The Schnitzel Boys
The Schnitzel Boys is a podcast hosted by two German soccer fans who share their perspectives on following the sport from the United States. They discuss American soccer culture, leagues, and fandom through a German lens. Episodes likely mix personal stories, match reactions, and observations about the differences between soccer in Germany and the U.S.
Episodes
The Schnitzel Boys Ride Again! Special World Cup Preview Pod - Episode 195
Hello! We are back from the dead to say hello to our fans, and to talk about the craziness going on for this summers North American World Cup. GO USA! Go Deutschland!
The 12 days of Bundesliga - Schnitzel Boys Holiday Special! Episode 194
We're light on soccer talk this week, with the Holidays approaching, we talk skiing in a winter wonderland that is Vermont, and we see what Stefan bought from the Weinachtsmarkt!
World Cup winner finally gets the big trophy! - Episode 193
Well he did it, Messi finally got the elusive MLS Cup that puts his World Cup and Champions League titles to shame! We talk World Cup groups, and then wrap up the MLS season!
'Messi, you're next!' - Müller Messi showdown - Episode 192
We talk Neuer's blunder, and the ultimate MLS Cup showdown!
NYCFC Messi vs Actual Messi - Episode 191
We talk MLS Playoffs! A little Germany, but a lot of MLS.
Germany Bombards and so does the USA? - Episode 190
Germany qualifies! USA beats two time world cup winner Uruguay! PLUS we talk BIG MLS changes!
Bayern Drop Their First Points & MLS Playoff Fever! - Episode 189
We talk the rosters for the upcoming German and US games, as well as the Bundesliga, the MLS Playoffs and the magic of Vienna!
The 2025 MLS Playoffs Are Upon Us PLUS Invincible Bayern - Ep 188
They boys talk MLS PLayoffs, and the goings on in the Bundesliga.
Germany and USA 8 Months Before the World Cup - Episode 187
We break down the recent Germany and USA games and check in with our teams 8 months before the world cup.
World Cup Ticket Report! Kicker on Malik Tillman! - Episode 186
Bjorn talks about his experiences from INSIDE the World Cup ticket portal, PLUS we breakdown the big Kicker article about how Malik Tillman is doing at Bayer Leverkusen!
Das Wunder von Harrison - Episode 185
We talk the Schnitzel Boys derby, Juergen Klopp on MLS, Americans in the Bundesliga and more!
Americanissimo! - Episode 184
We talk some Americans in the Bundesliga, and catch up on the winding downs of the MLS regular season. Will the Red Bulls finally miss the playoffs?!
Are We In Deep Sh!&? - Episode 183
We talk USMNT's latest loss, a plan B for replacing Poch, and the lackluster Germany qualifiers.
Erik Two Games - TEN HAG SACKED! - Episode 182
We talk about the Ten Hag sacking, latest transfers, classless Miami, and are the Seattle Sounders the best American team of all time?
Nobody Stepped Up! - Episode 181
Originally broadcast on Monday, August 25th, the BOYZ review the opening Bundesliga weekend, and then talk soft Mueller penalty in Vancouver.
It's Mueller Time! PLUS the Bundesliga Is Upon Us - Episode 180
Thomas Mueller's Vancouver Whitecaps debut! Plus we preview the Bundesliga kicking off this weekend.
We Talk MLS 3.0! - Episode 178
The BOYZ talk (fight) over a new roster strategy for MLS 3.0.
Mueller is coming to MLS...but where? - Episode 177
We talk crazy MLS rules! Also we share news about Thomas Mueller and we share info about Eintracht Frankfurt in Kentucky!
French Fried by Berger PLUS MLS be MLS'n - Episode 176
During the MLS Skills challenge we talk about how amazing the German women are in the Euros and the latest going's in the German and American soccer sphere.
Let's Get Ready to Soccer Ball!!! - Episode 175
We wrap up the FIFA Club World Cup and what implications it has for MLS. Then we talk about MLS!
