Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast

The Gegenpressing Podcast previews the German Cup final between Kaiserslautern and Bayer Leverkusen. The hosts discuss the historical significance of Kaiserslautern and their underdog status, as well as Leverkusen's recent fatigue and loss in the Europa League final. They explore the potential impact of winning the cup on both teams, with Leverkusen aiming for the double and Kaiserslautern seeking...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On today’s bonus show Manu and Stefan tally up the Gegenpressing votes from our paid subscribers to decide the 2023/24 Bundesliga player of the season. Before diving in to the top 10, the duo take a look at a number of honourable mentions for players that performed admirably but didn’t quite make the cut. Enjoy the show and let us know what you think of the final ra...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE Bayer Leverkusen suffered a comprehensive 3-0 defeat against Atalanta in the Europa League final. The loss ended Leverkusen's 51-game unbeaten streak and highlighted some tactical and selection mistakes made by coach Xabi Alonso. Leverkusen played with a lineup that didn't reflect their strengths and failed to dominate the game as they usually do. The team lacked pr...

The last main show of the Bundesliga season covers various topics, including the impressive performances of Stuttgart and Heidenheim, the coaching situation at Bayern Munich, and the thrilling relegation battle. The hosts reflect on the season and discuss the final matchday, highlighting the intense games and dramatic moments. They also touch on the struggles of certain clubs and the need for refl...

In the final preview show of the 2023-2024 Bundesliga season, Manuel and Stefan reflect on the season and discuss the upcoming matches. They highlight the importance of the Stuttgart vs. Gladbach match, as Stuttgart can still finish second and potentially host the DFL Super Cup. They also discuss Marco Reus' goodbye game for Dortmund and predict a for result for their clash with Darmstadt. Leverku...

In this episode of the Gegenpressing Podcast, Manuel Veth and Matt Ford are joined by Seb Stafford-Bloor from The Athletic. The trio discuss the dramatic events that has given Köln a lifeline ahead of matchday 34. Will the Billy Goats have enough to catch Union Berlin? How did the capital club maneuver its way into a position that could now lead to relegation just one season removed from qualifyin...

Manu and Stefan provide their analysis and predictions for every game this weekend on this week's Bundesliga preview show. How will Bayern overcome their 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid? What will Dortmund do from here until the Champions League final on June 1? What is going to happen in the relegation zone? Christian Streich will coach his final home game in charge of SC Freiburg against Heidenheim. A...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On today’s bonus show Manu and Stefan were in place to offer up their initial reaction to Bayern Munich’s dramatic 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid in the Champions League semi-finals. Did Thomas Tuchel get his tactics wrong? Did this Bayern squad have any chance of winning in the Spanish capital? And what was with that late offside call? All that and more answered on toda...

Borussia Dortmund stunned European football on Tuesday night, beating Paris Saint-Germain 1-0 in the heart of the French capital to reach the Champions League final. Reacting to the famous result at full time, Manu and Stefan pour over the incredible achievement for Dortmund, how the Bundesliga side managed to march all the way to the final and why Edin Terzic and his players deserve so much credi...

In this episode of the Gegenpressing Podcast, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the recent developments in German football. They start by talking about Union Berlin parting ways with their head coach and the challenges the club is facing. They then move on to discuss the game between Stuttgart and Bayern Munich, where Stuttgart dominated and secured a 3-1 victory. They highlight the impres...

On this week's Bundesliga preview show, Manu and Stefan provide their analysis and predictions for every game this weekend. How will the European fixtures impact Bayern, Dortmund and Leverkusen? Can Stuttgart benefit from the latest chaos at FC Hollywood? Will Köln be relegated this weekend? Plus, pregame analysis for every other game on matchday 31. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On the second bonus show of the week, Manu and Stefan recap Dortmund’s brilliant 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain. Once again, Edin Terzic had his side perfectly set up for a magical Champions League night. What makes this Dortmund side different in the UCL this season compared to the Bundesliga? The guys chat about this and much more on today’s show. Learn more...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On the first bonus show of the week, Manu and Stefan recap Bayern Munich’s first-leg Champions League semifinal draw against Real Madrid. They break down a tactical masterclass by Thomas Tuchel, undone by individual mistakes. They also look ahead to next week and speculate on whether Bayern now have enough to advance to the final at Wembley. Learn more about your ad...

