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Markus (@markusfjortoft) and Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft) take you through the latest action from German football. Bayer Leverkusen edges closer to a club-record 21st top-flight win, showcasing Grimaldo's 10th assist and Tella's fifth Bundesliga goal. Bayern Munich's resurgence is highlighted with a controlled display against Lazio and a convincing win over Mainz, sparking discussions on the team's rebuilding process and potential player departures. We also discuss Harry Kane's outstanding debut season, chasing Robert Lewandowski's goal-scoring record with a fourth Bundesliga hat-trick. Notable performances include Jadon Sancho's return, Eintracht Frankfurt establishing themselves in the European spots, and an eventful Rhine derby. Special mention goes to referee Patrick Ittrich's life-saving intervention for Mainz's Josuha Guilavogui!

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As we enter the 19th round of the Bundesliga, the title race is heating up, with Bayern Munich narrowing the gap to Bayer Leverkusen to just two points. The highly anticipated clash between the top two teams is just around the corner, but both sides face challenges. Bayern is grappling with a growing list of injuries, including the recent loss of Kingsley Coman, while Leverkusen seeks solutions up front in the absence of their star striker, Boniface. Markus (@markusfjortoft) and Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft) delve into the key moments and talking moments for both teams as they approach this crucial showdown.

In addition to the title race, we discuss the latest transfer moves, including Real Betis' Iglesias joining Bayern on loan and Galatasaray's Boey making a dynamic defensive addition. Dortmund's resurgence, Stuttgart's impressive victory over RB Leipzig, and the performances of standout strikers Füllkrug and Undav are also on our radar. We discuss the struggles of Mainz and Darmstadt at the bottom of the table, Eintracht's midfield adjustments, and the exciting debut goal by Werder Bremen's Julian Malatini. Finally, we highlight the remarkable story of Tobias Krull, the Wolfsburg fan turned fourth official, and Fortuna Dusseldorf's innovative "Fortuna for All" campaign to bring fans back to the heart of matchday experiences.  Stay tuned for our ending segment, where Jan shares his Top 10 list of Germany's coaches. Don't miss a moment of the Bundesliga action on this packed episode!

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Jürgen Klopp has announced his decision to leave Liverpool FC at the end of the season.  Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft) and Markus (@markusfjortoft) discuss the shock announcement, reflecting on its impact on Liverpool and the legacy he leaves behind, the possibility of Klopp taking over the Germany job, and exploring the potential successors for Klopp's position.

Assuming the role of Liverpool manager on October 8, 2015, marked a pivotal moment that transformed the club, re-establishing its domestic and international prominence.

Liverpool achieved remarkable success throughout his tenure, securing titles such as the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, FIFA Club World Cup, FA Cup, League Cup, UEFA Super Cup, and FA Community Shield.

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Welcome to the German Fussball Podcast with Markus (@markusfjortoft) and Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft)! We delve into the intense title race as Bremen shocks Bayern Munich, Leverkusen makes it back-to-back late wins, and Dortmund makes a push for the top 3. Has it been coming for Bayern? What makes Leverkusen so good? Should Füllkrug have given the penalty to Sancho? And why Eintracht Sports Director Markus Krösche was not happy after the game!!

Join us for insights into the Bundesliga round's captivating moments, including a tribute to Hertha Berlin's late president, Kay Bernstein, and an inspiring return to the pitch by Stefan Lainer after overcoming cancer. It's an action-packed episode full of football excitement, analysis, and heartfelt stories from the Bundesliga.

We conclude with Jan's top 5 stadiums!

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Welcome to the first German Fussball Podcast round-up of the year with Markus Fjortoft (@markusfjortoft), Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft)!

Tributes were made nationwide to Der Kaiser, Franz Beckenbauer, whose remarkable career as both player and manager has left an indelible mark on German football. Harry Kane's stellar performance has seen him equal Robert Lewandowski's Bundesliga record, with 22 goals in the first half of the season. Meanwhile, young talent Musiala continues to impress, securing Bayern's new Bundesliga record for scoring in 65 consecutive home league games. 

We delve into the impact of new signings, including Sasa Kalajdzic, Donny van de Beek, Jadon Sancho, Ian Mattsen, Eric Dier, and Eljif Elmas. Additionally, we explore Max Eberl's impending move to Bayern Munich as the ex-sporting director of Leipzig and Borussia Mönchengladbach, shedding light on the anticipated changes.

Also, we cover key match outcomes, such as Bayer Leverkusen's late victory against Augsburg making them 'Hinrunde' Champions, and Eintracht Frankfurt's historic away win at RB Leipzig. We also touch on Dortmund's resurgence against Darmstadt, Gladbach's triumph over Stuttgart, and the stalemate between Freiburg and Union. 

We conclude with a new recurring segment with Jan!

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Join Markus Fjortoft (@markusfjortoft), Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft), and the legendary Derek Rae (@raecomm) as they break down the Bundesliga's first half. Dive into discussions on the Best Player, Breakout Star, Most Improved Team, and the Disappointing Team of the season. Uncover the Unsung Hero and predict the Player to Look Out For in the second half.

Explore Dortmund's struggles, Leverkusen's success, Stuttgart under Hoeneß, Tuchel's Bayern, and the fairy tale of Heidenheim. In a rapid-fire segment, Derek reveals the best game, individual performance, and the stadiums with the best food, atmosphere, and facilities.