USMNT Gold Cup Post-mortem: The Summer of Soccer comes to a CRUSHING end! - Episode 174
With special guest PAT SHAY, we talk FIFA CWC, and then a thorough post-mortem of the USMNT’s 2025 Gold Cup.
USA slips by Costa Rica and Inter Miami matches Inter Milan?? - Episode 173
Stefan Schnitzel flies solo today as he reviews the latest goings on in the summer of soccer 2025! He talks latest transfers, Club World Cup, MLS, and the Gold Cup!
Soccer Summer Continues...and It's HOT!
Why are Europeans so soft? And why is online American soccer negativity fueled by LIES?? We talk all the latest with the FIFA CWC!
Soccer Summer Is Here! - Episode 171
The summer merger episodes continue as we talk the Club World Cup, the USMNT win over Trinidad & Tobago, and a whole bunch more!
Germany and USA are both LOSERS! - Episode 170
Both of our national teams are in crisis! What the heck?!
The Weekend of Five - NULL - Episode 169
In a merged episode we talk about the UCL Final, the FIFA CWC play-in game that made us proud, and the CCC final that made us not proud...PLUS WHAT'S UP WITH THE GOLD CUP ROSTER??
NY is Blue, Florida is Purple, and LA is Reus! - USA Hour - Episode 168.2
We talk about the lousy NY Red Bulls, the Inter Miami bullies, and the awakening of Marco Reus.
Koeln, HSV, and BVB, the Bundesliga concludes! - Germany Hour - Episode 168.1
We wrap up a thrilling 2024/2025 Bundesliga season.
MLS Gonna MLS - USA Hour - Episode 167.2
We talk the opposite trajectories of the NY teams, and discuss whether David Beckham showed some class or not with his latest social media activity!
The Basement Is Finished! - Germany Hour - Episode 167.1
We cover the last of the 24/25 Bundesliga season, as the race to the basement is finishing.
John Tolkin and the Search for the Great Escape - Germany Hour - Ep 166.1
We talk the latest goings on in the winding Bundesliga, like who's gonna make the great escape from the relegation zone!
The Prodigal Son…Introduces Himself - USA Hour - Ep 166.2
We catch up on MLS action.
New York Be Stankin'! - USA Hour - Ep 165.2
We talk the sorry state of both NY MLS teams, and how we feel about Columbus playing in Cleveland for the almighty dollar.
Harry Kane's First Trophy - Germany Hour - Ep 165.1
We talk about all the German going's on as Germany winds down. Harry Kane's first ever trophy, and between Bochum, Kiel, and Heidenheim, who's gonna win the rights to a relegation playoff?
Germany Is OUT of Europe! - Germany Hour - Episode 164
We REACT to the latest results of German clubs in European competition, and all 3 fell by the wayside.
30 years of MLS and the legend of Krazy George! - USA Hour - Ep 163.2
Broadcast last week, this episode covers the 30 year anniversary of MLS and the legend of the OG super US Soccer fan, Krazy George!
Bayern vs Inter Leg 1 REACTION - Germany Hour - Ep 163.1
We react to the Bayern - Inter game, and highlight an unlikely American hero.
USA Bad :( ...and catching up on NYCFC and MLS! - USA Hour - 162.2
We talk the USA games and the fallout of Nations League, as well as WILL SMITH?? We also talk some good ol' MLS!
Germany Good & Bayern SUES Canada?? - Germany Hour - 162.1
The boys catch up on all things German soccer, plus why are Bayern threatening to sue the Canadian Soccer Association?
Vancouver Turning Heads - USA Hour - Episode 161.2
We talk MLS cinderella's Vancouver, as well as all the good stuff.
UrBIG Mistake! - Germany Hour - Episode 161.1
We talk Champions League, Bayern's new slippery path, and Nations League!
San Diego Defying the Odds! - USA Hour - Episode 160.2
We check in on MLS, with a surprise start for both San Diego and Vancouver. Plus, a poem from a former USMNT legend??
