In Episode 56, Alex and Rick break down another action-packed Bundesliga weekend before turning their focus to one of the most talked-about stories of the round: a surprisingly subdued Rhine derby, where controversy off the pitch overshadowed events on it and left large parts of the active fan scene outside the stadium.

The hosts then shift to Bundesliga 2, unpacking turbulent and eventful days in Düsseldorf and Karlsruhe—clubs facing pivotal moments, with further changes potentially on the horizon.

Rounding out the episode is a special deep dive into the Bundesliga’s “grey mice”: the crowded midfield of the table. Alex and Rick assess the current status quo, discuss which teams are quietly overachieving or under pressure, and explore where the journeys of these sides might realistically be heading as the season unfolds.

In Episode 55, Alex and Rick take a late-week look back at the Bundesliga weekend and the mixed performances of German clubs in European competition. At the heart of this episode is the World Cup draw — and the much-debated show surrounding it in Washington, D.C. The hosts break down Germany’s group, share their initial reactions, and then turn their attention to what awaits German football in the upcoming weekend.

In this week’s episode, Rick and Alex dive deep into the seismic coaching changes shaking the Bundesliga. From Augsburg to Fürth, we break down what these managerial shifts mean for the teams’ strategies and season trajectories—and we forecast another imminent change in Mainz that could turn heads.

Off the pitch, a shocking fan scandal involving Stuttgart supporters takes center stage, sparking debate and testing police-fan relations.

Finally, the hosts look ahead to the upcoming DFB-Pokal fixtures, analyzing matchups, potential surprises, and players to watch as the knockout competition heats up.

Alex and Rick are back after a short break, this time with Rick finally breaking his silence on why the GFC Podcast briefly paused. The hosts dive into the takeaways from the World Cup qualifier break and assess the current state of the German National Team before shifting to the Bundesliga business.

Bundesliga 1 and 2 are back with full force, and fan protests are dominating the headlines across German stadiums. The guys unpack what’s behind the movement, where it might lead, and how it impacts the matchday experience.

Before wrapping up, they discuss the mysterious criminal case involving Karim Adeyemi and take a humorous but pointed look at Dominik Kohr’s unbelievable red-card streak.

A chaotic league. A dramatic break. A criminal mystery. And Bayern… just being Bayern.

In Episode 52, Rick and Alex dive into the shifting landscape of TV broadcast rights and what the future of Bundesliga viewership may look like. The national team nomination sparks debate, while Kaiserslautern delivers the Choreo of the Year, setting the fan scene buzzing across Germany.

With hopes rising for a fifth Champions League spot, the hosts break down which clubs are strengthening Europe’s case, and which are stumbling. Finally, Rick and Alex admit they almost wish the Bundesliga table could freeze right now, given the wild mix of European contenders at the top and surprising names in the relegation zone.

Another packed episode full of insight, passion, and classic GFC banter.

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.