Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast
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Will Dortmund sack Edin Terzic during the winter break?
December 20, 2023 17:49 - 7 minutes - 6.6 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW HERE On this week’s transfer round-up show, Manu and Stefan take a look at the flurry of reports surrounding Edin Terzic’s future at Dortmund and ponder whether the Bundesliga side really are prepared to sack the head coach or will stick with him in the second half of the season. Enjoy!
Bundesliga matchday 15: Preview and predictions
December 15, 2023 05:19 - 28 minutes - 26.6 MBOn this week’s Bundesliga preview show, Manu and Stefan take a look at all the fixtures in matchday 15 of the German top-flight, including Borussia Dortmund’s tricky trip to Augsburg, Bayer Leverkusen playing host to Eintracht Frankfurt and whether Stuttgart can put a serious dent in Bayern Munich’s title challenge. Enjoy!
German football has opened the door to private equity investment. What happens now?
December 13, 2023 10:40 - 16 minutes - 15 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW HERE This week the DFL confirmed that 36 teams from the Bundesliga and 2. Bundesliga had given the governing body permission to negotiate a potential deal with a league investor. German football is now hoping to generate around $1 billion in additional income by selling 8% of its licensing revenue from the DFL’s commercial rights for the next 20 years. On today’s extended podcast, Manu and Matt break down all the details, discuss whether it’s a good idea and what it ...
Frankfurt batter Bayern, Dortmund falter against Leipzig, Stuttgart & Leverkusen share a draw
December 11, 2023 17:28 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBOn this week’s Bundesliga podcast, Stefan and Manu are joined by Matt Ford to discuss Bayern Munich’s unexpected defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt, Borussia Dortmund’s somewhat expected defeat to RB Leipzig and whether a draw against Stuttgart is one point won or two points dropped for Leverkusen. Enjoy!
Bundesliga Matchday 14: Preview and predictions
December 08, 2023 04:30 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBOn this week’s Bundesliga preview and predictions show Manu and Stefan sink their teeth into matchday 14 and discuss whether Borussia Dortmund can turn things around against RB Leipzig, if Bayer Leverkusen can continue their unbeaten run against Stuttgart, as well as casting their eye over two tasty six-pointers at the bottom of the table. Plus much more!
Germany win the U17 World Cup, Dortmund hold Leverkusen to 1-1 draw
December 03, 2023 22:10 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBOn this week's main show, Manuel and Stefan react to Germany winning the U17 World Cup and what it could mean for Julian Nagelsmann's senior squad ahead of next year's Euro 2024 in Germany. They then break down a fascinating 1-1 draw between Bayer Leverkusen and Borussia Dortmund and debate whether the result suited Xabi Alonso, Edin Terzic or Thomas Tuchel. Enjoy!
Bundesliga matchday 14: Preview and Predictions
December 01, 2023 09:28 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBOn this week's Bundesliga preview and predictions show Manuel and Stefan run through Union Berlin's tricky away tie with Bayern Munich, a fascinating clash between Gladbach and Hoffenheim and then take a look at whether Borussia Dortmund can raise their game to match a very impressive Bayer Leverkusen side on Sunday. Plus much, much more. Enjoy!
Is Harry Kane already a better Bayern striker than Robert Lewandowski? Plus, making sense of the chaos at Dortmund
November 27, 2023 21:12 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBOn this week’s main show Manu and Stefan are once again joined by the Athletic’s Seb Stafford-Bloor to push to one side a rather boring 1-0 win for Bayern Munich against FC Köln to instead discuss whether Harry Kane is already a better striker for the Munich club than Robert Lewandowski ever was. The trio then breakdown Borussia Dortmund’s dramatic 4-2 win over the Foals and whether or not is has convinced anyone that Edin Terzic is still the right man for the job at the Westfalenstadion. Th...
Bundesliga Matchday 12: Preview and predictions
November 24, 2023 06:00 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBOn this week's preview show Manu and Stefan offer up their analysis and predictions for every game of Bundesliga matchday 12. Can Borussia Dortmund pick up all three points against Borussia Mönchengladbach? Can Heidenheim win a crucial six-pointer against Bochum? And can Eintracht Frankfurt stop the Serhou Guirassy hype train? All that and more answered on today's show.
