The Fussball Podcast

The Bundesliga goes down to the final day. Jan Åge Fjørtoft and Markus Fjørtoft break down the dramatic fight for the Champions League places, Europe, and survival after a huge Matchday 33 in the Bundesliga.The two discuss Stuttgart taking control of the top-four race after beating Bayer Leverkusen, Hoffenheim keeping their Champions League hopes alive, and Jonas Urbig’s standout performance as Bayern beat Wolfsburg despite Harry Kane missing a penalty.They also react to RB Leipzig’s response after missing out on Europe, Heidenheim’s late-season revival in the relegation battle, Dortmund’s emotional home finale against Eintracht Frankfurt, and Schalke’s heavy defeat following their Ibiza trip.

Bayern head into the second leg against PSG trailing 5–4 after one of the most open and high-quality games of the season.Jan and Markus focus on the key question facing Vincent Kompany: does Bayern stay true to their identity, or do they need more control to manage the game?The first leg showed both sides of Bayern’s approach. They were able to match PSG going forward, but conceding five goals raises a valid concern about the balance in the team.PSG, meanwhile, demonstrated why they have been currently setting the standard, combining individual quality with collective structure and efficiency in transition.With the Allianz Arena as the backdrop, Bayern will back themselves. But the discussion is what this will come down to, and if this tie will be decided by control and defensive detail, or goals and attacking quality.Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down the tactical and psychological battle heading into the second leg.

The title may be decided, but the real tension is elsewhere. Markus Fjørtoft & Jan Åge Fjørtoft break it all down.Eintracht and Albert Riera have experienced a difficult week on and off the pitch. A defeat to Hamburg. A fiery press conference. And fan frustration growing. How do we make sense of the situation at Eintracht?Relegation Battle IntensifiesUnion Berlin, Hamburg, and Gladbach officially secure their Bundesliga spot for next season. Bremen stumble. St. Pauli and Wolfsburg equal on points. Heidenheim close to a miracle in Munich, but “only” get a point. Who’s staying up?Champions League RaceHoffenheim vs Stuttgart delivers late drama.Schick and Leverkusen with a statement win against RB Leipzig. Who has control heading into the final stretch?Leverkusen & the Next StepIs Hjulmand the right man for Leverkusen?

PSG beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in a Champions League semi-final that lived up to every expectation. Two of the best teams in Europe went head-to-head with no compromise, producing one of the most intense and high-quality games in recent memory.Markus and Jan Fjørtoft break down PSG ruthlessness, why Bayern chose to match them rather than adjust, and why this game was less about defensive mistakes and more about incredible attacking quality. With PSG scoring five goals from five shots on target and Bayern’s front line continuing their remarkable output, the margins came down to moments.We also discuss the tactical approach from Vincent Kompany, key individual battles across the pitch, and what both teams will take into the second leg in Munich.

Bayern Munich produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the Bundesliga season, recovering from 3–0 down at half-time to beat Mainz 4–3. Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down what changed, the impact of Kane, Musiala and Olise, and what it means ahead of the Champions League semi-final against PSG.The race for the Champions League spots is also heating up. Stuttgart drop points after their cup run, Leverkusen grind out a win in Köln, and Hoffenheim take advantage as the battle for the top four tightens heading into the final weeks.Elsewhere, Dortmund respond with a 4–0 win over Freiburg, Frankfurt lose further ground in the European race, and at the bottom Heidenheim keep their survival hopes alive while Hamburg miss a major opportunity to create distance from the relegation zone.A full breakdown of Bundesliga Matchday 31, with analysis, context and the key talking points across the league.Timestamps0:00 Intro 01:55 Jan's Weekend Update02:32 Jan's worried about Eintracht...06:37 Jan's Encounter with Augsburg Head Coach Manuel Baum08:19 Bayern's Historical Comeback: What does it mean?13:43 Dortmund Secure UCL 15:50 Stuttgart, Hoffenheim, Leverkusen: Who secures 4th spot?17:55 Relegation Drama: Can Heidenheim do the "impossible?"19:02 Jan's Reminder: How he was involved in the most dramatic relegation battle in Bundesliga History!22:02 Markus Reminder: These players are humans - nerves play a role!23:38 Schalke are 3 points away from promotion!!

