Bundesliga Matchday 4 Recap
In Matchday 4 of the Bundesliga, a remarkable total of 32 goals were scored. Bayern Munich solidified their position at the top of the table, significantly aided by Harry Kane’s stunning hat-trick. Additionally, Borussia Dortmund secured a victory over Wolfsburg, while Union Berlin and Mainz also celebrated impressive wins. Hamburg, after a lengthy absence from the top tier of German football since May 2018, finally marked their return with a victory.
Team of the Week
Every Monday, the Get German Football News team highlights the standout players from the week’s matches.
GK: Noah Atubolu (Freiburg)
The young German goalkeeper played a crucial role in Freiburg’s second win of the season. Atubolu made five saves during the match, including a remarkable penalty save against Romano Schmid—his fifth consecutive save from the spot, a feat unmatched by any other Bundesliga goalkeeper.
RB: Julian Ryerson (Borussia Dortmund)
With the return of Nico Schlotterbeck after a five-month absence, Julian Ryerson shifted from a back three to his favored right wing-back position against Wolfsburg. The industrious Norwegian was instrumental, creating four chances, having 96 touches, and assisting Karim Adeyemi for the game’s only goal.
CB: Jeff Chabot (Stuttgart)
A stalwart in defense, Chabot was nearly impenetrable against St. Pauli, winning 11 duels—the highest in Friday night’s match. The 27-year-old also delivered an impressive passing accuracy, with seven passes moving into the final third, alongside five interceptions and recoveries.
CB: Luka Vušković (Hamburg)
Although fans are cautioned not to fall in love with loanees, 18-year-old Luka Vušković, on loan from Tottenham, made a striking impression by scoring first against Heidenheim. He led both teams with 54 completed passes and won eight duels, contributing to Hamburg’s first Bundesliga win in over five years.
LB: David Raum (RB Leipzig)
After facing criticism at the end of last season, David Raum responded positively with a stellar performance against 1. FC Koln, scoring a fantastic free-kick and creating three goal-scoring opportunities.
CM: Kaishu Sano (Mainz)
The Japanese international has continued to shine as he played a key role in Mainz’s 4-1 victory over Augsburg, netting a goal and providing an assist. His four completed dribbles showcased his skill, and his vision and work ethic are vital for Bo Henriksen’s tactics.
CM: Chema Andrés (Stuttgart)
Chema Andrés made a significant impact in his role alongside Angelo Stiller, surpassing club captain Atakan Karazor. He accumulated 76 touches, created two scoring chances, and completed 87% of his passes while contributing defensively with 15 actions out of possession.
AM: Vincenzo Grifo (Freiburg)
As Freiburg finds their rhythm, Vincenzo Grifo has been pivotal, contributing a goal and an assist while creating two chances in their latest match against Werder Bremen, making his limited touches count effectively.
AM: Oliver Burke (Union Berlin)
Oliver Burke had an outstanding performance against Eintracht Frankfurt, hitting the back of the net three times. His first goal showcased his speed behind the defense, followed by a powerful header and a composed finish over the approaching goalkeeper.
ST: Andrej Ilić (Union Berlin)
Although Ilić didn’t find the net, he registered three assists, all for Oliver Burke, making it easier for his teammate to score. He was also a constant threat to the opposition and was frequently fouled throughout the match.
ST: Harry Kane (Bayern Munich)
Kane kicked things off against Hoffenheim with an excellent goal from a corner and converted two penalties, marking his ninth hat-trick in the Bundesliga since joining Bayern Munich. He has now become the first player in the league to score with all of his first 17 penalties taken.