Bayern dominate Leverkusen, get owned by Bochum! - Germany Hour - Episode 160.1
We catch up on the Bundesliga, the UCL, and the true superleague, the Bundesliga 2!
MLS Opening Weekend 2025 - USA Hour - Ep 159.2
We talk opening weekend results, ANGRY MESSI, and we also respond to the news that USL is launching a new D1 league.
Stick A Fork In Him...He's Done! - Germany Hour - Episode 159.1
We talk GIO REYNA! And what's next for him? Also, the Bochum renaissance continues!
MLS is back 2025! - USA Hour - Episode 158.2
Bjorn shares his experience meeting the new NYCFC coach as well as the saucy thoughts from NYCFC exec David Lee about Messi dictating CCL scheduling. Plus we cover various stories over the league, preview a handful of clubs, discuss a disturbing fan statement from an LAFC fan group, and more as we gear up for MLS in 2025!
Any Given Samstag - Germany Hour - Ep 158.1
We talk Bayern SQUEAKING by Celtic, North American UCL stories, American injuries, the goings in the true super league aka the Bundesliga 2, and of course Bochum's triumphant weekend over their lackluster Ruhr neighbors...BVB.
New Player Has Entered the Chat - Germany Hour - Ep 157
We talk about the rise of Damion Downs and FC Koln, and check in on other Americans around the Bundesliga including James Sands and John Tolkin. We preview the Champions League, and talk MLS preseason.
How are our MLS boys doing in the Bundesliga? Plus, a final verdict on the USSF NASL case. - Episode 156
We talk Americans in the Bundesliga, Bundesliga in Europe, and the NASL/USSF court case.
Explosivus Americanismus - Germany Hour - Ep 155
Americans in the Bundesliga galore! Plus, how will German teams do in the UCL this week?
The Bundesboys Are Back! - Episode 153
Episode REUPLOAD. We fixed the audio glitch.
The Bundesliga is back from winter break!
The Curious Case of Bochum's Button - Episode 152
We discuss the latest in the wacky world of German Fussball! Including the curious ending of the Bochum - Union game. Will Bayern lose the top spot? Is Gio Reyna back?? And more!
Schnitzel Goes MLS CUP! - USA Hour- Episode 151
A one episode week where we wrap a bow on MLS by Stefan Schnitzel sharing his experiences going to MLS Cup 2024 to cheer on his Red Bulls!
Stefan's MLS Cup DREAM! - USA Hour - Ep 150.2
Stefan Schnitzel's MLS Cup dream is happening! Plus, new coach at NYCFC, and yet another League's Cup shakeup.
Der Klassiker ain't so Klassik - Germany Hour - Ep 150
We talk Bundesliga, preview the Pokal, and talk the wild Bundesliga 2!
New York is RED! - Episode 149
We apologize for the echo! We react to the thrilling conclusion of the Hudson River Derby AKA the Schnitzel Showdown!
USA v Jamaica Post Game Reaction PLUS Full Nations League Review - Ep 148
A USA and Germany hour combined as we celebrate the USMNT and the German NT!
Don't mess with the Guzan! - USA Hour - Ep 147.2
Brad Guzan defeated Messi and the bastards of Inter Miami. Lesson: Don't shove the Guzan! Plus, RBNY v NYCFC at CitiField, the SCHNITZEL SHOWDOWN!
The clock is ticking for Sahin, and Pellegrino is out! - Germany Hour - Ep 147.1
We talk Bochum's new coach, Hoffenheim's old coach, and perhaps soon to be Dortmund's former coach? PLUS, German clubs are poor in Europe?!
The Magic of the Playoffs - USA Hour - Ep 146.2
We talk playoffs! And why is American goalkeeping so bad??
Bochum‘s Bottom Bag - Germany Hour - Ep 146.1
We talk BOCHUM and their misery, as well as who’s on the hot seat!MERCH! http://SchnitzelBoysMerch.Etsy.com
NYers Sojourn to Ohio! USA Hour - Ep 145.2
Both the NY Red Bulls and NYCFC travelled to Ohio to start their playoff journeys, to differing results! We discuss that, follow the RSL-Minnesota Utd penalties, and discuss a juicy rumor from the US Soccer circles.
