Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast

On this week’s main show, Manu and Stefan are back to celebrate Oktoberfest and all the main football action from the Bundesliga. They kick things off with a drubbing at Borussia Park, where Eintracht Frankfurt took full advantage of a Gladbach team that looked destined for relegation. They then turned their attention to another professional victory from Borussia Dortmund against Mainz. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich comfortably made short work of Werder Bremen, as Harry Kane continued his incredible goal-scoring record and Sandro Wagner’s start to life at Augsburg continued to go from bad to worse. Enjoy! Chapters 00:00 Oktoberfest Vibes and Bundesliga Kickoff 04:03 Gladbach’s Dismal Performance Against Frankfurt 09:56 The State of Borussia Dortmund 25:14 Harry Kane’s Record-Breaking Performance 32:32 The Impact of Harry Kane at Bayern Munich 38:57 Sandro Wagner’s Struggles at Augsburg 51:28 The Future of Sandro Wagner and Coaching Dynamics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join this channel to get access to our two bonus shows each week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO4pKCDPdqlsUfDOtuq-zQ/join Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Chema Andrés was outstanding for VfB Stuttgart against Celta Vigo. Signed from Real Madrid this summer, the Spaniard has the potential to become the next Rodri or Javi Martínez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join this channel to get access to our two bonus shows each week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO4pKCDPdqlsUfDOtuq-zQ/join Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Freiburg have now won three games in a row across all competitions. But after a major squad overhaul this summer still look like a bit of a project. How long will it take Julian Schuster to find his best XI? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s main show, Manu and Stefan break down the main talking points from Bundesliga matchday 4. They discuss Harry Kane’s incredible start to the season. What has been his secret, and can it last? They then chat about Ole Werner and his wonderkids at Leipzig before moving on to discuss a chaotic match between Frankfurt and Union Berlin. Finally, they discuss whether Niko Kovac has found the right tactics to win this game. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join this channel to get access to our two bonus shows each week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO4pKCDPdqlsUfDOtuq-zQ/join Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 On Thursday, Eintracht Frankfurt demolished Galatasaray 5-1 in the Champions League. It was a fantastic performance, made possible by wonderkid Can Uzun, who was the focal point of Frankfurt's play. Pay attention, because Uzun might very well be the next player Frankfurt could sell for close to €100m to one of Europe's top clubs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join this channel to get access to our two bonus shows each week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO4pKCDPdqlsUfDOtuq-zQ/join Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Manu and Stefan are trying to make sense of an eight-goal thriller between Juve and Dortmund. The boys discuss why, even though the result might feel like a defeat to the Black and Yellows, there are many positives to take from a mad evening in Turin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s Gegenpressing podcast, Manu and Stefan sit down to chat about everything that went down on Bundesliga matchday 3. They start the show by breaking down Leverkusen's impressive 3-1 win over Eintracht Frankfurt. Where did it all go wrong for Frankfurt, and how much of the result was due to new head coach Kasper Hjulmand? They then move on to discuss Bayern Munich smashing Hamburger SV 5-0 at the Allianz Arena. Are HSV in trouble? They then move on to the Sunday games to chat about St. Pauli's win over Augsburg and whether Gerardo Seoane could be in trouble after Gladbach were outclassed by Werder Bremen. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the recent transfer of Christian Eriksen to Wolfsburg. They explore Eriksen's potential impact on the team, the significance of his experience, and the current state of Wolfsburg's squad as they prepare for an upcoming match against Köln.TakeawaysChristian Eriksen has joined Wolfsburg as a free agent.Eriksen's experience could be vital for the younger players.Wolfsburg is in need of a playmaker after last season's performance.The club has a strong Danish influence with multiple players.Eriksen's past brilliance may still shine through in the Bundesliga.Wolfsburg's upcoming match against Köln is highly anticipated.The projected lineup for the match is still uncertain.Eriksen's signing is seen as a low-risk, high-reward move.The conversation highlights the evolving dynamics of the Bundesliga. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW HERE On this week's bonus show, Manu and Stefan sat down to discuss the news that Bayer Leverkusen had already found a replacement to Erik ten Hag. The Bundesliga club duly announced that their new head coach would be none other than former Mainz and Denmark boss Kasper Hjulmand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s Gegenpressing podcast, Manu and Stefan sit down to discuss Germany’s two World Cup qualifiers against Slovakia and Northern Ireland. They breakdown the defeat in Bratislava and the victory over Michael O'Neill’s side, debating whether or not Julian Nagelsmann is doing enough to blood new stars for the national team, rather than relying on the same, old faces. They then discuss Stefan’s big article on Transfermarkt at the weekend, which broke down how much money the Premier League had spent on Bundesliga players in the summer transfer window and his discussions with Bundesliga executives about the quantity and quality of players that left the league for England. Enjoy! Chapters00:00 International Break Reflections03:11 Germany's WC qualifiers against Slovakia and Northern Ireland29:07 The Impact of Premier League Money on the Bundesliga this summer Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Matt and Manu discuss the structure of the UK television deal, the controversial involvement of influencer Mark Goldbridge, and whether the deal could become a blueprint for the future in other markets. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Monday Bayer Leverkusen confirmed that they had sacked head coach Erik Ten Hag just two matchdays into the new Bundesliga season. On this week's bonus show, Manu and Stefan discuss the reason behind the former Man Utd manager's early dismissal and whether it was down to problems on the pitch or off it. Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Join the Youtube channel as a member to get access to our two bonus shows each week: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYO4pKCDPdqlsUfDOtuq-zQ/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 On the main show of the week, hosts Manu and Stefan break down all the action from Bundesliga matchday 2. Stefan recaps his experiences in Hamburg, Bremen, and Dortmund. The two discuss St. Pauli's victory over Hamburger SV in the first Hamburg derby of the season, and then chat about Bremen's comeback and whether it could spell the end for Erik ten Hag at Bayer Leverkusen. Finally, the two discuss Serhou Guirassy's standout performance in Dortmund's convincing 3-0 victory over Union Berlin. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Newcastle United are set to add Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart in a deal worth €85m plus €5m in add-ons. Fresh off breaking the news for Transfermarkt, Manu Veth is joined by Stefan Bienkowski to break down all the details of the Woltemade deal. The two also discuss why Newcastle United moved fast to secure Woltemade, what it will mean for Alexander Isak and also why Bayern Munich once again lost out on a transfer target. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Become a paid member of our Substack or Youtube channel to listen to the full episode. The conversation delves into the current transfer news surrounding Piero Hincapie and Bayer Leverkusen, discussing the implications of player departures and the challenges faced by the team under new management. The speakers analyze Arsenal's interest in Hincapie, the financial aspects of the transfer, and the overall dynamics within Leverkusen as they navigate a significant turnover in their squad.TakeawaysLeverkusen is experiencing a significant turnover of players.Piero Hincapie is a highly sought-after player in the transfer market.Arsenal is negotiating to acquire Hincapie but faces financial hurdles.The release clause for Hincapie is set at 60 million euros.Leverkusen's defensive lineup is undergoing major changes.Hincapie's fitness and injury history raise concerns for potential buyers.The impact of a new head coach on team dynamics is critical.Squad chemistry is challenged by the influx of new players.The financial strategy of clubs affects their transfer dealings.The conversation highlights the complexities of modern football transfers. Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 On the main show of the week, Manu is joined by Matt Ford and Dan Wighton from AFP. Dan and Manu open the show to discuss Bayern's impressive win over Leipzig. They then move on to chat about Klopp and Leipzig already in crisis mode, one game in, before Matt joins the two from Borussia Park with his thoughts on HSV's return to the Bundesliga. Dan and Manu then wrap up the show talking about Leverkusen's risky rebuild and Dortmund giving away a 3-1 lead against St. Pauli. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 On the main show of the week, Manu and Stefan sit down recap all the action at the Franz-Beckenbauer-Supercup. They chat about where Bayern Munich go from here after Stuttgart shut the door on a Woltemade deal. Manu recaps his conversation with Harry Kane in which the England captain warns about the size of the Bayern squad. They also recap some of the biggest surprises of the first round of the DFB Pokal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to the show for free: https://tinyurl.com/2e6brkh8 Listen to the show ad-free + two bonus shows a week: https://tinyurl.com/jh6up2ee Read our newsletter: https://tinyurl.com/2tac23p9 In this conversation, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the uncertain future of Christopher Nkunku at Chelsea, the implications of his injury history, and the potential for a swap deal involving Xavi Simons. They also reflect on the cautionary tale of Timo Werner's return to Leipzig and scrutinize Chelsea's overall transfer strategy, highlighting skepticism around the club's optimistic portrayal of their dealings.TakeawaysNkunku's future at Chelsea is uncertain due to injury concerns.Swap deals are often met with skepticism in football.Injury history raises doubts about Nkunku's long-term viability.Leipzig's interest in Nkunku is complicated by his salary demands.Timo Werner's return to Leipzig serves as a cautionary tale.Chelsea's transfer strategy is under scrutiny for its effectiveness.Injuries have significantly impacted Nkunku's playing time.The market for players like Werner has become stagnant.Chelsea's optimistic transfer reports may not reflect reality.The potential swap deal for Xavi Simons is still in question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new Bundesliga season is just around the corner, so Manu and Stefan are back with their first main show of the new campaign. And to kick things off, they’ve put together a bumper preview episode, grading every single club in the German top-flight based on their performance in the summer transfer window. Has your favourite Bundesliga side vastly improved their squad in the last few weeks or have they ended up with more holes than they started with in May? The dynamic duo take a look at every squad and offer up their analysis. Chapters00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 03:32 Heidenheim' 08:27 FC Köln 12:15 Union Berlin 21:00 Eintracht Frankfurt 28:01 Augsburg 33:33 Bayern Munich 49:04 St. Pauli 51:53 HSV 54:30 Hoffenheim 59:43 Mainz 01:01:11 RB Leipzig 01:08:09 Freiburg 01:09:55 Werder Bremen 01:14:23 Stuttgart 01:20:24 Wolfsburg 01:23:29 Leverkusen 01:30:28 Dortmund 01:42:42 Gladbach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Become a member of our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Substack⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to listen to the full episode and get access to our two bonus shows each week. The conversation delves into the recent transfer of Hugo Ekitike to Liverpool from Eintracht Frankfurt, discussing the financial aspects of the deal, the player's skill set, and the strategic implications for both clubs. The hosts analyze Ekitike's potential impact on Liverpool's attacking dynamics and the broader trend of clubs moving towards younger, more versatile players in their attacking lineups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices