Rick and Alex dive into the DFB Pokal action and react to the Round of 16 draw before dissecting the latest Bundesliga weekend. While Bayern and Leipzig continue their dominant runs, Wolfsburg and Augsburg face mounting pressure following disappointing Pokal and league losses.
The discussion heats up around Wolfsburg’s recurring attendance struggles, prompting the hosts to question the current league system and explore what kind of innovation might be needed to strengthen fan engagement and club competitiveness in the Bundesliga.
The episode wraps up with a fantastic takeaway from Bundesliga 2 and a quick look ahead to the upcoming Champions League fixtures and Bundesliga weekend action in Schedule Ballers.
Rick and Alex jump from thrilling Champions League stories to analyzing the weekend’s Bundesliga performances before diving into the upcoming DFB Pokal matchups. This episode also takes a closer look at German footballers abroad, with a special focus on the MLS and the approaching playoffs.
Rick and Alex digest all the Bundesliga action from the past weekend while simultaneously keeping an eye on Dortmund’s and Leverkusen’s Champions League performances. Bayern, Dortmund, and Frankfurt take center stage in the Bundesliga 1 review, while Kaiserslautern, Elversberg, and Schalke headline the Bundesliga 2 segment.
The hosts also look across the English Channel to discuss the performances of German legionnaires playing their roles on the British Isles.
In this 48th edition of the GFC Podcast, Rick and Alex take a deep dive into the rich history and evolving realities of German football. They hosts explore moments that have shaped the game in Germany, while also addressing current challenges, including the current system which now reaching the floor of the European Parliament. The duo reflects on where German football stands today and what the future may hold both domestically and across Europe.
In Schedule Ballers, they wrap up this special episode with a look ahead to the upcoming Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2 matchups, highlighting key coaching changes that could shift the balance in both leagues.
Rick and Alex are back with a post-Oktoberfest deep dive into Bundesliga 1 and 2! This week, the hosts break down the rise of standout players across both leagues and name the first clubs shaping up for promotion, and those in danger of relegation. In Fantastic Takeaways, they spotlight remarkable moments of solidarity during medical emergencies in stadiums and explore how tighter connections between clubs and their fans are creating seamless, real-time communication between two of football’s most important stakeholders.
This week on GFC, Alex and Rick dive deep into the international stage, with all German teams’ performances in Europe at the center of the discussion. Don’t worry, there’s still plenty of Bundesliga action: both Bundesliga 1 and 2 results from the weekend are covered.
In Cluball Trouble, the hosts unpack the latest management shakeup at Gladbach while also looking at Augsburg’s alarming downhill trend — plus the fan scare in Heidenheim.
The episode closes with an emotional look at Julian Nagelsmann’s newest national team nominations, as Germany gears up for decisive World Cup 2026 qualifiers next week.
Rick and Alex dissect the Champions League performances from last week’s opening matchday and reflect on the latest Bundesliga results. Big questions are on the table: Is Wagner the right fit for Augsburg? Do Frankfurt currently have the best fans in Germany? And are Bundesliga Saturdays still lacking highlights with some of the bigger teams stuck in Bundesliga 2?
These are the burning topics in the latest episode of the GFC Podcast.
The Bundesliga action is back in full swing, and Matchday 1 of the Champions League is just around the corner. In this episode, Rick and Alex spotlight the Unmatched Moment with two German stars shining abroad. The hosts also return to the stands, where another Bundesliga 2 giant delivered one of the most impressive fan displays of the season so far. In Cluball Trouble, the focus shifts to the second coaching change in Bundesliga 1 and the first bench rotation in the second tier of German football.
Bloodless German national team performances have the hosts fired up as they dissect the emotionless showings against Slovakia and Northern Ireland, delivering the passion that was missing on the pitch this past weekend. They then turn to Leverkusen, where a coaching change could spark new life and shift momentum in Bayer’s shaky Bundesliga start. Meanwhile, Uli Hoeneß once again takes center stage with his ongoing interventions at Bayern, stirring plenty of debate. To round things off, the hosts check in on the latest twists in Bundesliga 2 and set the stage for an exciting weekend of football across both top German leagues.
Alex and Rick break down the most impactful Bundesliga transfers as the window closes, looking at which moves will shape teams financially and on the pitch. The hosts also dive into the season’s first coaching change and review the latest Bundesliga action. With the Champions League and DFB Pokal draws freshly announced, they highlight the biggest matchups that have fans across Germany buzzing with anticipation.
The Bundesliga is back, and so are Rick and Alex with plenty to unpack! A locker room scandal earns Dortmund the first Cluball Trouble appearance of the season, while four straight losses push FC Nürnberg into the same infamous spotlight—putting Miroslav Klose’s job on the line. Beyond the drama, the hosts dive into an action-packed Bundesliga 1 opening matchday and share their bold predictions for surprise contenders and standout performers this season. Tune in to see if their calls hit the mark!
