Bayern Munich were among a number of Bundesliga clubs to return to training for the first time since the campaign was halted by the coronavirus pandemic.

The champions trained in groups of five but without any contact, as did Borussia Monchengladbach and Wolfsburg.

Bottom side Paderborn worked in small groups and coach Steffen Baumgart said it was important for players to “get the ball on their feet again”.

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Germany’s top flight has been suspended since 13 March until at least 30 April.

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“It goes without saying that all hygiene regulations will be strictly observed,” Bayern Munich said in a statement. “Training will take place with no members of the public present.

“In order to further slow the spread of the coronavirus, Bayern asks fans to continue to follow the instructions of the authorities and therefore please do not come to the Bayern training ground.”

Bayern were top of the league at the time of the season being stopped, four points clear of Borussia Dortmund.

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Bayern’s training session consisted of work with and without the ball
Photographers had to maintain their distance while observing training