A dramatic return from the winter break across Germany’s top two divisions: Bundesliga 2 explodes back into life with statement wins, surprise results, and an instantly reshaped promotion race, while the Bundesliga delivers a shockwave in Frankfurt that could have lasting consequences for the chase of European spots. Momentum swings, pressure mounts, and the second half of the season begins at full throttle.

Alex and Rick kick off the new year in style with a banger of an episode. In Episode 58 of GFC, they dive deep into the growing turbulence surrounding league newcomers, with a sharp focus on the latest troubles brewing at Cologne and Hamburg.

Beyond the chaos, the duo break down standout transfers, eye-catching individual performances, and the players making early statements in 2026. With the World Cup year officially underway, attention also turns to the DFB team—discussing key decisions, emerging options, and what the next move must be if Germany wants to peak at the right moment.

In the final episode of GFC for 2025, Alex and Rick take stock of the Bundesliga during the winter pause and dive into several storylines shaping the months ahead. The hosts discuss recent developments involving German legionnaires in the Premier League, as well as winter moves by German internationals that could have a positive impact on their World Cup prospects.

They also look across the league at clubs already deep into a rebuild—and others facing major restructuring once the season concludes—highlighting where tough decisions and open windows lie.

To wrap things up, Alex and Rick reflect on the podcast’s first year, what they’ve learned along the way, and invite listeners to share their feedback as GFC heads into 2026.