In this episode, Rick and Alex dive into the first-round action of the DFB Pokal, highlighting underdog wins, surprising exits, and standout performances. The focus then shifts to a forecast of the 25/26 Bundesliga season: who’s shaping up as title contenders, dark horses, and teams in trouble. We review the summer transfer period so far—did the Bundesliga lose in attractiveness compared to rival leagues? Wrapping up, the hosts turn to Bundesliga 2 after two games, analyzing early form, promotion candidates, and what the race could look like in one of Europe’s most competitive second divisions.
In this GFC Summer Special, Alex and Rick dive into the Club World Cup and how it goes for Bundesliga clubs. We recap the UEFA Nations League performances. Coaching changes across Bundesliga 1 and 2 shake up team strategies for 2025/26, while early summer transfers hint at a thrilling season ahead. Plus, bold predictions, fan takes, and what to watch for as preseason kicks off. Packed with updates, insight, and signature banter—this special keeps your summer football fire burning!
In the final episode of the season, Rick and Alex dive into the drama of the relegation playoffs and the DFB Pokal final in Berlin, breaking down the key moments and what they mean for the clubs involved.
From clutch performances to missed chances, the guys leave no moment untouched. After the on-pitch action, they shift gears to cover the latest confirmed transfers and Bundesliga rumors heating up as the summer break begins.
We finally know who’s heading to Bundesliga 1! While the entire season in Germany’s lower tier delivered plenty of drama, the final matchday offered few surprises. Rick and Alex break down the promoted teams and preview their chances of survival in the top flight. The duo also digs into the upcoming relegation playoffs.
In the second half, the hosts shift focus to the final standings in Bundesliga 1, spotlighting the last-minute shakeups around the European qualification spots and what they mean for next season.
The season is reaching its dramatic conclusion, and Rick and Alex are back to unpack an emotional and action-packed weekend across Bundesliga 1 and 2. In this episode, they reflect on some of the standout moments and big storylines from the penultimate matchday.
From a fantastic farewell to Bundesliga 1 for Holstein Kiel and and Bochum, to Hamburger SV’s thrilling—and unmatched—return to the top flight, the hosts celebrate the teams that have already made headlines. But the drama is far from over.
They look ahead to Matchday 34, where everything is still up for grabs:
In Bundesliga 1, the race for the last Champions League spots is heating up.
In Bundesliga 2, the fight for the remaining promotion places promises high tension until the final whistle.
And in both leagues, the battle for 16th place—that critical relegation playoff spot—could spell hope or heartbreak, offering two more matches to either secure top-tier status or face the drop.
Join Rick and Alex as they break it all down, preview the final day of league action, and add a little spice to your week with expert insights and passionate debate.
GFC Episode 35 dives into Bayern’s decisive championship win and Dortmund’s last-gasp push for a Champions League spot. We break down how the Bundesliga 1 top dogs wrapped things up—and what’s still at stake. Meanwhile, chaos and hope define Bundesliga 2 as coaching changes sweep through clubs chasing promotion or fighting relegation. In Fantastic Takeaways, we celebrate fan culture at its finest with legacy choreographies in Schalke and Nürnberg that gave us goosebumps. Join Rick and Alex as the season nears its climax with drama on every pitch and storylines that keep getting better.
In Episode 34, Alex and Rick review a weekend that brought clarity at the top and chaos below. Bayern can seal the Bundesliga title next week, Leverkusen is locked into second place, and Frankfurt made a big move toward securing third. Below them, the battle for European spots heats up as Dortmund storms back into the Champions League race. In Bundesliga 2, all Top 6 teams dropped points, keeping the promotion fight thrillingly alive. Meanwhile, in Bundesliga 1's relegation zone, all bottom three teams grabbed points, setting up a tense finish. Plus: once again, Bundesliga 2 fans stole the show.
Rick and Alex return with Episode 33 of the GFC Podcast, declaring Bayern the designated champions as the title race hits its final stretch. The battle between Bayern and Leverkusen takes the spotlight in Cluball Trouble, especially with transfer rumors swirling around Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz. Schalke 04 also makes headlines with talks of yet another coaching change ahead of next season. The hosts break down the dramatic final weeks in both Bundesliga 1 and 2, with promotion and relegation battles intensifying. This episode also pays tribute to a Bundesliga coaching legend, as Rick and Alex mourn the passing of Werner Lorant.
GFC is back with Episode 32, launching a slightly adapted format that makes our weekly dive into game results, fan culture, and controversial club developments easier to follow and more dynamic than ever.
In this debut of the new structure, we go deep on the Champions League showings from Bayern and Dortmund. From tactics to turning points, Rick and Alex break down what the performances mean for German football—and, of course, two legends step into the spotlight again: Thomas Müller and Hansi Flick, long-time favorites of the hosts for their personalities, leadership, and lasting impact on the game.
The always-heated "Cluball Trouble" segment zooms in on Hoffenheim, where a coaching change at the end of the season looks all but certain. Meanwhile, "Fantastic Takeaways" brings Bundesliga 2 to the forefront once again, with another week of standout drama and fan moments from the second tier.
One theme continues to baffle the hosts: no team—whether in Bundesliga 1 or 2—seems capable of sealing the deal. With title races wide open, and European qualification spots still up for grabs, the tension is rising week by week.