Hoffenheim General Manager Jan Schindelmeiser aimed a swipe at Bayern Munich in the wake of the former's current superiority over the Bavarian giants. Apart from being named autumn champions in Germany, newcomers Hoffenheim were voted second-best Sports team of the Year in the annual awards ceremony German champions Bayern failed to make the top 10 list, which was led by the German hockey team, who won the gold medal in the 2008 Olympic Games. "I know that Bayern would have been happy to become autumn champions, so we dedicate this title to them, because for us this title is not so important," Schindelmeiser said in a live show on German TV. The surprise Bundesliga leaders boast a better goal difference than holders Bayern, with both teams tied at 35 points. The unfashionable side shocked the Bundesliga with their consistent form so far this season, despite the lack of experience at the top flight.
