Overview

• Felix Brych, with 356 Bundesliga matches, will retire at the end of this season after a 20+ year career.
• Brych intends to meet Robert Hoyzer to discuss the 2004 match-fixing scandal, which he says damaged referee neutrality and left lasting impacts on the profession.
• He described the 2018 World Cup match between Switzerland and Serbia as his most challenging, triggering a personal crisis and affecting his confidence on the field.
• Brych likened his struggles during that period to being caught in a 'washing machine,' highlighting the emotional toll of high-pressure games.
• As he approaches his final match, Brych expresses a desire for a game free of competitive stakes, allowing him to enjoy his farewell to officiating.