Leverkusen Furious at Bayern? Alonso’s Decision Looms! Top 4 & Relegation Fight!
Markus and Jan are back to break down a dramatic Bundesliga weekend! As the season nears its climax, Bayern have one hand on the Meisterschale, but all eyes are already turning to the summer. Tensions rise as Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro calls out Bayern’s public pursuit of Florian Wirtz, questioning their "showmanship" tactics. Why now, and where will this saga lead? Meanwhile, rumors swirl around Xabi Alonso’s future amid Carlo Ancelotti’s expected departure from Real Madrid. Carro insists Leverkusen must resolve the uncertainty soon, setting the stage for a hectic summer. While the title race seems decided, the battle for Europe is heating up: can Dortmund still sneak into the top four? And at the bottom, it's a fierce three-way fight for survival. Plus, we shine a light on St. Pauli and Alexander Blessin for a remarkable season. Stay tuned - we’ll have a special deep dive on Leverkusen's summer ahead!
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Bayern's Season: What's Gone Wrong? What's Worked? And Flick's Resurgence!
Markus Fjørtoft and Jan Åge Fjørtoft review a dramatic week of European football. We kick off with an exciting giveaway in partnership with Classic Football Shirts, offering a legendary Germany 2012 Euro jersey. Then, we dive deep into Bayern Munich's season under Vincent Kompany, discussing the historical expectations at the club, the realities of this year's performances, and whether true progress has been made. We also cover the broader European landscape, comparing Bayern to clubs like Inter, PSG, and Barcelona, and reflect on Hansi Flick's resurgence.
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Is Uli Hoeneß Sounding the Alarm at Bayern? Müller Fallout & Wirtz Twist!
🚨 Uli Hoeneß speaks… and when he does, it's often not without controversy. Markus and Jan dive deep into Hoeneß’s revealing comments that shed light on Bayern Munich’s financial concern, contract drama with Thomas Müller, and the speculation around Florian Wirtz's future. Is there a clash brewing at Bayern? We also break down the latest Bundesliga action including Der Klassiker recap, the European race heating up with the likes of Freiburg and Augsburg looking to make history, as well as 2. Bundesliga madness, as HSV collapse (again!) and the promotion fight tightens.
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How Football Ownership Really Works | Nick Semaca on Leyton Orient & Preußen Münster
In this episode, we’re joined by Nick Semaca, who spent nearly two decades at the renowned consulting firm McKinsey & Company before transitioning into the world of sports investment. . After building a championship-winning minor league baseball team in the U.S., Nick turned his focus to football, becoming an investor at Leyton Orient FC and SC Preußen Münster, and co-founding the new USL club FC Naples. ⚽ What draws North American investors to European football? 💰 The trade-offs and challenges of running a club sustainably. 🏟️ The role of ownership boards in lower-league football. 🇩🇪 Navigating the 50+1 rule in German football. 🚀 Launching a new club in the U.S. with FC Naples🌍. The impact of the 2026 World Cup on football investment.
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Can Bayern Break Down Inter? Injuries, Tactics, and Key Battles!
In this episode, Markus and Jan look ahead to the highly anticipated clash between Inter and Bayern! We’re joined by special guest Tancredi Palmeri, a passionate Italian football journalist known for his charismatic and insightful takes on European football.Inter come into this matchup in great form under Simone Inzaghi, playing some of the most attractive football in Serie A. But they’re also facing a grueling schedule and injury concerns, making this a real test of their depth and resilience.On the other side, Bayern are coming off a strong quarter-final performance, proving they can still dominate despite their own injury crisis. But consistency has been a challenge in Europe, and questions remain about which Bayern team will show up.Will Inter’s dynamic play be enough to overcome Bayern’s powerhouse status at the Allianz Arena? Or will Bayern’s home advantage and attacking threat prove too much? We break down the key battles, tactical challenges, and potential game-changers in what promises to be an epic encounter!Subscribe on YouTube and all podcast platforms to stay on top of the latest news and insights from around the world.
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