It has been a bit of a crazy week for Bayern Munich. There was a boring win, followed by a more boring draw, but there was a whole of news in between, so in short, we have plenty to discuss. Let’s take a look at that is on tap for this episode: Why is Bayern Munich struggling right now. Is it Thomas Tuchel’s fault? Are the players underperforming? Is the squad flawed? Maybe...maybe not, but there is some reason to think it is bound to look better soon. Does this version of Bayern Munich have a poor mentality? Bayern Munich has been closely linked to Bayer Leverkusen ace Florian Wirtz and could be the leader in the clubhouse to land the star....but does it make sense? Is he worth it? Let’s discuss.

The Bundesliga action is back for Bayern Munich this weekend as the Bavarians will take on Union Berlin at the Allianz Arena. For the Bavarians, a win is needed to keep pace with red-hot Bayer Leverkusen, the table-toppers in the league. Meanwhile, Union Berlin has had a putrid season, so far, and is in desperate need of a reboot to get back on the right track. Desperation, however, might not be enough for Die Eisernen as Bayern Munich will undoubtedly be looking to shake off the cobwebs from an unfortunate midweek draw with FC Copenhagen in the Champions League. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: A rundown of where each team in the standings and look at the recent form of the clubs. A guess at what Thomas Tuchel might be thinking for his starting XI. A prediction on the match.

Bayern Munich and FC Copenhagen battled to a 0-0 draw in the Champions League in a game that no one really seemed to put much effort into. For the second consecutive match, Bayern Munich did not have too much pep in its step. The Bavarians had trouble getting going offensively against the compact and conservative approach from the Danish side. It would have been nice to Bayern Munich find a way to breakthrough FC Copenhagen. but it was not meant to be on this day. Let’s just get down to it...this is what we have on tap for this podcast: A look at the starting XI and what Tuchel did differently in this match. A rundown of the scoring, err, substitutions — what did you think about the non-handball call? Some thoughts on why the game was sooooo boring and a reminder that Manuel Neuer is the best in the business. Wh

A Friday night tilt after an international break against a desperate opponent could have been disastrous for Bayern Munich, but like they have done so many other times this season, the Bavarians fought through some uneven play on both ends of the pitch to claim a 1-0 victory. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: A gander at Thomas Tuchel’s odd starting XI and what that might mean for some of the players, who were passed over in favor of Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting. A public service message that you do not need to watch this mess. A rundown of the scoring (LOL) as Harry Kane just keeps producing (even though he sometimes appears to be an afterthought in the attack. Steffen Baumgart will likely get sacked soon, but he has nothing to work with. That said, he had his team prepared and they fought hard. This really just a Billy Goats team that lacks talent.

What a mess of an international break that way. Germany is a disaster under Julian Nagelsmann, but at least Bayern Munich is coming back this weekend. Given all of that, there is plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it. Here is what is on tap for this week’s episode: Assessing why Germany is a clown show these days (Hint: The answer is pretty simple). Looking at why Julian Nagelsmann cannot help himself and is proving all of his critics right. Break out the torch, it is time to light some folks up. A preview for Bayern Munich vs. FC Köln. Transfer rumors on Bayern Munich stars Thomas Müller and Leroy Sané. What to be thankful for during this Thanksgiving season.

Ahead of the EURO 2024 competition, yet another international break is upon us. Bayern Munich players are spread out globally to represent their respective national teams, but that does not mean that there is not a lot to talk about with both the Rekordmeister and the boys representing Germany: Registering a formal take on the hotly-contested Harry Kane vs. Robert Lewandowski debate. The curious story leaked by Bild that indicates Germany coach Julian Nagelsmann will not be using Joshua Kimmich as a right-back. What to expect from Germany’s upcoming games and what are some realistic expectations. Looking at Bayern Munich’s upcoming slate of games. The latest news on Alphonso Davies and his potential transfer — as Real Madrid, Liverpool FC, <a href="https:/