On this week's main show, Manu, Stefan and Matt discuss Bayer Leverkusen's latest last-minute goal against Stuttgart to keep their unbeaten run on track, Borussia Dortmund's humbling defeat at the hands of RB Leipzig and what certain relegation now means for FC Köln. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's Bundesliga preview show, Manu and Stefan provide their analysis and predictions for every game in this weekend's matchday. Can Bayern see off bogey team Frankfurt? Who will come out on top when Leverkusen host Stuttgart? Finally, Leipzig or Dortmund? Who will win the race for fourth place? Plus, pregame analysis for every other game on matchday 31. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad ch...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE Ralf Rangnick has now emerged as the favorite to take over the Bayern Munich head coach position. Although it isn’t confirmed yet, it only appears to be a question of time for Rangnick to leave the Austrian national team to take the Bayern job. But how would he fit in at Bayern? Manu caught up with German freelance journalist Marie Schulte-Bockum to discuss Rangnick...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE Germany’s two biggest clubs have undergone a significant overhaul in their front offices in recent months. But while Bayern Munich still struggle to find a new head coach, Dortmund have appointed Lars Ricken as new managing director of sport. This week, Manu and Matt have done a deep dive into both clubs trying to figure out what Ricken’s appointment means for Dortm...

With Stefan and Matt on assignment this week, Manu is joined by Dan Wighton from AFP. Dan was on location to witness Leverkusen orchestrating yet another comeback against Dortmund this weekend and then saw Bayern Munich smash Union Berlin. The two chat about Bayern's odd head coaching hunt, Union Berlin's situation, and Dortmund's diva-like performances all season long. Plus, much more! Enjoy! Lea...

On this week's Bundesliga preview show, Manu and Stefan provide their analysis and predictions for every game in this weekend's matchday. Can Augsburg cause an upset in Frankfurt? Can Köln pick up an important win over a relegation rival? And will Borrusia Dortmund end Bayer Leverkusen's unbeaten run? All that and more discussed on today's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On the second bonus show of the week, Manu and Stefan recap Bayern Munich’s very impressive 1-0 victory over Arsenal in the Champions League quarterfinals. They break down Thomas Tuchel’s masterclass and ask what it would mean if he won the Champions League with Bayern Munich. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE In the first bonus show of the week, Manu and Stefan sit down to offer up their immediate reactions to Borussia Dortmund’s remarkable win over Atletico Madrid in the quarter-finals of the Champions League. What did Edin Terzic get right with his tactics? Has the real Marcel Sabitzer finally arrived at Dortmund? And what can we expect from the Bundesliga giants in th...

On this week’s main show the Gegenpressing Podcast comes to you live from the BayArena, following Bayer Leverkusen’s dominant 5-0 win over Werder Bremen to win their first every Bundesliga title. Stefan and Manu talk to Matt from the stadium at full time, before discussing what this remarkable accomplishment means for the club, Xabi Alonso, Florian Wirtz and German football as a whole. And they ev...

On this week's Bundesliga Preview show, Manu and Stefan take a look at all the fixtures ahead of matchday 29 and offer up their predicitons. Including Eintracht Frankfurt's interesting trip to Stuttgart, RB Leipzig playing host to Wolfsburg, a big six-pointer between Bochum and Heidenheim and, of course, whether or not Bayer Leverkusen will claim the league championship with a win over Werder Brem...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On the second bonus show of the week, Manu and Stefan take a look at Borussia Dortmund’s somewhat impressive 2-1 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. Despite going down two goals, Edin Terzic’s side rallied in the second half and came close to levelling the scoring before the second leg in Germany. Can the Bundeslig...

LISTEN TO THE FULL EPISODE HERE On the first bonus show of the week, Manu, Stefan and Matt sit down to discuss Bayern Munich’s somewhat unexpected 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie. How did Thomas Tuchel’s side manage to put on such a good performance in North London and do they now return to the Allianz Arena as the favourites to progress to the ne...