The Fussball Podcast

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! Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:43 Bayern win 2-1: Immediate Reactions! 02:43 Bayern break the Real Madrid spell 05:53 Kimmich: Overrated or Underrated 08:49 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 continues 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 Intro 0:38 Catch-Up: Jan at the League Cup Final 05:45 Why did Kehl leave Dortmund? 09:49 Who is Dortmund's New Sporting Director? 15:19 Kwasniok Fired by Köln 19:54 Gnabry's Resurgence 21:53 Bayern Chasing Historic Record 25:58 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 Intro 0:59 What can Arsenal expect from Leverkusen? 03:16 Are Arsenal favourites to win the Champions League?04:53 Leverkusen's record against English teams 05:35 Leverkusen Expert Breaks Down Current Form 09:08 Leverkusen: Key Info & Stats 11:22 Atalanta - Bayern Preview 15:08 Atalanta: Key Info & Stats 18:20 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.

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.