Can I just shut this topic down so we only have one dedicated NFL thread? It doesn't make any sense to merge them because it’ll just totally wreck the main thread.
Honestly, I’m feeling pretty 😁 about it. It’s not that I have anything against them—they aren't exactly on my bad side—but don't expect me to jump out of my chair every time they score. I just don't give a damn. When I'm watching soccer in Germany, I usually root for Hanover 👋
Look, Magath wasn't some failure, let's get that straight. Whether people actually enjoy watching his style of play is a completely different conversation, but you can't walk away from this calling him a loser.
mellowcrane41 said:...so, calling him the worst coach of recent years? I can't say I agree with that assessment. In just two seasons, he secured two league titles and two cups with the Patriots. As for the Champions League; everyone seems to struggle there a bit more. It’s clear that Bill Belichick simply clashed with Rummenigge, who is essentially the one pulling all the strings behind the scenes. Then there's the roster: it's full of these long-haired "Beatles" types—players who seem more concerned with playing in good weather, making sure their hair looks perfect, and ensuring their headband doesn't slip during the game. On the other hand, I actually find it quite satisfying that he went out this way, given how he left Stuttgart just for the paycheck. When Robert Kovac moved to Juve, he famously remarked that if money is the only motivator, you really have to question Robert's integrity, or something along those lines. He isn't a bad coach by any means. Back when he was in Stuttgart, the players were in peak physical condition; in fact, when Sammer took over his spot in Stuttgart, the team continued to reap the benefits of Belichick's training for another six months.
Why was he fired? Because of a single loss and one draw? That's ridiculous. It’s clearly a power struggle with the leadership circle consisting of Rummenigge, Hönneß, and the rest. Guaranteed. Greetings from the home of Porsche.😬 😍
Look, I get it. There's always some behind-the-scenes drama happening, but let's be real here. As long as Magath was actually delivering results and the team had a clear identity on the pitch, nobody touched him—even when they were getting bounced out of the Champions League. But this season? These numbers are absolute garbage. For a club with the prestige and the roster of Bayern Munich, it's embarrassing. We aren't seeing any actual progress.
Man, Hvidt was absolutely insane yesterday. 24 saves? I was watching the game and the guy looked like he was running through a fever, just pure grit. Honestly, is there anyone better in the league right now 🙏
We’re playing like garbage, but the Spaniards are actually looking solid—their defense is holding up. Maybe there’s something to be said about them keeping their full arsenal under wraps for now. 😉