Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast

Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast

Gegenpressing: The Bundesliga Podcast brings you a special focus on Germany’s Bundesliga. Our FIFA and UEFA accredited journalists bring you exclusive content from our specialty areas. Subscribe today!

Episodes

Is the Bundesliga UK television deal a glimpse into the future?

September 5, 2025 • 12 mins
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. ...
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Why Leverkusen sacked Erik Ten Hag after just three games

September 2, 2025 • 9 mins
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...
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St. Pauli win Hamburg Derby! Erik Ten Hag to be sacked in Leverkusen? Guirassy leads to Dortmund to victory over Union Berlin

August 31, 2025 • 58 mins
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...
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Who is Newcastle United signing Nick Woltemade?

August 28, 2025 • 12 mins
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 d...
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Arsenal make late move for Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapié

August 27, 2025 • 10 mins
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 Leverkus...
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Bayern smash Leipzig, Dortmund and Leverkusen stumble and HSV are finally back!

August 24, 2025 • 49 mins
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 i...
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Kane speaks out, Franz-Beckenbauer-Supercup recap and Arminia Bielefeld shock Werder

August 18, 2025 • 43 mins
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...
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Why a Leipzig return for Christopher Nkunku seems unlikely

August 13, 2025 • 10 mins
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 cau...
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Grading every Bundesliga squad ahead of the 25/26 season

August 11, 2025 • 107 mins
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 tha...
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Why Hugo Ekitike is the perfect striker for Liverpool's system

July 22, 2025 • 10 mins
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...
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Can Malik Tillman really replace Florian Wirtz at Bayer Leverkusen?

July 19, 2025 • 10 mins
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 Malik Tillman to Bayer Leverkusen, exploring his journey from the Bayern Munich academy to his development at PSV. The discussion highlights the strategic significance of this move for both Tillman and Leverkusen, as well as the mis...
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Bayern join Frankfurt in race to sign their Hugo Ekitike replacement

July 18, 2025 • 11 mins
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 rising star Franjo Ivanovic, his impressive performance in Belgium, and the potential impact of his transfer on clubs like Bayern Munich and Frankfurt. The speakers discuss the importance of scouting young talent and the strategic positioning of clubs in ...
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How much will it cost Newcastle to sign Hugo Ekitike?

July 15, 2025 • 11 mins
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 Newcastle United's recent bid for Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt, exploring the complexities of modern football transfers, the role of intermediaries, and the potential impact of Ekitike's versatility on Newcastle's squad. The discussion also highlights ...
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The Bundesliga's next top striker? Mainz sign smart Burkardt replacement

July 12, 2025 • 8 mins
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. In this week's second bonus show, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the emerging talents from Sturm Graz, particularly focusing on the development of strikers like William Böving. They explore the impact of Danish players in European football, highlighting the growing talent pool i...
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Why Arsenal were right NOT to sign Benjamin Sesko

July 9, 2025 • 10 mins
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 current dynamics of the transfer market, particularly focusing on the evolving role of center forwards in football. It highlights the implications of Arsenal's potential signing of Victor Gyökeres and the impact on Benjamin Sesko's future at RB Leipzig. The discu...
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The Club World Cup Round-up Show

July 6, 2025 • 58 mins
On the first episode of the new season, Manu and Stefan sit down to discuss Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund's performances in the Club World Cup and the major talking points that have arisen during the competition. When it comes to Bayern, everything now revolves around the unfortunate long-term injury to Jamal Musiala. Can the Munich giants cope without their No.10 or will they have to go shopping for a new playmaker this sum...
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Leverkusen are making big changes to their tactics under Ten Hag

July 4, 2025 • 9 mins
Join 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 Bayer Leverkusen's strategic decisions regarding their striker partnerships, particularly focusing on the future of players Boniface and Schick. The discussion highlights the financial stability of the club and the potential tactical shifts under new coach Eric Ten Hag, contrasting ...
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Why Leverkusen may be happy to sell Edmond Tapsoba to Newcastle

July 1, 2025 • 7 mins
This video delves into the potential transfer of Edmund Tapsoba to Newcastle United, discussing the implications of the rumored fee and the player's capabilities. It transitions into Bayer Leverkusen's strategic approach to rebuilding their team and the financial health of Bundesliga clubs compared to those in the Premier League, highlighting the long-term sustainability of the Bundesliga model. Takeaways Newcastle's interest in T...
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Do Dortmund even need to replace Jamie Gittens?

June 30, 2025 • 15 mins
Join our ⁠YouTube channel⁠ or ⁠Substack⁠ to get access to our two bonus shows each week. In this conversation, Manuel Veth and Stefan Bienkowski discuss the impending transfer of Jamie Gittens to Chelsea, the financial implications for Borussia Dortmund, and the potential strategies for squad improvement. They analyze Dortmund's current squad depth, the necessity of replacing outgoing players, and the financial constraints that ma...
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How would Nick Woltemade fit in at Bayern Munich?

June 28, 2025 • 14 mins
Join our YouTube channel or Substack to get access to our two bonus shows each week. The conversation delves into Bayern Munich's interest in signing Nick Woltemade, a standout player in the U21 European Championships. The discussion highlights the complexities of negotiating with VfB Stuttgart, the player's unique profile, and how he could fit into Bayern's lineup alongside established stars like Harry Kane. The hosts explore th...
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