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In der 104. Episode von «Anderi Liga» sprechen NZZ-Fussballjournalist Fabian Ruch und 20-Minuten-Sportchef Tobias Wedermann über die Ereignisse und die Trainerentlassung beim Schweizer Meister YB und über die Bayern-Krise, wo in der Champions League der Tag der Entscheidung bevorsteht. 

Leverkusen establish a 10-point gap at the top of the table and are eyeing the Meisterscahle, as they win against rivals Köln and Bayern drop points away to Freiburg. Will there be a Bayern comeback? And what makes Leverkusen different from previous contenders? Markus (@markusfjortoft) and Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft) attempt to answer all the relevant questions. Meanwhile, Stuttgart closes the gap on Bayern with a stellar performance, including Guirassy's 20th Bundesliga goal. Augsburg's emphatic 0-6 win prompts debate on fan reactions, plus catch up on other exciting matches, including RB Leipzig's win at Bochum, Hoffenheim's triumph over Bremen, Dortmund's bounce against Union Berlin, and Eintracht's first win in six against Heidenheim. 

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Get ready for the Bundesliga blockbuster as Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich, boasting a combined total of 111 goals this season, clash in the historic title-defining match. Leverkusen, unbeaten this season under Xabi Alonso's leadership, takes on a Bayern team led by Harry Kane but navigating injuries, including a doubtful Manuel Neuer. Challenger vs. Champion! Alonso vs. Tuchel! Wirtz vs. Musiala!

Markus (@markusfjortoft) and Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft)  preview all you need to know ahead of the TITLE SHOWDOWN.

Leverkusen seeks to break their historic curse, while Bayern aims to narrow the gap in this pivotal encounter.

In this Bundesliga showdown, witness the top two teams with a record of 102 points after 20 games battling for the title. "Rocky vs. Apollo Creed" unfolds with the league's season on the line? From player stats to team dynamics, we've got all the insights you need ahead of this monumental game.

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Marko, Mark, and Matteo look at the impact of the news of Jurgen Klopp's departure while discussing the impact he's had at Liverpool. They look at who the possible successors are and discuss how close a fit they would be for the Premiere League side.

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Welcome back to the German Fussball Podcast! In this episode,  Markus (@markusfjortoft) and Jan Aage Fjortoft (@janaagefjortoft) discuss Leverkusen's impressive win against Darmstadt and break down Bayern's comeback against Gladbach, where Muller notches his 500th career win. 

Stuttgart has made a strong comeback with back-to-back wins following their slow start to the Rückrunde, much due to the brilliance of Deniz Undav! RB Leipzig secures their first win of the season, while Heidenheim's draw ends Dortmund's perfect start to the year.

We explore Bremen's push for Europa and Köln's first win under Schultz, while in the 2. Bundesliga, St. Pauli's victory over Greuther Furth extends their unbeaten run to 25 games.

The episode concludes by delving into the speculation surrounding Hansi Flick's potential transition to Barcelona and the most recent developments in the German Cup. This sets the stage for the upcoming clashes between Leverkusen and Stuttgart, as well as Gladbach and Saarbrucken later this week. In addition, we gain insights from Henrik Strömblad, a Swedish reporter, shedding light on Bayern's recent signing. To wrap it all up, Jan shares his firsthand experience by revealing the top 5 strikers he has ever faced on the field!

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In der 99. Folge von «Anderi Liga» sprechen NZZ-Fussballjournalist Fabian Ruch und 20-Minuten-Sportchef Tobias Wedermann über das Zürcher Derby, die umstrittene Rote Karte von Lukas Görtler und das baldige Trainerkarussell in Europa.

Eintracht Frankfurt stole the show with a remarkable 5-1 win over Bayern München, ending Bayern's unbeaten streak. Needless to say, Jan (@JanAageFjortoft) and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) were buzzing and dissect what went right for Eintracht and Bayern's missteps.

In a clash between first and third, Stuttgart and Leverkusen settled for a 1-1 draw. Stuttgart dominated the first half, while Leverkusen's Wirtz shone in the second. Simultaneously, RB Leipzig secured a thrilling 3-2 win over Dortmund, with Hummels' early red card a pivotal moment. Union Berlin, under new coach Bjelica, celebrated their first win in over three months, triumphing 3-1 against Gladbach. We unpack the changes under the new manager.

Jan shares insights from spending time with Bayern's Sporting Director Christoph Freund over the weekend, offering a unique perspective on the aftermath of that shock result. To wrap up, the hosts reveal their Players of the Week and provide a brief overview of the 2. Bundesliga. 

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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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Jan (@JanAageFjortoft)  and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) are back, albeit with a slight delay, as scheduling issues prevented the normal weekend review from taking place. However, after a week filled with European games for seven German teams, there are rumors emerging from the Bayern camp suggesting that Thomas Müller might be considering a departure. Are they true? Florian Wirtz's contract is set to expire in 2025, and the persistent transfer links that have lingered for the past few seasons have resurfaced once again. The question remains: Are these rumors true, and what draws these German superstars to Bayern? Meanwhile, Manuel Neuer has hit the ground running for Bayern. Should he automatically be selected as Germany's number one goalkeeper?

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A John Terry slip in the soggy pitch in Moscow 2008 was followed by an atrocious refereeing performance Vs Barcelona in 2009 to leave Chelsea fans wondering if they will ever get to the Champions League Holy Grail.

In Munich in 2012, nobody gave them a chance vs Bayern at the Allianz Arena. Somehow, it happened. Nine years later, Thomas Tuchel's team defeated Man City to win Chelsea's 2nd CL win.

I have gathered Chelsea fans in the pod to describe their feelings during those two matches apart. This is the 2nd part of the CL Wins mini-series. Liverpool fans have already shared theirs. Nanu, Sola and Dapo are in Lagos and join Kay who is in Abuja. 

I started by asking them a question...

There is trouble in the kingdom of Dortmund! How do we analyze their situation? What should we expect from Borussia Dortmund, and is there something wrong with their culture? In comparison, Xabi Alonso's arrival at Leverkusen has prompted a revolution at the club, in start contrast to the popularly labeled "Neverkusen". They have now equaled Guardiola's Bayern from the 2015/16 season for the best start to a Bundesliga season. Harry Kane is en route to beat Lewandowski's "unbeatable" record for goals in a season if he continues his unreal goalscoring form, as he scored two in their win against Heidenheim.  Jan (@JanAageFjortoft)  and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) pick their players of the week, in addition to a short 2. Bundesliga update!

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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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Jan (@JanAageFjortoft)  and Markus (@MarkusFjortoft) are back for their analysis and reflections on the ninth Bundesliga round; as Bayern thrashed Darmstadt and Harry Kane continues his historic Bundesliga start, we witnessed a thriller in Frankfurt between Eintracht and Dortmund, league-leaders Leverkusen earned a hard-fought victory against Freiburg and the crisis worsens at Union. Are highly praised Urs Fisher, Steffen Baumgart, and Bo Svensson in trouble? Markus asks Jan how he sees it. Further, there are passionate tributes for Players of the Week, while Jan concludes with a thoughtful reflection on the generational shift in goalscorers. 

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