Jan and Markus Fjørtoft break down all the action from Bundesliga’s Round Nine, where a staggering 25 goals were scored across the matches, including an unforgettable nine-goal thriller in Frankfurt. Eintracht’s victory closed the gap to second-placed RB Leipzig, who faced their first defeat of the season against Borussia Dortmund. Who are the young stars making history for Eintracht, and what sets the club’s model apart? Plus, is Sahin’s Dortmund finding its stride again? Meanwhile, Bayern m...

Jan and Markus are back with a deep dive into Dortmund's worst start to a Bundesliga season in 10 years! With special insight from Sky Germany Reporter Patrick Berger (@berger_pj), we discuss what's going wrong for Sahin and Dortmund and why. We also discuss Bayern's dominance in the Bundesliga, whether they have to adapt against the better team, and what is a success for them this season + we summarize the rest of the Bundesliga games!Subscribe on YouTube and all podcast platforms to stay on...

With Markus and Jan Fjortoft at the helm and the seventh round concluded, Bayern's attacking dynamite continues to dominate the headlines after a 4-0 victory over fellow Champions League contenders Stuttgart. Harry Kane ended his goal drought, propelling Bayern to the top of the table, level on points with RB Leipzig. Despite Marco Rose's team being unbeaten in 18 matches and having conceded only two goals so far, there has been only muted talk of them as title challengers this season. Can th...

Thomas Tuchel is set to be announced as new England manager. From his early days at Mainz to his rise as a top coach at Dortmund and PSG, his Champions League triumph at Chelsea, and recent setbacks at Bayern, Jan (@janaagefjortoft) offers his verdict on Thomas Tuchel. Having followed him closely across German and European football for years and interviewed Tuchel multiple times, Jan shares his insights on what makes Tuchel the ideal choice for England. He also recounts some of his favourite ...

We welcomed Heidenheim player Adrian Beck to the show. As former teammates in Scotland, Markus takes a deep dive with Adrian into his personal journey and 1. FC Heidenheim’s incredible rise from the lower leagues to their first-ever Bundesliga promotion. Adrian reflects on the dramatic 2022-23 season, where they clinched promotion with two stoppage-time goals, and discusses the influence of coach Frank Schmidt, who has been pivotal to the club's success. They also explore how the team secured...

Bayern's thrilling 3-3 draw at Eintracht Frankfurt earned praise for its entertainment value and contrasting tactics, but it also marked Bayern’s third game without a win. Are they facing their first mini-crisis of the season? Elsewhere, Jan and Markus Fjørtoft dive into Dortmund’s ongoing mentality struggles and what’s going wrong under Sahin, as they fall to a high-flying Union Berlin. Meanwhile, Leverkusen shockingly blow a two-goal lead against Bundesliga newcomers Holstein Kiel. We also ...

It was a clash of champions as Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen battled to a 1-1 draw at the Allianz Arena. Despite dominating possession, Bayern struggled to penetrate Leverkusen's defense, which approached the match with a more cautious and defensive strategy than anticipated. Jan and Markus analyze the tactical showdown, drawing conclusions about Bayern's performance, Leverkusen's sacrifice of attacking flair, and what lies ahead for both teams as the season progresses.We also spotlight ...

Jan (@JanAageFjortoft) and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) are blown away by Bayern's start to the season under Kompany, as they score 20 goals in just 7 days, defeating Werder Bremen 5-0 away. We discuss the impact of Olise and Kompany, and how they will stack up against Bayer Leverkusen in this weekend's Topspiel. Leverkusen leave it late once again but come through against Wolfsburg, while Stuttgart humiliate Dortmund, led by inspiring performances from Undav and new Bundesliga star Millot. We al...

We compare two of football's premier strikers: Harry Kane and Erling Haaland. We delve into Harry Kane’s recent hat-trick in Bayern Munich’s 6-1 win over Holstein Kiel, bringing his total Bundesliga tally to 40 goals in just 35 games. Kane has set a new record for the quickest to reach 40 goals in the league, surpassing Uwe Seeler, and is currently tied with Jadon Sancho for the most goals by an Englishman in Bundesliga history.At the same time, we analyze Erling Haaland’s exceptional form, w...

This week, Jan (@JanAageFjortoft) and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) discuss Bayern Munich's dominant win over Kiel, highlighted by a record-setting hat-trick from Harry Kane. With this victory, Bayern now sit at the top of the table for the first time in 2024. Dortmund secured a thrilling win against Heidenheim, driven by a standout performance from Adeyemi. Leverkusen and Stuttgart also bounced back strongly with crucial victories. We also cover Eintracht Frankfurt's win featuring Omar Marmoush’s...

We recap the key moments from the international break, highlighting Germany's resurgence as they dominate Hungary and play an exciting draw against the Netherlands, fueled by the dynamic duo of Musiala and Wirtz. Can this team win the World Cup? And could we see these two stars team up at the club level? Meanwhile, Harry Kane makes history with two goals in his 100th cap. Where does he rank among England's all-time greats? Lastly, Martin Ødegaard suffers an ankle sprain against Austria—how se...

Thomas Müller cements his legendary status by becoming Bayern Munich's all-time record appearance holder. Leverkusen’s historic unbeaten streak comes to an end at the hands of RB Leipzig, while Stuttgart struggles to find their form, conceding six goals in their first two matches. Heidenheim continues to defy expectations, sitting at the top of the table with a perfect record after a commanding victory over Augsburg. Meanwhile, Eintracht Frankfurt’s new dynamic duo shines in their win a...