Bayern Munich ran out eventual winners over FC Heidenheim today in a game of ups and downs, with the Bavarians going 2-0 up in the first half only to see the lead vanish in minutes, but fighting back in the last stretch to bag all three points. There were some clear issues with the squad on display, but some individual performances that still stood out. In this podcast, we discuss the game and parts of the bigger picture, specifically: The lineups and setups of the team. The fascinating rotations of the Bayern Munich XI, such as the inclusion of Bouna Sarr. The visible fatigue in the games of certain players who have been over-worked. The tweaked midfield set-up and how it evolved over the course of the game. The worrying and celebrated individual performances from the difference-makers today. The state of Bayern’s title CHALLENGE in the face of a Bayer Leverkusen super-team. Be sure to stay tun

Bayern Munich was sleepwalking for the majority of its Champions League match against Galatasaray, but did pull out a victory that frustrated many fans. The Bavarians eventually snared a 2-1 win ahead of this weekend’s Bundesliga showdown with Heidenheim. We will cover ALL of that, plus take a look at those pesky transfer rumors surrounding Joshua Kimmich and our old friend Robert Lewandowski’s recent struggles with FC Barcelona. Here is the full rundown of what we have on tap for this edition of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: A breakdown of the Bayern Munich vs. Galatasaray match. A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Heidenheim — will Thomas Tuchel learn his lesson with injuries? Thoughts on Robert Lewandowski’s struggles with <a h

Craziness is abound as Bayern Munich had the most painful of losses and the most exuberant of wins within four days of each other. The Helter Skelter nature of the team’s performances on the pitch continues, but — more than anything — Bayern Munich keeps winning in the Bundesliga and Champions League. There is a lot to talk about and analyze, so that’s what we will do. Here is what is on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Flagship Show: Some thoughts and analysis on Bayern Munich massive 4-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker — and why even a certain type of loss would have been an okay result (I know...blasphemy). A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Galatasaray in the UCL.

Bayern Munich beat Borussia Dortmund very convincingly, 0-4, in what might have been a surprise to Bayern fans but wasn’t a surprise to the just about anybody else. In this podcast, we discussed the following: How Thomas Tuchel’s position as head coach might change after this game; How Tuchel’s desire for a number six is impacted by this game; Will Joshua Kimmich’s position come under fire? What worked for Bayern today? What did not work at all for Dortmund today? A word on the Leon Goretzka - Conrad Laimer pairing in midfield; A word on Bayer Leverkusen and where they stand currently; Is Dortmund a lock-in for top four? Questions to be answered for Bayern moving forward. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern

Bayern Munich has had a week, eh? After some brief optimism seeped into the general public’s feeling about the squad, the Bavarians went out and got “out-hearted” (not a word, but we’re going with it!) by 3. Liga side FC Saarbrücken in the DFB-Pokal in what was a horrendous result for Die Rekordmeister. Why wait any longer, let’s dig into what is on tap for this week’s episode: A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker. Breaking down Bayern Munich’s devastating upset loss to FC Saarbrücken in the DFB-Pokal. What went wrong? How did this happen? Why does this keep happening? Is this team tacking heart and accountability? Let’s discuss. Is Bayern Munich planning to pursue Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz this summer regardless of a potential Jamal Musiala transfer?

This is shocking. Bayern Munich have just lost to 3.Liga side 1. FC Saarbrücken, getting knocked out of the DFB Pokal in the process. Once brought in to save the treble, Thomas Tuchel has lost out on the treble for the second time in six months. Here are our talking points from the game: HOW did that just happen? This result was not a fluke — Bayern Munich have been playing like this for weeks. Leroy Sané not rested again. How the Bayern offense floundered versus Saarbrücken, showing shades of Villarreal. Are there any more excuses for Thomas Tuchel? Losing Matthijs de Ligt could be devastating for Bayern Munich. Why results aren’t everything — a point proven. The unpredictable nature of the DFB Pokal and how Tuchel failed to plan against it. A recap of individual performances — Leroy Sané, Mathys Tel, Choupo-Moting, Kim Min-jae, Alphonso Davies and more.