PSG vs Bayern. Two of Europe’s most in-form teams. One place in the final.Paris Saint-Germain arrive exactly where they want to be, peaking in the decisive phase of the season. After navigating the playoff round, they’ve powered through the knockouts with dominant wins over Chelsea and Liverpool.Bayern Munich, meanwhile, come into the semi-final off one of the most dramatic comebacks in recent Bundesliga history, turning a 0–3 deficit into a 4–3 win against Mainz, while edging ever closer to an historical treble.In this episode of The Fussball Channel, Jan and Markus Fjørtoft break down the biggest themes ahead of the Champions League semi-final:

Bayern Munich are champions again.A 4–2 win over Stuttgart seals their 35th Bundesliga title but the story goes beyond the result. Vincent Kompany’s side have dominated from start to finish, breaking records, overwhelming opponents, and setting the pace from Matchday 1.In this episode, Jan and Markus Fjørtoft break down the key moments that defined Bayern’s season, from statement wins to title-deciding performances, and what makes this team different.We also look at the numbers behind their dominance, the return of their now-famous cockatoo celebration ritual, and what comes next with the Champions League and DFB-Pokal still in play.Plus, a full Bundesliga round-up:Dortmund slip again, Leipzig strengthen their top-four push, Leverkusen’s frustrating defeat, and a historic moment for Union Berlin.

Bayern Munich are through to the Champions League semi-finals after a dramatic 4-3 win over Real Madrid. Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft react to one of the most spectacular games of the season.

Bayern Munich continue their relentless goalscoring form with a 5-0 win over St. Pauli, just days after beating Real Madrid in the Champions League. They're now record goalscorers in a Bundesliga season, and still got 5 games to go! At Union Berlin, Marie-Louise Eta steps in as interim head coach following a difficult run of results. We break down her background, her pathway through the German system, and why her appointment reflects a long-term integration into the men’s game.We also discuss fan reactions at Borussia Dortmund and Borussia Mönchengladbach, where Nico Schlotterbeck was booed despite extending his contract, and Rocco Reitz faced protests over his move to RB Leipzig. What does this reveal about trust between fans, players, and clubs?Finally, we examine the battle between Germany and Spain for a fifth Champions League spot, and why the current European ties could have a major impact on the Bundesliga next season.Follow Keven Bader on X (@keven_bader) for all the latest Bundesliga insights and news.Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:37 Welcoming Keven Bader on the show!02:29 Who is Union Berlin's New Head Coach?09:05 Bayern become HISTORIC! How did they do it?11:40 Remember when we were worried about Bayern's squad depth...13:00 Who is Bayern's latest debutant?15:33 Schlotterbeck and Reitz booed! WHY?20:12 Schlotterbeck's NEW CLAUSE21:29 Rest of the Round Summary26:20 Bundesliga vs. La Liga: Fight for the extra CL spot EXPLAINED29:35 Bayern vs. Real Predictions

Bayern win 2-1 away to Real Madrid and take a big step towards the Champions League semi-finals. Are they favourites in the competition? And what's really stopping Manuel Neuer from joining the German National Team this World Cup? Pluss, Michael Olise's impressive performance, and Jan and Markus debate how good Joshua Kimmich actually is!Timestamps0:00 Intro0:43 Bayern win 2-1: Immediate Reactions!02:43 Bayern break the Real Madrid spell05:53 Kimmich: Overrated or Underrated08:49 Jan's Neuer Rant! 11:49 Neuer needed this performance!13:57 Will Bayern regret their wastefulness?16:35 How will Bayern approach the return in Munich?19:38 Bayern's ONE BIG worry: Musiala

Germany’s preparation for the World Cup continued with matches against Switzerland and Ghana, offering two different types of tests.In this episode, we assess what these games told us about Julian Nagelsmann’s team, where the structure is working, and where questions remain.We look at the balance of the midfield, the ongoing lack of a clear No.9, and whether Germany have solved their defensive issues or simply masked them.A major focus is placed on Florian Wirtz, who continues to emerge as the central figure in Germany’s attacking play. We discuss how Germany can maximise his strengths, and how a club like Liverpool would need to build around him to get the best out of his profile.And what were those Nagelsmann comments on Undav about? Arrogance? Lack of communication strategy? We break it down!

Dortmund have made a decisive structural change, ending their relationship with Sebastian Kehl by "mutual agreement" and bringing in Ole Book from Elversberg. This was not driven by results but by internal leadership tensions, particularly with Lars Ricken, and reflects a broader reset in how the club approaches recruitment and decision-making.At Köln, the dismissal of Lukas Kwasniok highlights a different issue. The decision had effectively already been made before the 3–3 derby against Borussia Mönchengladbach, with the result acting only as a trigger. It raises ongoing questions about instability and long-term planning at the club.On the pitch, Bayern continue their dominant run with a 4–0 win over Union Berlin, moving closer to the Bundesliga goals record. Serge Gnabry’s resurgence under Vincent Kompany is a key theme.Elsewhere, Stuttgart strengthen their Champions League push with a certain Deniz Undav scoring in his sixth consecutive game, Dortmund stage a comeback against Hamburg , and Leverkusen once again fail to hold control despite strong phases. Frankfurt’s decision to leave Mario Götze out of the squad adds another layer of intrigue.Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:38 Catch-Up: Jan at the League Cup Final05:45 Why did Kehl leave Dortmund?09:49 Who is Dortmund's New Sporting Director?15:19 Kwasniok Fired by Köln19:54 Gnabry's Resurgence21:53 Bayern Chasing Historic Record25:58 Eintracht lose to Mainz! Götze Dropped!30:00 Rest of the Round

Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen both face decisive Champions League second legs this week against Atalanta and Arsenal.Bayern arrive after a dominant first-leg performance but face a major issue ahead of the return match, with all THREE senior goalkeepers potentially unavailable due to injury. Pluss, option 4 is also injured!Leverkusen, meanwhile, have delivered strong performances recently against both Arsenal and Bayern, yet have struggled to turn those displays into victories. Coach Kasper Hjulmand has pointed to improvements in structure and intensity but acknowledged that the team must become more efficient in front of goal.Jan Åge Fjørtoft and Markus Fjørtoft preview both ties, reflect on the VAR controversy in the recent Leverkusen vs Bayern match, and discuss what Leverkusen needs to do to reach the Champions League quarterfinals.

In Bayer Leverkusen vs Bayern Munich, VAR was at the centre of it all. From red cards and dives to disallowed goals, Bayern's frustrations were... significant. Former Germany international Didi Hamann strongly criticised the system, arguing that VAR has taken away the emotional moments that define the game. Markus and Jan discuss, and why Bayern are OUTRAGED.Stuttgart’s win over RB Leipzig means Deniz Undav continued his scoring run. So why exactly will he not be starting for Germany? Dortmund’s tactical shift under Niko Kovač meant Guirassy was benched, RB Leipzig’s signing of Rocco Reitz from Borussia Mönchengladbach has attracted headlines, and the debate around Julian Brandt potentially returning to Bayer Leverkusen has split Carro and Rolfes. Also, there was a pigeon at the Bremen game Jan can't get enough of.Timestamps0:00 Intro02:04 VAR Drama Explained05:41 Emotionless Football?07:30 The Most Controversial Decision!10:00 Hoeneß blasts referees!12:00 Leverkusen are Improving14:04 Undav Scores AGAIN!17:03 Relegation Drama: Summary20:30 Bremen Stopped by a ... Bird?!23:38 Urs Fisher and Mainz: Perfect Match!24:26 Are Eintracht Reformed under Riera?27:40 Dortmund Deserve Respect29:00 Leverkusen Say NO to Brandt30:30 Dzeko gets a RED!31:22 RB Leipzig Sign Rocco Reitz

Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft preview two massive Champions League ties involving German clubs. Can Bayern continue their dominant Champions League record at the Allianz Arena? And can Leverkusen once again trouble English opposition?Vincent Kompany’s Bayern are in strong form, with an 11-point Bundesliga lead, one of the most prolific attacks in Europe led by Harry Kane, and a strong record against Italian opposition. But can the last remaining Serie A team in the Champions League give Bayern trouble?Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen head into their tie with Arsenal in solid form, losing only once in their last 12 matches across all competitions, but as Sport Bild reporter, Pippo Arens, warns, the team is getting tired. So what sort of trouble can they cause Arsenal?0:00 Intro0:59 What can Arsenal expect from Leverkusen?03:16 Are Arsenal favourites to win the Champions League?04:53 Leverkusen's record against English teams05:35 Leverkusen Expert Breaks Down Current Form09:08 Leverkusen: Key Info & Stats11:22 Atalanta - Bayern Preview15:08 Atalanta: Key Info & Stats18:20 Experience Matters!