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Featuring our new bucket hats!
Is it time to start asking questions of Bayern? Germany Hour - Ep 145.1
We look over a disappointing week for the German clubs in Europe, and wonder if cracks are starting to show at Bayern. We also check in on an old friend, break down Bochum's fallout, and discuss the safety of Pellegrino and Nuri Sahin.
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Inter Miami wins the shield! - USA Hour - Episode 144.2
Inter Miami break the points record and the Messi effect is in full swing as it seemingly makes global news. But weathered MLS fans like Bjorn and Stefan know better than to overvalue a supporters shield. Also, FIFA SHENANIGANS!
Fixing Bochum & Tuchel coaching England? - Germany Hour - Episode 144.1
Business as usual for all teams but one. BOCHUM! How do we fix Bochum? Also, how do we feel about Tuchel coaching the Three Lions?
The Poch era begins - USA Germany - Episode 143.2
USA - Panama review.
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Leweling the playing field - Germany Hour - Episode 143.1
We talk Germany's recent nations league games, the tenure under Nagelsmann to this point, the FIFPro players strike, and the shocking Klopp news.
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Featuring our new bucket hats!
Playoff Eve - USA Hour - Episode 142.2
We talk about the very last round before playoffs. Plus we talk latest USMNT roster and the beginning of the Poch era.
Is it RB Leipzig's time to shine? PLUS is Bernd Leno right to deny a callup? - Germany Hour - Episode 142.1
We talk about the Bundesliga, and the upcoming Germany games.
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O Red Bull Where Art Thou? - USA Hour - Episode 141.2
The New York Red Bulls are GASLIGHTING us.
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St Pauli will not go gently into that good night... - Germany Hour - Episode 141.1
We discuss the latest happenings in the Bundesliga and look ahead to the UCL fixtures of the week!
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Glorious ties! PLUS Is US Soccer looked at through rose colored glasses? - USA Hour - Episode 140.2
We discuss the NYCFC - Miami game, it's tifo, and then Stefan Schnitzel has a rant about the "American soccer beast", a beast like no other.
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Bayern working and Dortmund faltering PLUS the new UCL! - Germany Hour - Episode 140.1
We talk about which clubs are disappointing, and which clubs are so succeeding, and we review the new UCL format!
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Are RBNY and other MLS 1.0 clubs doing enough? w/ special guest Pat Schnitzel - USA Hour - Episode 139.2
We are joined by Chicago Fire OG, and RBNY fan Pat Schnitzel as we discuss both the Fire and RBNY and if what they're doing is good enough! Plus, is San Diego FC doing enough??
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Checking in with Dortmund w/ special guest Matt Schnitzel - Germany Hour - Episode 139.1
We do a deep dive on Borussia Dortmund this season with BVB super fan Matt Schnitzel.
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Germany GOOD...USA BAD? - Episode 138
#DFB #USSF #MLS
We discuss the September international window where Germany is exciting and the US are worrying. What can Poch do with this mediocre group?
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Womp Womp - USA Hour - Episode 137.2
#MLS
We talk MLS and the latest US Roster.
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The STREAK has finally ended! - Germany Hour - Episode 137.1
#Bundesliga #DFB
We cover the action of week 2, touch on a new 2nd Bundesliga segment, and break down the latest national team roster.
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Featuring our new bucket hats!
Glory to Columbus! PLUS Reus's Galaxy debut and should Stefan be upset at Sandro Schwarz's latest interview? - USA Hour - Episode 136.2
We talk Columbus, and we translate and react to Sandro Schwarz's interview in Sport Bild.
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Laterkusen Back To Their Old Tricks! - Germany Hour - Episode 136.1
The Bundesliga is back, and we review the opening weekend! Plus we check on our old friend Gerhard Struber, and we remember the great Cristoph Daum!
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