Timo Werner to Real Madrid, Bayern Munich make January plans to fix their defence
November 22, 2023 11:06 - 10 minutes - 9.74 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW HERE On this week’s transfer round-up show Manu and Stefan are back to discuss the numeorus senior players that could be leaving RB Leipzig in January, including a speculative story linking Timo Werner with a move to Real Madrid. The duo then discuss two strikers that could be making their way to Eintracht Frankfurt in the coming months, before breaking down the transfer rumours that have popped in recent weeks suggested who Bayern Munich could look to sign to sure u...
Bonus pod: Reacting to Urs Fischer's departure from Union Berlin
November 16, 2023 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.27 MBOn this week’s (second) Bonus Pod, Manu and Stefan offer up their reactions to the news of Union Berlin and Urs Fischer parting ways. Did the Bundesliga club make the right call? Did they have any other options? Will it save them from relegation? And who will take his place? All that and more discussed on today’s show. Enjoy!
The Bundesliga goes NFL and Heidenheim exceed expectations
November 13, 2023 21:51 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBOn this week's main show Manu is joined by Seb Stafford-Bloor from The Athletic to discuss the Bundesliga's deepening relationship with the NFL. The two reflect on the fine balance of commercialization and traditional Bundesliga values. The two then discuss Heidenheim and Stuttgart and their respective impressive campaigns to start the season. Finally, they chat about Union Berlin and whether Urs Fischer can turn things around. Enjoy!
Bundesliga Matchday 11: Preview and predictions
November 10, 2023 09:49 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBOn this week’s Bundesliga preview show, Manu and Stefan dive in to every single game of matchday 11 and offer up their analysis and predictions. Can Borussia Dortmund bounce back with a win in Stuttgart? Can an improved Union Berlin win at the Bay Arena? And will Bayern Munich run up double digits against Heidenheim? All that and more on today’s show! Share
If Dortmund won't challenge Bayern Munich, who will?
November 06, 2023 18:36 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBOn this week's main show Stefan is joined by Matt Ford to dive back into Bayern Munich's impressive win over Borussia Dortmund on Sunday, before taking a look at RB Leipzig's back-to-back defeats in the German Cup and Bundesliga and then finishing up on whether Xabi Alonso's Bayer Leverkusen can really go the distance in the league. Enjoy!
Reaction to Borussia Dortmund 0-4 Bayern Munich | with Matt Ford and Seb Stafford-Bloor
November 04, 2023 20:10 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBFrom within the depths of the Westfalenstadion Manu speaks to Matt Ford and Seb Stafford-Bloor about Bayern Munich’s dominating performance against Borussia Dortmund in the first “Der Klassiker” of the Bundesliga season.
Bundesliga matchday 10: Preview and Predictions
November 03, 2023 09:25 - 29 minutes - 27 MBOn this week's Bundesliga preview show Manu and Stefan break down each match and offer their analysis and predictions, including Bayer Leverkusen's tricky clash away to Hoffenheim, Freiburg playing host to an improved Borussia Mönchengladbach and, of course, the all-important "Der Klassiker" between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich. Enjoy!
Dortmund wrestle a point off Frankfurt, Leverkusen keep winning and Harry Kane scores from the half-way line
October 30, 2023 21:05 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing podcast Stefan, Manu and Matt break down all the drama from Borussia Dortmund's 3-3 draw with Eintracht Frankfurt, Bayer Leverkusen's impressive win over Freiburg and then take a moment to appreciate Harry Kane (and Bayern Munich's) remarkable performance against Darmstadt. Enjoy!
Bundesliga matchday 9: Preview and predictions
October 27, 2023 08:30 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBOn this week's preview show Manu and Stefan dive into every single Bundesliga match ahead of a fascinating weekend of football. Including, Union Berlin's all-important trip to Werder Bremen, Borussia Dortmund's clash with Eintracht Frankfurt and a tasty Sunday night clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Freiburg. Enjoy!
Augsburg and Köln fight back as Union Berlin and Mainz continue their search for wins
October 23, 2023 19:25 - 46 minutes - 43.1 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing Podcast Manu and Stefan are joined by Matt Ford to discuss Bayern Munich's 3-1 win in Mainz, why Union Berlin still can't seem to pick up a win and what has led to both Augsburg and Köln picking up somewhat unexpected wins at the weekend. Enjoy!
Bundesliga Matchday 8: Preview and Predictions
October 20, 2023 08:55 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBYou can now follow the show on Threads or join our Whatsapp channel to follow along with all the latest newsletters and podcasts from Gegenpressing. On this week's preview show Manu and Stefan are back to cheer in the return of the Bundesliga! On the show they discuss Werder Bremen's tricky away tie to Borussia Dortmund, whether Union Berlin got their act together during the international break, a tasty Rheinderby between Köln and Gladbach and a fascinating "El Plastico" between Wolfsburg ...