Who was Bayern's latest debutant, and what impact can Musiala have for the rest of the season? Is Deniz Undav right to respond to Nagelsmann, and are Germany losing key talents to other national teams after Paul Wanner chose Austria, following earlier decisions by Kenan Yıldız, Can Uzun and Ibrahim Maza?Markus and Jan also looks at the rise of Yan Diomande who reached double-digits in Bundesliga goals in his first full season as a professional, Wolfsburg’s decision to bring back Dieter Hecking, and key results across the league including Dortmund’s narrow win, Leipzig’s late comeback and Freiburg’s draw with Bayer Leverkusen.0:00 Intro0:34 Catch-up02:34 Commentating vs. Punditry04:12 Wolfsburg Fire Head Coach & Head of Sport!10:03 What impact can Musiala have for rest of the season?12:51 Who is Bayern's 17-year-old debutant?15:05 Yan Diomande: When will he be sold?18:41 Undav Responds to Nagelsmann!21:12 Nagelsmann's reveals EVERYTHING!22:50 Nagelsmann's inconsistencies 26:50 Are Germany Losing out on Key Talents?33:50 Rest of the Round Summary

Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down a massive Bundesliga weekend, starting with Der Klassiker. Bayern go 11 points clear after a thriller at Signal Iduna Park, Harry Kane keeps stacking milestones, and Joshua Kimmich does it again in Klassiker with a late match-winner. We also talk through the investigative piece that breaks down the power dynamics at play in Dortmund. What now, with the season done, and what impact will this have for the summer?Eintracht’s win over Freiburg wasn’t just about the win. It was about the control and kind of intensity that are starting to define Riera’s early spell. European spots realistic? We also discuss Nagelsmann's recent comments: who plays, who doesn’t, and the Woltemade question + the rest of Round 24.

Borussia Dortmund were eliminated from Europe after surrendering a two-goal advantage against Atalanta, raising fresh questions about mentality ahead of Der Klassiker.Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft analyse Niko Kovač’s Dortmund project, examine whether the European collapse changes the Bundesliga title narrative, and debate what Dortmund actually want as a club after moving on from Edin Terzić and Nuri Şahin. We also assess Bayern Munich’s position at the top as "history-makers", with Kane chasing Lewandowski's "impossible" record. Can he beat it? Pluss, is the title race still on if Dortmund win?

Vincent Kompany delivered a statement press conference that may define his Bayern tenure, while Harry Kane and Michael Olise continue to chase Bundesliga history.Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down and discuss Bayern’s leadership under Kompany. Plus, is there genuinely a title race after Dortmund’s late equaliser against Leipzig, should Deniz Undav should now be Germany’s first-choice number nine?Markus examines the tightening relegation battle, where Union Berlin ended a seven-match winless run, Augsburg struck late to beat Wolfsburg, Freiburg pushed Gladbach deeper into trouble, and St. Pauli secured a rare win over Werder Bremen. How worried should the teams "too big to fail" be?

Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft reflect on Harry Kane reaching 500 career goals and what it means for his legacy. From his Tottenham years and Premier League impact to his Bayern chapter and the way he’s carried expectation as England captain, we break down the arc of his career and why this milestone matters.

Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down Matchday 22 of the Bundesliga, focusing on Julian Ryerson’s historic four-assist performance for Borussia Dortmund, Albert Riera’s first win and clean sheet with Eintracht Frankfurt, and Bayern Munich’s controlled victory in Bremen overshadowed by Manuel Neuer’s injury. We also assess Hoffenheim’s record-breaking home form and examine the growing tension in the relegation battle as Augsburg, Hamburg and Wolfsburg fight for safety.

Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft analyse Bayern’s statement win, Dortmund’s progress one year under Niko Kovač, Albert Riera’s Bundesliga debut, Urs Fischer’s impact at Mainz, and the rest of the round.Bayern Munich reasserted their authority with a dominant 5–1 home win over Hoffenheim, restoring a six-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga.Borussia Dortmund are firmly back in the title conversation. One year on from Kovač’s appointment, we look at the tactical reset, defensive improvement, and why Dortmund now look built for consistency.Albert Riera’s Bundesliga debut as Eintracht Frankfurt head coach ended in frustration, with a late equaliser denying him a winning start. But there were sings of improvement.Mainz’s turnaround under Urs Fischer continues to gather momentum, with structure, clarity, and belief returning after a difficult start to the season.We also touch on Freiburg keeping their European push alive against Werder Bremen, Hamburg’s long-awaited Bundesliga away win at Heidenheim, St. Pauli’s important home victory over Stuttgart, Borussia Mönchengladbach earning a valuable point against Bayer Leverkusen, and RB Leipzig edging past Cologne to maintain their top-four push.

“Bundesliga tax”: real insight or lazy football myth?We put one of the game’s favourite narratives under the microscope.From Kevin De Bruyne to Erling Haaland, Roberto Firmino to Vincent Kompany, some Bundesliga imports didn’t just survive the Premier League — they shaped it.Markus & Jan Åge rank the Top 10 Bundesliga → Premier League transfers of all time.No hype. No full list up front. Just context, careers, and cold facts.

Is the Bundesliga title race genuinely back on? We break down Bayern’s 2–2 draw away at Hamburg and the referee controversy that followed, before analysing Dortmund’s comeback win over Heidenheim that cuts the gap at the top to six points.We also discuss Albert Riera’s appointment at Eintracht Frankfurt and what we can expect, Hoffenheim’s continued rise under Christian Ilzer, Luka Vušković’s growing influence at Hamburg, and Stuttgart’s late win over Freiburg as the race for Europe tightens.

What's going on at Eintracht Frankfurt? One win in 12 games, five straight matches conceding three goals, out of the European places, and Dino Toppmöller fired. We talk through what’s gone wrong in Frankfurt, why the same problems keep repeating themselves, and what this moment really means for the club.We then turn to the shock of the Bundesliga weekend as Bayern Munich suffer their first league defeat of the season. Augsburg once again prove to be a difficult opponent, ending Bayern’s long unbeaten run and showing that even this Bayern side can be stopped.And finally, a special moment in Bundesliga 2, as Edin Džeko rolls back the years to make history. At 39, he becomes the oldest goalscorer in the league’s history, with a finish that felt straight out of his Wolfsburg days.

Why is this current Bayern team operating at a historic level in the Bundesliga. And who's to blame for the discrepancy? Bayern or their opponents?Jan Åge and Markus Fjørtoft recap Matchday 16 after spending the weekend in Frankfurt, where they watched Eintracht Frankfurt draw 3–3 with Borussia Dortmund live, with Jan also appearing on Doppelpass.The episode begins with the story of the week: Younes Ebnoutalib scoring for his boyhood club in Frankfurt’s dramatic draw with Dortmund. From there, the focus shifts to Bayern’s 8–1 win over Wolfsburg, the “best ever” debate around this current Bayern side, and why Vincent Kompany’s start in Munich is already drawing comparisons to Pep Guardiola.They also discuss the Olise and Luis Díaz pairing and whether the Robben and Ribéry comparisons are justified, before running through the rest of the matchday including Stuttgart’s statement win over Leverkusen, Heidenheim–Cologne, Union–Mainz, Freiburg–Hamburg, Gladbach–Augsburg, and the postponed fixtures.

The Bundesliga returns from the winter break with Bayern Munich clear at the top and Harry Kane leading the league for goals and overall output.Joined by Kevin Hatchard, we review the season so far: Kane’s numbers and influence, Bayern’s domanince, and the impact of 17-year-old Lennart Karl.We also look at Bayer Leverkusen after their early coaching change, Eintracht Frankfurt’s up-and-down season, RB Leipzig's return to their "roots", Hoffenheim’s rise into the top five, and which teams struggle for "identity".A straight check-in on who’s performing, who isn’t, and what to watch in the second half of the Bundesliga season.