In this episode, Schnitzel and Rayyan discuss: Bayern’s midfield problems in the absence of Joshua Kimmich and potentially Leon Goretzka. How the attack has found its feet, particularly the upward trajectory of Harry Kane and how he has begun changing games, as well as Leroy Sané’s continued form as amongst the top players in the world. How Thomas Tuchel’s ‘game of two halves’ approach to matches might backfire in more important games. Is Tuchel a fraud or the real deal? The upcoming DfB Pokal game against FC Saarbruecken, and why Bayern should not underestimate their upcoming opposition. A short look at Bayern’s title rivals — namely Bayer Leverkusen. Why Borussia Dortmund might bottle it again.

This may be the craziest Bundesliga game in years. Bayern Munich went down to ten men early in the first half thanks to a Joshua Kimmich red card, but instead of capitalizing on that opportunity, Darmstadt surrender the advantage by getting two red cards themselves. Here are our talking points from the game: Why doesn’t Tuchel rotate the lineup more? Harry Kane is in the same situation as Erling Haaland at Man City last year. Why Thomas Müller is the man that Bayern Munich needs. Thomas Tuchel needs to improve performances — this is still far from good enough. The inefficiency of Tuchelball right now. Is Joshua Kimmich a liability? What happens in midfield versus Dortmund? Leroy Sané deserves to be considered the best player in the world right now — but is he being overplayed? Manuel Neuer makes a triumphant return to the starting XI. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavar

It has been an active week for Bayern Munich...and BFW. Aside of a big win in the Champions League for Bayern Munich over Galatasaray, we saw BFW crash (at the worst possible time), a slew of transfer rumors, and some iffy coaching decisions that all lead into a Bundesliga match vs. SV Darmstadt. Clearly, this was a crazy week and we have plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it. Here is what is on tap for this episode: A preview of Bayern Munich vs. SV Darmstadt. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s win over Galatasaray in the Champions League. Thomas Tuchel’s handling of Thomas Müller is foretelling the future for the veteran. The latest transfer news on Jamal Musiala and Alphonso Davies. BFW’s big crash. Why losing sucks (duh!). </ul

Bayern Munich picked up a win this weekend in the Bundesliga over Mainz 05, but bigger challenges lie ahead and the squad is officially battling #InjuryBlitz2023. Leon Goretzka became the latest Bayern Munich player to sustain an injury and the Germany international will be out of action until roughly mid-November if things heal properly. During a season where depth was going to be an issue, the Bavarians are hitting one pothole after another on the pathway to success. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this week’s episode: Some final thoughts on Bayern Munich’s big win over Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga. How will Thomas Tuchel replace Leon Goretzka in the central midfield? Konrad Laimer? Jamal Musiala? Raphaël Guerreiro? A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Galatasaray in the Champions League.

Bayern Munich made a triumphant return from the international break with a 3-1 victory over Mainz 05. It was not always pretty for the Bavarians, but there were some amazing sequences that gave fans a taste of how good this could all look once everyone is back in sync (and off of the injured list). Even with a banged up crew, Thomas Tuchel was able to push the right buttons enough to coax a victory out of his boys. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode of the Postgame Show: A gander at Tuchel’s starting XI selections. A rundown of the scoring. Some thoughts on why the team’s defense looked so out of sorts at times. The lack of service to Harry Kane continues. Eyeing the positives of what could have been a disaster is Mainz could finish. Make sure to check out our postgame coverage here on Bavarian Footbal

Bayern Munich is back in action, the German national team made some progress, there are transfer rumors galore, and, overall, the craziness is back. This episode of the Weekend Warm-up hits on much of that, so let’s get right to it and take a look at what is on tap: A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Mainz 05 — and why this could be a very important match under less-than-ideal conditions for the Bavarians (even if Manuel Neuer should be back). Some thoughts on the recent transfer rumors surrounding Jamal Musiala and why he might no longer he the fresh-faced phenom that fans have grown to love. Some final thoughts on the German national team’s recent set of games and wondering what Julian Nagelsmann’s plan will be moving forward.