Transfer round-up: Ouédraogo to Bayern, Moukoko trouble at Dortmund and could Musiala be on his way to Liverpool?
October 18, 2023 09:16 - 5 minutes - 5.12 MBOn this week’s transfer round-up show, Manu and Stefan discuss reports from England linking Jamal Musiala with a move to Liverpool, whether Schalke star Assan Ouédraogo could be on his way to Bayern Munich and why Youssoufa Moukoko continues to be a thorn in the side of Edin Terzic. Sha
Nagelsmann's first game in charge of Germany, Augsburg turn to Thorup to rescue their season
October 16, 2023 15:35 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing podcast, Manu and Stefan break down Julian Nagelsmann's first game in charge of Germany, after his side beat the United States 3-1. The pair also take a look at Ausgburg's decision to sack Enrico Maaßen in favour of former Copenhagen head coach Jess Thorup.
Bonus show: Answering subscriber questions - with Matt Ford!
October 12, 2023 15:05 - 8 minutes - 7.63 MBCLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE On this week’s bonus show Stefan is joined by Matt Ford to discuss a number of topics, as the pair dig into questions provided by subscribers. How much will Stuttgart get for their star striker? Is the Westfalenstadion such an eye-sore? Are Bundesliga goalkeepers overrated? And what’s the best way to get to Elversberg? All that and more answered on today’s show.
Var controversy in Dortmund and a deep dive into Union and Köln's terrible starts to the season
October 09, 2023 18:10 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing podcast Manu is joined by Chris Williams and Matt Ford. They chat about the VAR controversy in the Dortmund vs Union Berlin matchup. The three then do an analysis on what has been going wrong at Union before doing a deep dive on 1. FC Köln’s challenges. After just one point from seven games, is there any hope for the Billy Goats?
Bundesliga Matchday 7: Preview and predictions
October 06, 2023 08:42 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBOn today's show Manu and Stefan dive into the forthcoming fixtures of Bundesliga matchday 7 and provide their predictions for each and every game. Including a potential six-pointer between Borussia Mönchengladbach and Mainz on Friday night, Union Berlin's trip to Borussia Dortmund, a fascinating clash between Stuttgart and Wolfsburg and Sunday's showdown between Bayern Munich and Freiburg.
Bonus show: Reaction to this week's Champions League games
October 05, 2023 18:10 - 7 minutes - 6.76 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW HERE On this week’s bonus show, Manu and Stefan discuss further heartbreak in Europe for Union Berlin, Bayern Munich’s hard-fought win over FC Copenhagen and somewhat dissapointing results for Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig. Share
Transfer round-up: Should Bayern re-signing Jerome Boateng?
October 04, 2023 10:23 - 7 minutes - 6.62 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On this week’s transfer round-up show Manu and Stefan discuss the reported return of Jerome Boating to Bayern Munich and whether the club are making the correct decision to re-sign the controversial figure. They also discuss the big Max Eberl story that Manu reported last week, as well as the latest news on Xabi Alonso, Jeremie Frimpong and Jadon Sancho. Enjoy!
Dortmund overcome Hoffenheim test, RB Leipzig hold Bayern to a draw
October 02, 2023 18:55 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing podcast Manu and Stefan are deligthed to be joined by the Athletic's Seb Stafford-Bloor to discuss Borussia Dortmund's hard-fought 3-1 win over Hoffenheim and decipher who came out smelling of roses in RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich's 2-2 draw.
Bundesliga Matchday 6: Preview and predictions
September 29, 2023 11:06 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBOn this week's Bundesliga preview show Manu and Stefan offer up their predictions for every single match of Bundesliga matchday 6, including Borussia Dortmund's tricky away clash with Hoffenheim on Friday night and a fascinating Saturday night clash between RB Leipzig and Bayern Munich.
Serhou Guirassy's Stuttgart storm the Bundesliga, Dortmund finally get back to winning ways
September 25, 2023 17:10 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing podcast Manu and Stefan are joined by Matt Ford to discuss Stuttgart and star striker Serhou Guirassy's remarkable start to the season and try to figure out just how far this Swabian side can really go this season. The trio also break down Borussia Dortmund's narrow win over Wolfsburg and whether Edin Terzic is any closer to figuring out what to do with his side. Enjoy!