Markus and Jan Åge discuss the standout Turkish players who defined different eras of the Bundesliga. From Nuri Şahin’s early rise to Hakan Çalhanoğlu’s set-piece reputation and the longevity of the Altıntop brothers, they reflect on the names that left a lasting impression on German football.

Bundesliga Matchday 14 produced late drama, red cards, and decisive moments at both ends of the table.Bayern Munich were held to a 2–2 draw at home by bottom club Mainz, with Harry Kane’s late penalty rescuing a point as new coach Urs Fischer oversaw an impressive and resilient performance from his side. Borussia Dortmund dropped points in Freiburg after a Jobe Bellingham red card shifted the momentum, while Stuttgart responded emphatically to last week’s heavy defeat with a dominant 4–0 away win at Werder Bremen.Elsewhere, Bayer Leverkusen steadied themselves with a derby win over Cologne, Eintracht Frankfurt edged Augsburg with VAR playing a key role, and St. Pauli claimed a crucial relegation six-pointer against Heidenheim despite playing the second half with ten men. Wolfsburg stunned Borussia Mönchengladbach, Hoffenheim impressed again at home, and Union Berlin claimed a big win over RB Leipzig.

Harry Kane will not activate the €65m release clause in his Bayern contract, as reported by Christian Falk and Sport Bild. Instead, the England captain is fully focused on winning trophies in Munich, with Bayern set to open contract talks later this year.Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down what this means for Bayern and the Bundesliga, the Premier League links, whether Kane’s future is now firmly in Germany, and why Kane does NOT care about the Premier League record.

A sharp Champions League Matchday 6 preview focused on the Bundesliga clubs in Europe. Jan and Markus cover Bayern Munich vs Sporting Lisbon, Borussia Dortmund vs Bodø/Glimt, Bayer Leverkusen vs Newcastle United, and Eintracht Frankfurt’s trip to Barcelona. Form, key players, and what each result would mean for their push towards the knockout rounds.

Jan and Markus discuss Mainz appointment of Urs Fischer, Bayern’s statement win in Stuttgart, RB Leipzig’s 6–0 demolition of Eintracht Frankfurt (should Eintracht fans be worried?), and Heidenheim’s remarkable survival push. We also touch on Dortmund’s steadying form, St. Pauli’s late equaliser, the Nordderby thriller, and the key takeaways from the DFB-Pokal quarter-final draw.

Uli Hoeneß has delivered another wide-ranging interview, opening debates across German football. Topics include Florian Wirtz and Liverpool, Bayern’s summer transfer strategy, the role of ultras in club governance, the media industry, and the long-term implications for the 50+1 rule. Jan and Markus discuss this, plus Augsburg’s decision to dismiss Sandro Wagner, as well as the battle for "best of the rest" between Leverkusen and Dortmund, and what their double-header tells us about the race to be the strongest side behind Bayern.

Bundesliga Matchday 11 delivered goals, drama, and major talking points at both ends of the table. Markus and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down Bayern’s turnaround against Freiburg, Deniz Undav’s hat-trick in Dortmund, and the growing debate around who should lead Germany’s attack — from Woltemade and Burkardt to Undav and Kleindienst. Plus: Should Lennart Karl go to the World Cup? Leverkusen and Stuttgart stay on the chase at the top, Frankfurt win a seven-goal thriller, Gladbach continue their resurgence, and key results elsewhere shape the early-season picture.

Croatia’s footprint on the Bundesliga is bigger than most people realise. Across multiple generations, Croatian players have shaped title races, redefined positions, and delivered some of the league’s most memorable moments.In this episode, Markus and Jan reveal their Top 5 Croatian players in Bundesliga history — from the record-breaker at Hoffenheim, to Bayern’s big-game machine, to the wingers, strikers and midfielders who left an unmistakable mark on German football.Who tops your list?

Bayern’s winning streak is over — but nobody behind them made it count. Leipzig were beaten, and Dortmund dropped points in stoppage time. Hoffenheim, meanwhile, continue to climb quietly. Four wins in a row, now including a comeback against Leipzig, have turned them from outsiders into genuine European contenders. Under Christian Ilzer, they’ve built one of the Bundesliga’s most effective and underappreciated systems.Stuttgart had to dig deep to get theirs, but Hoeneß and his team continue their perfect home record. Leverkusen, too, looked refreshed. After their first stumble under Hjulmand, they hit back with six goals — a statement built around a younger, quicker core that signals the next evolution of this side. Jan and Markus argue why this Leverkusen team are so intriguing to follow!At the other end, Wolfsburg’s slide finally broke the board’s patience. Paul Simonis is gone after just ten league games, and a squad that once looked balanced is now two points from the drop.

