is "doing well considering the circumstances and is only slightly injured." The club has yet to comment publicly on the news.Boniface, 23, joined Leverkusen last season and played a pivotal role in their historic Bundesliga and cup double. This season, he has scored seven goals in 10 games across all competitions.On Saturday, Boniface missed a penalty but scored the winning goal in Leverkusen's 2-1 home victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. The club is scheduled to face French side Brest in the Champions League on Wednesday.Boniface expressed gratitude on social media, writing "god is the greatest" and "god says my time hasn't come."The accident has raised concerns about Boniface's availability for upcoming matches. Leverkusen will be hoping that their star striker recovers quickly and can continue his impressive form.

Bayern Munich's resurgence continued on Saturday as they thrashed Stuttgart 4-0 at home, with Harry Kane's hat-trick proving decisive. The victory ended a three-game winless run in all competitions and propelled Bayern back to the top of the Bundesliga on goal difference.Kane, who had not scored in four games for club and country, broke the deadlock in the 57th minute with a stunning long-range effort. He doubled his tally just three minutes later with a clinical finish from inside the box. The England captain completed his hat-trick in the 72nd minute, tapping home from close range.Bayern sporting director Max Eberl hailed Kane's performance, describing him as a "killer." "It was nice with that first goal, and the two afterwards showed what a killer he is," Eberl said.Kane, who has now scored 57 goals in all competitions for Bayern, admitted to feeling relieved after ending his goal drought. "There's always talk when you don't score for a while as a striker," he told Sky Germany. "I always believed in myself, my abilities and my teammates -- that was clear today."Bayern coach Vincent Kompany praised Kane's unwavering hunger for goals. "He's always hungry, even in training," Kompany said. "He's always scored goals and always will -- that will never change."The victory was a timely boost for Bayern ahead of their midweek Champions League clash with Barcelona. Kompany acknowledged the importance of the upcoming match but emphasized the need to celebrate their latest triumph. "We can celebrate a bit, but then it keeps going against Barcelona," he said.

Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig emerged victorious in their respective Bundesliga matches, with Leverkusen edging out Eintracht Frankfurt 2-1 and Leipzig securing a 2-0 triumph over Mainz.Leverkusen's victory was hard-fought, with Omar Marmoush giving Frankfurt an early lead. However, Robert Andrich equalized for the hosts, and Victor Boniface sealed the win with a second-half header. Boniface had earlier missed a penalty, but redeemed himself with the crucial goal.Leipzig, meanwhile, moved to the top of the table with their victory at Mainz. Xavi Simons opened the scoring with a solo effort, and Willi Orban doubled the lead. Mainz fans protested former coach Jurgen Klopp's decision to join Leipzig's parent company Red Bull, but the visitors remained unfazed.Elsewhere, Freiburg continued their impressive start to the season with a 3-1 home win over Augsburg. Vincenzo Grifo, Philipp Lienhart, and Christian Guenter scored for Freiburg, while Phillip Tietz netted a consolation goal for Augsburg.Borussia Moenchengladbach striker Tim Kleindienst scored a double in a 3-2 home win over former club Heidenheim. Hoffenheim also earned their first win since the season opener, defeating Bochum 3-1 thanks to goals from Andrej Kramaric, Marius Buelter, and Haris Tabakovic.