Germany and Mexico squared off in an international friendly — in Philadelphia, PA — at the same time as a Major League Baseball playoff game between the Philadelphia Phillies and Arizona Diamondbacks and also with the Philadelphia Flyers playing the Vancouver Canucks in the NHL home opener. Needless to say, it was chaos in South Philly at the stadium complex as Germany and Mexico fought to a 2-2 draw, which felt...right. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: Checking out Julian Nagelsmann’s starting XI. A rundown of the scoring. The game was pure chaos, but was fun...and nerve-wracking...and I am mostly concerned for how anyone got home from that Park-nado that must have occurred in South Philly. Some thoughts on what we learned about Germany during this international br

Former Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann managed his first game for the German national team, coaching a confident 1-3 win over the United States national team. In this latest flagship episode of Bavarian Podcast Works, Samrin and Rayyan discuss the events of the last few weeks involving that and more, including: Lineups and a short discussion of the game between Germany and the USA. Bayern Munich’s reported dressing room problems related to Thomas Tuchel’s brand of football (or lack thereof), and the lack of any real progression from Nagelsmann’s Bayern. Bayer Leverkusen, RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund and other teams at the top of the Bundesliga, and how they relate to Bayern Munich. Can any of these teams mount a realistic title challenge for Bayern? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of y

Bayern Munich might not be active during this international break, but there is certainly a lot to discuss on the club — and also with the German national team. For the first segment, we are catching up with our old pal — Daily Mail journalist Jake Fenner — to talk all things Die Mannschaft. Why waste any more time babbling about what we will talk about, though? Let’s get down to it. This is what we have on tap for this week’s episode: A look at Germany’s first roster under Julian Nagelsmann and what to expect as Die Mannschaft prepares to square off against the United States and Mexico — featuring Jake Fenner. Grading Bayern Munich’s position groups to this point in the season. Where the team is succeeding and what positions might need some work. Addressing the recent transfer rumors linking Alphonso Davies

As Bayern Munich heads into another international break, the Bavarians will face a stiff test from SC Freiburg, but also have the opportunity to quiet some of noise surrounding the team. Thomas Tuchel has the fanbase at each other’s throats and while the team is winning, things are not as pretty as most would like. There are transfer rumors and our thoughts on Bayern Munich&#39;s recent form...in a nutshell, there is A LOT to talk about. So, let’s get to it! Here is what we have on tape for this episode: A preview of the Bayern Munich vs. SC Freiburg match where we take a look at the form of each team, the potential starting lineup for Bayern, and give a prediction on the match. Discussing the uneasy feeling that Bayern Munich’s wins are covering for a lot of flaws with the team. Bayern Munich is not getting the most out of Harry Ka

Bayern Munich once again came into a game completely unprepared and paid for it with a poor first half in which the team came to the dressing room behind on goals. Just like the last game however, Tuchel was bailed out by individual brilliance from the usual suspects. After a pair of games that made it look like Thomas Tuchel knew what he was doing, we have been treated to a pair of games that have made it look like Tuchel has never managed a game of football in his life. In this podcast, Rayyan goes over (rants about) the game and Bayern in detail. A look at the starting XIs for the game. The tactical decisions that Thomas Tuchel made. The lack of any direction or ‘game plan’ for Tuchel. A signature Cyler Meltdown™ over the state of Bayern.

Bayern Munich are back at it again. To be specific, they are back to floundering. After a pair of games that made it look like Thomas Tuchel finally knew what he was doing, Tuchel proved that he is nothing if not stubborn, making decisions in personnel and tactics that are beyond poor. Genuinely, it is unbelievable that a professional football coach can even think how the team went out there was in any way acceptable. In this podcast, Rayyan and Marcus go over the game in detail. A look at the starting XI and the mistakes Tuchel made in the personnel. The abhorrent tactics that Tuchel employed. RB Leipzig’s great game plan and execution. How Bayern could move going forward with Tuchel (or without him?).

Bayern Munich has had great success so far this season, but not everything has been peachy keen for the boys from Bavaria. Moreover, some fans have drawn lines on Thomas Tuchel and have evolved into warring factions on just about any matter involving the manager. We will talk about why that is and a whole lot more for this episode of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast. Check out what we have on tap: A look at the injury to Serge Gnabry, what it means for the club, and how the transfer rumors linking the Germany international to Manchester United and Real Madrid could be impacted. Assessing the small roster. Manchester City is linked to both Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz. Diving into t

Given the condensed schedule for Bayern Munich and also for Bavarian Podcast Works, we’ve got a double-shot for you! First, we are recapping Bayern Munich’s impressive 4-0 victory over SC Preußen Münster and then we will get you all set for the big Bundesliga showdown between the Bavarians and RB Leipzig on Saturday — a massive match in terms of the league’s title race. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s lineup that he rolled out against  Preußen Münster. A rundown of the scoring. Some takeaways from the match. A look at where Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig sit in the Bundesliga table. An attempt to guess Tuchel’s lineup (good luck!). A prediction on the game.