Europe’s biggest clubs return for Matchday 4 of the UEFA Champions League, and the match-ups couldn’t be bigger. Markus and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down all four fixtures: Bayern Munich's historic run as they face defending champions PSG, Kovač’s disciplined Dortmund take on Manchester City in another Erling Haaland reunion, Napoli and Frankfurt meet in a high-stakes clash, and Mourinho’s Benfica host Hjulmand’s Leverkusen in search of their first win.

Niko Kovač has turned Borussia Dortmund into a winning machine — disciplined, consistent, and quietly dominant. After years of inconsistency, Dortmund now look like genuine challengers again, yet somehow, Kovač still faces criticism for not being “exciting enough.” Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft unpack how Kovač has rebuilt Dortmund’s mentality, why efficiency is being mistaken for conservatism, and what makes this side so resilient.We also look at Bayern’s record-breaking streak under Vincent Kompany, and if their squad is actually deep enough? Pluss, who is the Bundesliga’s new breakout star — 18-year-old Yan Diomande?

Bayern Munich continue their record-breaking start under Vincent Kompany — 13 straight wins in all competitions — while 17-year-old Lennart Karl steals the headlines with goals in both the Champions League and Bundesliga.Markus and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down all the major stories from another dramatic Bundesliga weekend, including Bayern’s unstoppable form and Karl’s rapid rise from classroom to first team, Leipzig’s six-goal redemption under Ole Werner, Leverkusen’s controlled response after their Champions League defeat, Burkardt’s red-hot form for Frankfurt, Bremen’s grit, Stuttgart’s stability, and Hoffenheim’s underrated attacking trio.

Harry Kane’s in unstoppable form and now leads Bayern into another Champions League night. Markus and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break down the big talking points ahead of Matchday 3: Bayern’s charge, Leverkusen’s incredible home record under Kasper Hjulmand, Dortmund’s resilience, and whether Frankfurt can take advantage of Liverpool’s poor run. Key Talking Pointsinclude how Bayern "manage" their thin squad, Leverkusen’s balance under Hjulmand, Dortmund’s adaptation phase under Kovač, and Frankfurt’s unpredictability vs Liverpool’s "crisis".

Harry Kane says it himself ,“one of the best games of my career.” But what’s behind his evolution at Bayern Munich? And reaching legendary status already at Bayern, will he extend his contract? Markus and Jan Åge Fjørtoft dive deep into a weekend that defines the Bundesliga right now, from Kane’s quarterback role, to Leverkusen’s unstoppable start under Kasper Hjulmand, to the European scoring race between Kane, Haaland, and Mbappé. Also, Jobe Bellingham has had a slow start at Dortmund, while Wirtz is still finding his feet at Liverpool. How long do players need to adapt? What's normal? Meanwhile, Said El Mala looks to be next breakout star from the Bundesliga, and Burkardt's record at Eintracht is proving all his doubters wrong!

Vincent Kompany’s Bayern look unstoppable — 25 goals in six games, two record-breaking scorers, and a team evolving before our eyes. Luis Díaz’s blistering form and Harry Kane’s ruthless finishing are powering a side that’s scoring for fun — and they’re still missing Musiala and Davies. Neuer looks world-class again, Pavlović keeps growing, and Kompany’s structure already feels complete. Can they go unbeaten this season? Meanwhile, Leipzig’s next generation, Bakayoko, Rômulo, Diomande, Nusa, are part of a revived RB Leipzig team that has found back to its roots. Eintracht also boast the youngest squad in the league, but they're finding consistency hard to come by. What can they accomplish this season? At the other end, Gladbach’s struggles deepen: no wins, no sporting direction, and no clarity about the future. Markus and Jan Åge Fjørtoft discuss this, while reflecting on the key moments from a weekend where, Stuttgart, Cologne, and Leverkusen all strengthened their early-season form, and Hamburg secured a statement win against Mainz. 