Bundesliga Matchday 5: Preview and Predictions
September 22, 2023 08:55 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBOn this week's Bundesliga preview show, Manu and Stefan discuss every single game of matchday 5, including Borussia Dortmund's tricky home clash with Wolfsburg, a potential six-pointer between Augsburg and Mainz and some interesting Sunday games. Enjoy!
Leverkusen match Bayern at the Allianz Arena, Dortmund surprise in Freiburg
September 18, 2023 19:56 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing podcast Manu and Stefan are back to talk about the two biggest games in German football this weekend. On Friday Xabi Alonso's impressive Leverkusen side matched Bayern Munich with a 2-2 draw, only for Dortmund to come from behind (after taking the lead) to beat Freiburg 4-2. We analyse both games, while also taking a look at the midweek fixtures in the Champions League. Enjoy!
Bundesliga Matchday 4: Preview and predictions
September 15, 2023 08:40 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBOn this week's Bundesliga preview show, Manu and Stefan dig into all of the fantastic fixtures on offer in matchday four and offer up their predictions for each and every game. Can Bayern Munich tame an impressive Bayer Leverkusen side? Can Freiburg pour more misery on Borussia Dortmund's poor start to the season? And do we already have some tasty relegation six-pointers to consider? All that and more on today's show.
Bonus show: Can Xabi Alonso's high-flying Leverkusen side really challenge Bayern Munich?
September 14, 2023 18:20 - 5 minutes - 4.87 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On this week’s bonus show Manu and Stefan take a closer look at Friday’s enticing clash between Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen. What has made Xabi Alonso’s team so impressive over the past 12 months? What are their strengths and weaknesses? And, most importantly, are they now at a stage where they can beat Thomas Tuchel’s side and challenge for this season’s Bundesliga? All that and more answered on today’s show. Share
Transfer round-up: Nagelsmann to Germany, Sancho to Dortmund and Bayern's big changes after "Black Friday"
September 13, 2023 08:55 - 5 minutes - 4.66 MBLISTEN TO FULL EPISODE HERE On this week’s transfer round-up, Manu and Stefan review Germany’s unexpected win over France and whether Julian Nagelsmann really is the frontrunner to become the new Bundestrainer. They also ponder whether a January move for Jadon Sancho would make sense for Borussia Dortmund and what changes Bayern Munich are set to make to avoid a repeat of the summer’s disastrous transfer window. Enjoy!
Germany sack Hansi Flick!
September 11, 2023 19:59 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBOn this week's Gegenpressing podcast Manu and Stefan discuss the huge news that the German FA have sacked Hansi Flick. What led to the former Bayern Munich head coach becoming the first ever coach sacked by the German national team and who should replace him? All that and more discussed on today's show.
Bonus: A discussion with Farhan Devji, the author of "Alphonso Davies: A New Hope"
September 08, 2023 10:15 - 5 minutes - 5.06 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On this week’s bonus show Manu is joined by Farhan Devji the author of Alphonso Davies: A New Hope. The two discuss Davies’ career to date and the glorious moments he experienced with Bayern during the 2020 treble-winning campaign. Finally, they break down some of the chaos that surrounded Bayern last spring and whether it will have an impact on Davies’ long-term future with the club. Enjoy! To purchase Farhan’s book head to ECW Press here.
Dortmund crisis and Bayern deadline day chaos
September 05, 2023 14:19 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBOn this week's main Gegenpressing podcast, Manu is joined by Marie Schulte-Bockum and Matt Ford as they break down yet another disappointing Borussia Dortmund performance. The crew wonders whether Dortmund's problems can be fixed and whether a coaching change is afoot. They also discuss Bayern Munich's deadline day disaster and wonder whether Leverkusen and Leipzig can challenge them for the title after impressive weekend results.
Bundesliga matchday 3: Preview and Predictions
August 31, 2023 23:24 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBOn this week's preview show, Manu is joined by Seb Stafford-Bloor from The Athletic, who was kind enough to fill in for Stefan. The two offer their predictions for matchday 2 of the Bundesliga season. Can Dortmund get back on track against Heidenheim? Will Bayern Munich once again stumble in the true Klassiker against Gladbach? Also, Seb argues that Union Berlin against Leipzig is the true match of the weekend.
Bayern thump Augsburg, Dortmund stumble at Bochum and Leverkusen march on
August 27, 2023 20:12 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBOn this week's main Gegenpressing podcast, Chris, Manu and Stefan break down why Borussia Dortmund were lucky to get away with a point at Bochum, whether Bayern Munich's 3-1 win over Augsburg was entertaining enough, why Bayer Leverkusen continue to look like the real deal and what we can make from Union Berlin's title-challenging credentials. Enjoy!