Well then. Bayern Munich have done it again. Tasked with facing VfL Bochum, the Bavarian giants proved their giant status with a third 7-0 drubbing in just the last two seasons, and this performance may be the most convincing of all of them. In a game that Bochum seemed to never be in, Bayern simply ran through the motions in high gear without skipping a beat, looking sharp throughout. In this podcast, we go over the many factors that went into Bayern’s domination over Bochum: A look at the starting XI and the systemic changes Thomas Tuchel employed from the previous few matches. Where the system’s changes found new spaces and pockets for players to get creative and score from. How the team’s defensive resilience and focus came back to the fore. Why fans should be excited about Bayern and what we’ve learnt about the ever-evolving system.

Bayern Munich is fresh off of a nervy 4-3 win over Manchester United in the Champions League and will have to quickly re-focus itself to do battle with VfL Bochum in the Bundesliga. With the English week making things a complete jumble for the podcast schedule, Bavarian Podcast Works has, once again, pushed the Preview Show into the Weekend Warm-up, so listeners are not overloaded with our content. Given all of that, this is what we have on tape for this episode: A preview of Bayern Munich vs. VfL Bochum in the Bundesliga, including some thoughts on how the lineup might change and what the score might be. Examining why Thomas Tuchel’s lack of a rotation is a bad idea for the long-term prospects for this season. Harry Kane is a nicer, less bitter version of Robert Lewandowski

For anyone wondering how Bayern Munich would function without Thomas Tuchel in its Champions League opener against Manchester United, it did not take all that long to see that the visitors were going to be in for a long night. After a somewhat choppy start, Bayern Munich established itself with two first half goals, which left the Red Devils punch drunk — at least for a little while. Let’s take a look what is on tap for this episode as Bayern Munich eventually outlasted Manchester United for a 4-3 win: A look at the starting XI and why it really should not have been all that surprising to see the names listed. A rundown of the scoring. Examining Bayern Munich’s ability to put together the aforementioned first half flurry even though the midfield and defense were not great.

Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen hooked up for the Bundesliga’s marquee showdown of the weekend. With two teams that were rolling heading into the international break, it was a shame that they had to meet on a Friday night to kick things off. The extra day of preparation might have done both teams some good, but the game was closely contested either way. Bayern Munich got off to an electric start, but fizzled just when Bayer Leverkusen was ready to mount a challenge. In the end, the final score was a crazy 2-2 draw that featured many swings of emotion. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting lineup. A rundown of the scoring. Some thoughts on how Bayern Munich looks at this point. Exploring Mathys Tel’s ability to create from the outside and Leon Goretzka dramatic goal — and how just a little sloppiness from Alphonso D

After an extremely crazy week with the German national team and also Bayern Munich getting back to action in a Friday match vs. Bayer Leverkusen, get ready for a Weekend Warm-up/Preview Show combo — it’s a two-for-one deal! On this episode, we will discuss the following hot topics: A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen — an absolutely key match for the Bavarians in the Bundesliga — Jamal Musiala and Raphaël Guerreiro should be available, but what about Joshua Kimmich? The unsettled situations of Matthijs de Ligt and Leon Goretzka at Bayern Munich — and what it might mean for their futures with the club. A look at Hansi Flick’s tenure as coach of Germany and where it all went wrong, plus is Julian Nagelsmann the next man up? A review of All or Nothing — The German national team in Qatar and why that probably foretold Flick getting sacked. </p

Bayern Munich might be on international break, but there is still an absolute mountain of news going on with the club. And it is not just the Bavarians, either. The German national team is set to take on France and Japan in what could be two important games in determining what future — if any — Hansi Flick has as manager: Analyzing where Bayern Munich is at the break. The case for — and against — João Palhinha making the move from Fulham FC to Bayern Munich. Also, how adding a defender is also still on the menu for the January transfer window as well. Addressing those bizarre rumors linking Bayern Munich to disgruntled Manchester United attacker Jadon Sancho. What to hope for with Germany during this international brea