Bayern and Vincent Kompany kicked off their Bundesliga campaign with a late victory away to Wolfsburg. Despite an impressive first half, the second half proved more challenging, with Bayern's back four looking shaky and unconvincing. Should Bayern have kept De Ligt? Can Kim and Upamecano become the defensive stalwarts the club is hoping for? And how can we assess Kompany's impact after just one game? We also hear from German football journalist and "RB Leipzig Insider" Guido Schäfer (@sc...

Sven-Göran Eriksson sadly passed away this week. Jan and Markus remember him as one of the most influential managers in football history, a man who, through his grace, kindness, and presence, left an indelible mark on the sport. We also hear from Former FA Chief, Adrian Bevington (@ABevington11), who worked closely with him, during his time as England manager.Subscribe on YouTube and all podcast platforms to stay on top of the latest news and insights from around the world.

Jan and Markus break down everything you need to know about the Bundesliga, so you don't have to! We predict the champions, top four, relegation candidates, top scorer, best signing, biggest surprise, biggest disappointment, and the most promising young players to watch this season.0:00 Intro0:22 Catch-up from the PFA Awards01:55 Top Four04:34 Can Stuttgart do it again?07:36 Dortmund’s Transfer Window11:16: RB Leipzig’s Deadly Quartet!14:00 Who will be the Bundesliga Champions?18:42 Who will ...

Ahead of the upcoming Premier League season, Jan talks through his season predictions with Markus, including Champions, Top Four, Best Signing, MVP, Breakthrough Player, and Bottom 3. Let us know what yours are in the comments below!0:00 Intro02:07 Champions & Top 408:30 Can Crystal Palace and West Ham make it to Europe?10:26 Top Scorer12:48 Best Signing15:04 Niclas Füllkrug18:42 MVP 21:14 Breakthrough Player 24:25 Bottom 3Subscribe on YouTube and all podcast platforms to stay o...

We join Jan (@JanAageFjortoft) from Eintracht, as alongside Markus (@markusfjortoft), they discuss the latest news from Germany including Antonio Nusa's transfer to RB Leipzig, why Leverkusen CEO Carro has not held back in his criticism of Bayern's Director of Sport, Max Eberl, while they also discuss the mood in the Eintracht and Dortmund camp going into the new season.Subscribe on YouTube and all podcast platforms to stay on top of the latest news and insights from around the world.

Manchester United wants him, Bayern wants to sell him, and De Ligt wants to go. What is the problem? Why hasn’t it happened already?We are delighted to welcome Florian Plettenberg (@plettigoal) to the show to discuss the latest on De Ligt and Bayern's transfer strategy with hosts Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) and Jan (@JanAageFjortoft), now under our new "The Fussball Channel" banner.We also delve into Manchester United and Bayern's transfer strategies, both clubs navigating new leadership as they...

We are thrilled to welcome you back to the start of SEASON 3 with Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) and Jan (@JanAageFjortoft), now under our new "The Fussball Channel" banner. As we continue to cover the Bundesliga and bring you news and talking points from around the world, we begin with an overview of the latest developments in German football. Bayern's rebuild under Kompany is an exciting topic, as the team remains packed with star power, and those in charge are eager to infuse fresh faces into th...

Following the conclusion of the first round of fixtures in the group stage, Jan and Markus review the main happenings from the first 12 games! 34 goals scored, 34 different goalscorers, a broken nose, an unlikely game of the tournament, young superstars shine, and new cult heroes enter the scene! It's all we could wish for.Subscribe on YouTube and all podcast platforms to stay on top of the latest news and insights from around the world.

Welcome to the first episode under the new banner of "The Fussball Podcast"! In this episode, we preview the upcoming Euros in Germany. Join us as we bring together the "Avengers" of football journalists: Christian Falk, the Bayern and Germany insider; renowned football journalist and author Guillem Balagué; Mr. "Here We Go" Fabrizio Romano; the highly esteemed Henry Winter; legendary commentator Derek Rae; and the shrewd Julien Laurens. Don't miss this star-studded lineup as we delve into th...

We are thrilled to welcome Derek Rae (@RaeComm) back to review the 23/24 Bundesliga season. We'll be handing out awards for Player of the Season, Young Player of the Season, Breakthrough of the Season, Signing of the Season, Moment of the Season, Disappointment of the Season, Manager of the Season, Surprise of the Season, and our very own Special Recognition award.Subscribe on YouTube and all podcast platforms to stay on top of the latest news and insights from around the world.

The Bundesliga 2023/24 season may be over, but Bayern's quest for a new head coach is far from finished! With Max Eberl tasked with spearheading a rebuild at Bayern, smooth sailing is nowhere in sight for the Bavarian giants. The hunt for a new coach intensifies, with the usual suspects becoming increasingly involved. Who truly holds the reins at Bayern?Meanwhile, Leverkusen etch their name in history as the first undefeated team in Bundesliga history, while Köln joins Darmstadt in relegation...

The ongoing saga of Bayern's quest for a new coach persists, with the latest rumour suggesting that Thomas Tuchel might indeed remain at Bayern! Markus (@markusfjortoft) and Jan (@janaagefjortoft) attempt to dissect it all for you, including the situation the new leadership of Max Eberl and Christoph Freund are finding themselves in. Additionally, we welcome two new additions to next season's Bundesliga as Holstein Kiel and St. Pauli secure promotion, along with plenty of further talking poin...