For a quick and engaging Bundesliga update, tune in to this Mid-Season Review!

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Hello Rank Squad!

It's an important topic on today's Ranks FC, discussing the new proposals that have surfaced for a European Super League after a ruling by the European Court of Justice that both they and UEFA have claimed to be a victory. This standoff doesn't seem to be going away, so Rank God Sam Tighe joins Jack to break it all down.

After UEFA's processes last time round were deemed to be anti-competitive and unfair, the ESL have proposed their tournament again, but does this ruling matter if UEFA have actually changed their processes since last time anyway? We discuss the fallout from this, before digging into the actual proposed tournament itself. 

We explain the new format and the tiers it would entail, before raising our concerns - protectionism and anti-competitiveness for the 16 teams at the very top, as well as lack of appropriate reward for new teams who break into the European places, and ask the big question: just because UEFA and FIFA have their issues, should we really be putting football in the hands of those who have obvious self-interest in their own clubs by letting them rule as a cabal?

The Super League is a complex and multi-layered issue, but we hope we've broken it down to give you at least something to have a think about. 

It's Ranks!

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Jan (@JanAageFjortoft) and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) break down the Leverkusen versus Dortmund showdown, highlighting Schick's return and Dortmund's strategic approach. Leverkusen's 14-game winning streak ended despite dominating possession, with Ryerson netting his third goal of the season 

We discuss Dortmund's challenging run, including victories against Milan and a draw with Leverkusen, with upcoming tests against Stuttgart, Leipzig, and PSG awaiting. Stuttgart's Guirassay and Undav shine, securing a 2-0 win over Bremen. Leipzig's Openda continues his impressive form with a 2-1 victory against Heidenheim. Augsburg has gone six games unbeaten under coach Jess Thorup, claiming a 2-1 win over Eintracht. 

In the relegation fight, six teams are separated by four points, intensifying the battle at the bottom of the table. Köln clinches a crucial 1-0 win in a relegation battle, Bochum secures their first home win of the season with a 3-1 victory over Wolfsburg, and Gladbach edges out Hoffenheim 2-1.

Plus, we highlight Germany's U17 team, the World Cup champions, and Euro winners in July. Get an insight into the rising stars!

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It was a Bayern masterclass in Der Klassiker as they dominated Dortmund from start to finish, but it was Thomas Tuchel who stole the headlines as he confronted his critics, including the legendary Lothar Matthäus. Why was he so furious? And how does it relate to the larger football "circus" in Germany? Is the reaction justified? And what does he hope to accomplish? Jan (@JanAageFjortoft) gives us his reflections and analysis. Furthermore, we are running out of superlatives for the great Harry Kane, while Jan and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) pick their Player of the Week!

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Olaf Scholz und seine Augenklappe haben eine Partei wieder in die Schlagzeilen gebracht, die auch in den 2000er Jahren für großes Aufsehen sorgte - die Piraten-Partei. Höchste Zeit sich mal wieder mit den Nachrichten dieses Jahrzehnts auseinanderzusetzen: Warum gab es ständig Gammelfleisch-Skandale. Und wieso war die Bundesliga damals viel spannender als heute? Diese und weitere Fragen stellen sich die Millennials Dörthe und Laura in ihrer neuesten Folge.

The second week of Bundesliga is concluded, and reporting from a hotel room in Manchester, Jan (@JanAageFjortoft) and Markus  (@MarkusFjortoft) assess Dortmund's unconvincing start to the season, while Leverkusen, in contrast, are looking increasingly likely to contend right at the very top this season. RB Leipzig's second half comeback ensured they're back on track after last weekend's loss to Leverkusen, while Harry Kane ensured he's off to a high-flying start to his Bundesliga career. Lots to unpick, as Jan and Markus also provide their insights on the standout player of the round, including a Bundesliga debutant and a striker with Norwegian top-flight experience. 

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Montagabend, eine Wohnung in der Münchner Innenstadt: Jens Lehmann spricht über die WM 2006 und seine Rivalität zu Oliver Kahn, er erinnert sich an seine Bundesliga-Anfänge beim FC Schalke 04 und seine Zeit bei Borussia Dortmund – und er äußert sich zu einer ganzen Reihe an Kuriositäten und Anekdoten. Wie war es, mit dem Helikopter zum Training des VfB Stuttgart zu fliegen? Hat er sich tatsächlich erleichtert, als er während eines Champions-League-Spiels kurz hinter die Bande gegangen ist? Und was hat es mit dem Kettensägen-Vorfall auf dem Grundstück seines Nachbarn am Starnberger See auf sich?
Es ist ein angenehmes Gespräch, bei dem Lehmann Antworten liefert und sich offen und humorvoll zeigt.

Zu Wort kommen: Fredi Bobic, Timo Hildebrand, Ingo Anderbrügge, Roberto Hilbert und Yannik Hörning 

In der 62. Folge von «Anderi Liga», dem Fussballpodcast von 20 Minuten, sprechen NZZ-Fussballjournalist Fabian Ruch und 20-Minuten-Sportchef Tobias Wedermann über das hochemotionale Saisonende in Deutschland und die Geschehnisse beim FC Bayern München. Aber auch über die Super League wird debattiert. So berichtet Ruch über die Meisterfeier in Bern und Wedermann sah den grossen Europa-Stein, der dem FC Basel vom Herzen gefallen ist.