Events Today
The Bundesliga is born, launching a new chapter in German football
The Bundesliga was officially approved at the DFB convention in Dortmund, creating Germany’s first unified top-flight professional league. Approved by an overwhelming majority, the competition began in 1963 with 16 founding clubs, including Borussia Dortmund and Eintracht Frankfurt. FC Köln became the first Bundesliga champions in the 1963–64 season.
Rivaldo Joins AC Milan on Free Transfer
Just weeks after helping Brazil win the 2002 FIFA World Cup, Rivaldo completed a surprise free transfer to AC Milan. After being released by Barcelona following five seasons in Spain, the former FIFA World Player of the Year signed a three-year contract with the Italian giants ahead of the 2002–03 campaign.
Manchester City Complete the Signing of Sergio Agüero
Manchester City completed the signing of Sergio Agüero from Atlético Madrid for a reported £38 million. The Argentinean forward would go on to become the club's all-time leading scorer, winning five Premier League titles and delivering one of football's most iconic moments.