With so much going on between both Bayern Munich and Germany, the topics for a BFW podcast could on for days. Things are going well for Bayern Munich and Germany is — again — looking to try and figure out how to be successful. We have strong opinions on all of that — and we KNOW you do, too — so join us for this Flagship Show where we hit on some of the biggest news from the past week, including the following topics: Harry Kane’s lack of chances in the current system. The deadline day transfer successes and failures. Is Bayern Munich in trouble or are things going to be okay? Did Bayern Munich sell off too much of its depth? Hansi Flick made some curious selections — and had some even more curious omissions for his Germany call-ups.

The Gladbach curse is finally gone as Bayern Munich faced Borussia Mönchengladbach and won 2-1. It took the Bavarians three (!) years and multiple managerial changes, but the win is truly sweet. Here are our talking points from the game: The lineup and its implications Gladbach’s defensive nature and the first goal The Bavarians and their lethargic tactics Where it all changed — the goals from Leroy Sane and Mathys Tel The system has failed Harry Kane and Thomas Mueller Praise for Joshua Kimmich, Leroy Sane, Konrad Laimer and Mathys Tel Tuchel’s tactics — myth or mystery? Worries about squad depth — the bench isn’t good enough Concluding thoughts

So the Champions League draw is official aaaaand ... Bayern Munich will face Manchester United and two others in the 2023 group stage. Okay, that’s being unfair to Copenhagen and Galatasaray, but that really is the first thing you think when you see a group like this. Beyond that there is the news that João Palinha is on his way over from Fulham (transfer pending) and to finance the deal, Benjamin Pavard is headed to Inter Milan (confirmed) and Ryan Gravenberch is on the verge of a move to Liverpool FC (less than confirmed). Given the 40 minute Zoom time limit for meetings, we had to rush to fit all the topics in this time: What can Bayern Munich expect in the Champions League group stages this year? Do we expect any threat from Man United? How many Bundesliga teams will make it to the next round of the UCL? Is João Palhinha really on his way to Bayern Munich ... and for HOW MUCH? Why Ryan Gravenberch never worked o

Bayern Munich plays perennial bogey team, Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga this weekend. It is the late Saturday game with good reason, with Bayern winless in the last five encounters against Gladbach. In this preview, we discuss Gladbach’s phenomenal record against Bayern and the following: Changes in the Gladbach team since last season How the changes in the team have impacted Gladbach How Gladbach might decide to play against Bayern A possible lineup for Gladbach in light of the injuries Bayern’s injuries and a possible line-up Will the fans see Thomas Müller? How this match might play out How the rest of the Bundesliga teams might fare this weekend including Borussia Dortmund A prediction on Gladbach vs. Bayern Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Wo

Bayern Munich bagged a 4-0 win over Werder Bremen in its Bundesliga opener and there was plenty to like about what we saw. Moreover, Harry Kane gave everyone an idea of just how impact he can be as the Bavarians aim to add for trophies to their case this season. Given how much other news broke over the week, you know this episode is loaded, so let’s get to it: Kane is everything many fans thought he could be — a dominant force. Will Thomas Tuchel start Leroy Sané over Thomas Müller at the No. 10? Josip Stanišić’s move is beneficial for him, but now Bayern Munich is scrambling. Benjamin Pavard and Ryan Gravenberch could both leave before the transfer window ends. What gives on those rumors linking Leroy Sané to both FC Barcelona and <a href="https://liverpooloffsid

After downing Werder Bremen 4-0 in the Bundesliga opener, Bayern Munich will host FC Augsburg in a match that should not present much danger to Thomas Tuchel’s new-look squad. Bayern Munich will be seeking to keep the good times rolling and to also build up a nice base of points early in the season. In past years, there has been a game (or two, or three) that has shocked Bayern Munich, caused an early season loss, and irritated the fan base. If FC Augsburg wants to become the latest team to toss a little doubt into the mix for Bayern Munich, it will absolutely have its work cut out for it. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: Recapping Bayern Munich’s performance against Werder Bremen. A review of where the teams sit in the Bundesliga table. Some notables from FC Augsburg’s roster. A look at who Thomas Tuchel might start this week.

