Author: Ben McFadyean

Who is Ben McFadyean? Background and Profession Ben McFadyean is a journalist, translator, and writer with a focus on German football. He has contributed to various publications, including Four Four Two, BBC Sport, and Gulf News, showcasing his expertise in sports journalism. His work often involves reporting on football events, interviewing players and coaches, and providing insights into the world of German football. Podcasting and Fan Engagement McFadyean is also known for his podcast, which is dedicated to Borussia Dortmund (BVB), one of the prominent clubs in the Bundesliga. The podcast aims to make the stories surrounding BVB and the broader German football league accessible to an English-speaking audience. Through interviews with players, coaches, and rivals, he shares narratives that enrich fans’ understanding of the club’s culture and history.

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From The Archive: A 2018 Interview With Manfred “Manni” Burgsmüller

From The Archive: A 2018 Interview With Manfred “Manni” Burgsmüller

An interview with the late Manfred "Manni" Burgsmüller conducted by Ben McFadyean in 2018. Hey Manni, it's a really special thing for me to talk [...]
Bochum Slip, Dynamo Dresden Among The Surprise Packages, Alemannia Aachen Show They Were Worth The Wait:

Bochum Slip, Dynamo Dresden Among The Surprise Packages, Alemannia Aachen Show They Were Worth The Wait:

By Ben McFadyean. Among the surprise packages in this weekend's DFB Pokal first round, which extends into Tuesday, were third-tier Arminia Bielefel [...]
AS Monaco Snap Up BVB Super Striker Talent Paris Brunner

AS Monaco Snap Up BVB Super Striker Talent Paris Brunner

By Ben McFadyean. AS Monaco have reached an agreement to sign Borussia Dortmund's Paris Brunner, subject to medical which is due imminently accordi [...]
Warm Welcome For Füllkrug On West Ham Debut Amid Fan Boycott

Warm Welcome For Füllkrug On West Ham Debut Amid Fan Boycott

By Ben McFadyean. Despite the presence of the three-time champions of the Segunda Division and 2003 Champions League quarter-finalists Celta Vigo, [...]
Elias Kachunga: The Atmosphere Is Intense At Cambridge United – We Are Hard To Beat

Elias Kachunga: The Atmosphere Is Intense At Cambridge United – We Are Hard To Beat

By Ben McFadyean. Born in Haan, in the German state of North-Rhine-Westphalia, Elias Kachunga joined Cambridge United at the start of the 2023/24 s [...]
2. Bundesliga 24/25 preview: Die Alte Dame And The Dino Go Into The 2. Bundesliga’s 50th Season Ahead Of Chasing Pack

2. Bundesliga 24/25 preview: Die Alte Dame And The Dino Go Into The 2. Bundesliga’s 50th Season Ahead Of Chasing Pack

By Ben McFadyean. The German second tier kicks off its 50th anniversary in style with 1. FC Köln and SV Darmstadt 98, as well as the three newly prom [...]
Kult Klub Alemannia Aachen Are Back And Dynamo Have A Point To Prove In 24/25 German 3 Liga Packed With Derbies

Kult Klub Alemannia Aachen Are Back And Dynamo Have A Point To Prove In 24/25 German 3 Liga Packed With Derbies

By Ben McFadyean. With newly-promoted Alemannia Aachen, and Energie Cottbus, the third tier in the season ahead has become even more of a must-see le [...]
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