The Champions League is back — and Germany’s four representatives are all in the spotlight.Harry Kane scored twice as Bayern beat Chelsea on Matchday 1, and now they head to Pafos looking to keep the momentum going. And why "boring" Bayern is a credit to Kompany...Dortmund’s 4-4 chaos in Turin showed both their firepower and their fragility. Niko Kovač has them winning domestically, but can they find the balance in Europe when Athletic Bilbao come to town?Leverkusen rescued a late draw at Copenhagen thanks to Grimaldo. Now PSV visit the BayArena in what feels like Kasper Hjulmand’s first real test on the continental stage.And then there’s Eintracht Frankfurt. Burkardt, Uzun, and a new-look attack swept Galatasaray aside, but Simeone’s Atlético in Madrid will be a very different challenge. With Atleti’s defence already looking shaky this season, could Frankfurt be primed for another statement?We also touch on Freiburg and Stuttgart’s Europa League assignments, plus Mainz’s return to Europe in the Conference League.

Jan was in Munich as Harry Kane reached 100 goals for Bayern in record time, speaking with him on his historic day. But with speculation about his future, why should Kane ever leave?We also break down Dortmund’s revival under Niko Kovač, Frankfurt’s 6-4 chaos at Gladbach and the emergence of Can Uzun as a potential €100m star, plus the big question around Augsburg — is Wagner in trouble, or is this simply the growing pains of a club trying to push forward?All that plus highlights from Stuttgart, Leipzig, Leverkusen, Heidenheim, Union, Hamburg and Hoffenheim.

What a Bundesliga weekend! From Ollie Burke’s historic hat-trick for Union Berlin to Harry Kane’s unstoppable record chase at Bayern, Markus and Jan Åge Fjørtoft break it all down. We cover Eintracht’s setback after their Champions League high, hat-trick hero Ollie Burke’s incredible journey, Harry Kane’s historic record chase at Bayern, the Bundesliga table taking shape with Leipzig, Dortmund & Hamburg win, and is it back to reality for Augsburg's Sandro Wagner?

Jan Åge was pitchside for ESPN at Leverkusen vs Eintracht Frankfurt, alongside Dietmar Hamann and Archie Rhind-Tutt.He shares his thoughts on Grimaldo’s free-kick brilliance to Frankfurt’s injury worries, plus his own marathon weekend of Bundesliga and Premier League coverage. Plus, what Kasper Hjulmand said on unity & body language, Dino Toppmöller on Frankfurt’s slow play, and Nathan Tella’s reflections on Leverkusen’s start. What did you make of Hjulmand’s early impact at Leverkusen? 👇Meanwhile Bayern are firing on all cylinders, and are preparing for their first Champions League game of the season against Chelsea.

From Mainz and Schalke to the Vancouver Whitecaps, Axel Schuster has worked across every level of the game. In this exclusive interview with Markus Fjørtoft, he discusses building a winning foundation in MLS on a modest payroll, lessons from working with Klopp, Tuchel & Schalke’s rise and struggles, why football clubs struggle with sustainability — and where real growth opportunities lie, the Bundesliga’s challenge in a Premier League world, and the story behind bringing Thomas Müller to Vancouver.

From blockbuster departures to bold new arrivals, the Bundesliga summer transfer window was full of drama. But who makes Jan’s Top 5 signings of 2025? Will it be Wirtz? Díaz? Or someone else entirely? His answer might surprise you.

Erik ten Hag’s turbulent Leverkusen spell went from transition to crisis in just weeks. From the public clash with Rolfes over Xhaka to strange training sessions and tactical confusion, SPORT BILD say there was “no way back.” Where do Leverkusen go from here?We also break down Bundesliga’s wild deadline day — Nicolas Jackson to Bayern, Openda to Juve, Hamburg’s Arsenal double swoop, and Boniface's surprise loan move to Werder Bremen.

The Bundesliga is back, and Jan and Markus Fjørtoft bring together some of the biggest names in German football media for our full 2025/26 season preview.Seb Stafford-Bloor, Derek Rae, Christian Falk, Patrick Berger, and Kevin Hatchard join us to break down the season ahead. From the title race to relegation, breakout stars to summer signings, surprises to disappointments — it’s all here.