Bayern Munich overcame a resilient Eintracht Frankfurt 3-2, thanks to a sterling display by England international Harry Kane at the Allianz Arena.
Bayern Munich had to settle for a draw against Hamburger SV while Hoffenheim continued their dominant start to 2026 with another convincing victory on Saturday.
Tottenham were left sweating over Micky van de Ven's fitness after the defender missed training on Tuesday, just a day before their crucial Champions League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt.
Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt parted ways with manager Dino Toppmoller after they failed to beat Werder Bremen over the weekend.
Tuesday's Bundesliga action saw Borussia Dortmund tighten their grip on second place, headlining a trio of matches that shook up the top and bottom of the table.
Carney Chukwuemeka's 96th-minute equaliser rescued a dramatic 3-3 draw for Borussia Dortmund away at Eintracht Frankfurt, as BVB extended their unbeaten Bundesliga run to eight matches in a chaotic opening league game of 2026.