Some major changes have been rolled out to enable the Bundesliga to return to action while the world is still battling the global coronavirus pandemic.
Many players and supporters have reservations about a return to action while the COVID-19 crisis is still affecting lives. But German clubs have been given intricately detailed guidelines to ensure their health and safety as they get the campaign back underway.
All handshakes, mascots and team photographs will not be permitted, and there will be no supporters will be allowed inside the stadium, meaning that players and managers' voices are likely to be audible to television viewers.