Schalke, Hoffenheim, Borussia Dortmund, Bayer Leverkusen and RB Leipzig: contenders or pretenders to Bayern Munich`s throne?
(WorldNews Germany)

It`s no secret that Bayern Munich are the favourites to win the Bundesliga in 2018/19, but that`s not to say it will be a walk in the park for the defending champions. Last season`s chasing pack are more than capable of giving the red machine a run for their money on their day; the question is can any of them sustain the charge over the course of an entire campaign and mount a serious title challenge? bundesliga.com takes a closer look... Last season: 2nd (21 points behind Bayern) Bayern`s closest pursuers in 2017/18, Schalke have growing expectations as well as UEFA Champions League football to shoulder in the new season. Losing midfield duo Leon Goretzka (Bayern) and Max Meyer (Crystal...