Bundesliga matchday 2: Preview and Predictions
August 25, 2023 09:15 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBOn this week's preview show, Manu and Stefan offer their predictions for matchday 2 of the Bundesliga season. In one has been titled the "derby weekend", Dortmund travel to Bochum, Bayer Leverkusen and Gladbach lock horns and Hoffenheim take on Heindenheim. Not to mention Bayern Munich's clash with Augsburg on Sunday night.
Kane gets off the mark against Bremen, Dortmund struggle against Köln
August 21, 2023 10:10 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBOn this week's episode Manu is joined by friends of the podcast Matt Ford and Chris Williams to discuss the biggest talking points from matchday 1 of the Bundesliga. How good was Harry Kane against Werder Bremen? Why did Borussia Dortmund struggle so much against Köln? And did Bayer Leverkusen show their title-challenging crudentials against RB Leipzig? All that and more discussed on today's show!
Bundesliga matchday 1: Preview and predictions!
August 18, 2023 08:49 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBOn this week's preview show, Manu and Stefan dive into Werder Bremen hosting Harry Kane's Bayern Munich on Friday, a tasty top-four clash between Leverkusen and RB Leipzig, whether Dortmund can get past Köln and a relegation six-pointer. The Bundesliga is back! Join our fantasty football league here!
The big Bundesliga preview episode: Part 2
August 17, 2023 20:35 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBOn today’s episode Manu and Stefan run through the second part of their big Bundesliga preview by taking a closer look at the bottom half of the German top-flight. Which clubs could impress and break into the top half? Which clubs look a little lost in mid-table? And which clubs look worryingly at risk of relegation? All that and more answered on today’s show.
Transfer round-up: Dortmund chase Bella-Kotchap, Pavard wants Bayern exit and Union (finally) sign Gosens
August 16, 2023 10:35 - 5 minutes - 5.18 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW HERE On this week’s transfer round-up show Manu and Stefan discuss Armel Bella-Kotchap’s reported move to Borussia Dortmund, Wolfsburg signing Ligue 1 star Lovro Majer, Bayern Munich’s attempted to fix their goalkeeping issues, Benjamin Pavard’s never-ending quest to leave the club and Union Berlin pulling off some impressive late deals in the window. Enjoy! 1 Share
The big Bundesliga preview episode: Part 1
August 14, 2023 16:03 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBOn this week’s main episode, Manu and Stefan discuss the top-half of the Bundesliga table. Over the course of a full hour, the pair break down the main title contenders to Bayern Munich’s dominance, whether Union Berlin or Leverkusen will break into the top four and whether we should keep an eye on the best of the rest.
We're back! The Preview Show: Bayern Munich take on RB Leipzig in the German Super Cup
August 11, 2023 08:44 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBIn the first preview show of the new season, Manu and Stefan take a look at Saturday’s curtain raiser between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig in the German Super Cup, as well as a quick look at what Pokal games fans of German football should look out for this weekend. Enjoy!
Bonus show: Harry Kane is set to join Bayern Munich (we think)
August 10, 2023 15:50 - 6 minutes - 5.57 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On this week’s bonus show Manu and Stefan react to the news that Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hotspur have agreed terms for the transfer of Harry Kane. While the ultimately conclusion of this transfer saga is still up in the air, the pair discuss what Kane’s arrival in Germany will mean for the Munich club and the Bundesliga as a whole. Share
Transfer round-up: Kolo Muani to PSG, Van de Ven to Spurs, Barca sign Freiburg star and Bayern's Neuer problem
August 09, 2023 10:35 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On this week’s transfer round-up show, Manu and Stefand discuss Paris Saint-Germain’s attempts to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Randal Kolo Muani, Barcelona swooping in for Freiburg youngster Noah Darvich, Tottenham spending big on Wolfsburg talent Mickey van de Ven and why Bayern Munich might be in desperate need of a new goalkeeper. Enjoy! Share
Bonus pod: The (belated) 2. Bundesliga preview - with Louis Ostrowski
August 03, 2023 14:33 - 5 minutes - 4.64 MBLISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW HERE On this week’s bonus pod Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski welcome special guest Louis Ostrowski on to the show to discuss all things 2.Bundesliga. What players should you keep an eye on? What clubs are going down? Which former giants are fighting for promotion? And why does Louis support Osnabrück? All that an more covered on today’s show! Share