Bayern Munich won 0-4 and all is right in the world and Thomas Tuchel will win the treble! Well, not quite.....and we will explain why in this podcast. Rayyan and Samrin discuss the following on this show: Leon Goretzka’s performance and why Thomas Tuchel almost had to play him The disjointed performances the attack continues to produce which brings the spotlight on..... .....Jamal Musiala for all the wrong reasons and Thomas Müller for all the right reasons A word on Leroy Sané and another on Noussair Mazraoui Many words on the goalkeeping situation and what Sven Ulreich did (and didn’t) do well Harry Kane’s performance — what the Englishman did right and what he needs to improve upon Whether this performance helps Thomas Tuchel’s case moving forward Upcoming fixtures which will test Bayern Could Mathys Tel becoming a starter?</l

Bayern Munich is set for its Bundesliga opener, but there are still many questions that are unanswered when it comes to the squad. How much longer will Manuel Neuer be out of action? How will Thomas Tuchel settle on playing his center-back trio? Is Benjamin Pavard going to leave before the window ends? Is Thomas Müller going to spend the season picking up scrap minutes? Yeah, there is a lot going on. Let’s not waste any more time and get right down to it. This is what we have on tap for this week’s episode of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: Looking at the potential transfer situations of Pavard and Ryan Gravenberch. A look at what is going on with the goalkeeper situation and why Bayern Munich seems poised to ride it out with Sven Ulreich until Neuer is healthy. Exploring whether or not Müller has a role on this season’s squad. How hyped are you for Harry Kane? </ul

Bayern Munich will square off with Werder Bremen in the Bundesliga opener and as much as fans would like to believe that everything is rosy heading in the season’s first match, the Bavarians have a lot of questions attached to them. Who will start? Is Thomas Müller ready to play? Can Sven Ulreich be a capable fill-in for Manuel Neuer? Which two center-backs will get the nod? Is Leon Goretzka ever getting off the bench? Does Thomas Tuchel have a plan? Mostly, why is there all of this turmoil? Those are just some of the questions heading in the match vs. Werder Bremen. Let’s take a look at what we will tackle for this season opening edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: A scan through those topics listed above. A guess at Tuchel’s starting XI. A prediction on the match.

After months of speculation, it finally appears that Tottenham Hotspur star Harry Kane is making the seemingly unlikely move to Bayern Munich. The final days here have been a whirlwind of “will he” or “won’t he” stories that eventually all faded away. Barring a last minute collapse, Kane should be making his way to Germany for a physical and could be presented at the DFL-Supercup — if things go to plan. All that said, there was plenty to talk about, so let’s dig in: Why I am crushing a crow sandwich. Recapping the craziness that occurred on Thursday August 10th as news was flowing from everywhere about Kane’s potential move. How Kane will fit and why Thomas Tuchel’s biggest job is to ensure this move is a success. Also, some thoughts on what happens if Tuchel can’t make the team mesh quickly. What else Bayern Munich might be looking at in the transfer market and why some of the perceived n

Bayern Munich closed down its preseason tour in great fashion with a comeback win over Liverpool FC, but the end result was not nearly important as what we learned about this team over the past two weeks. Why waste any time? Let’s get chatting on a number of topics. Here is what we have on tap: An in depth look at what we learned from Bayern Munich’s preseason tour, including why the attack could be positioned to explode, how the midfield might be developing into a mess, and why the defense might take some time to gel. Why the news about Manuel Neuer’s secret surgery is very concerning. Who helped themselves — Josip Stanišić and Serge Gnabry Who might be in trouble on Bayern Munich’s roster — Leon Goretzka, Dayot Upamecano, Noussair Mazraoui...and Paul Wanner. Recapping the latest transfer news.

Did you miss the club friendly between Bayern Munich vs. Liverpool FC? Well, we have you covered! Check out our Postgame Podcast as Rayyan breaks down what happened as the Bavarians stormed back from a 2-0 deficit to snare a win away from the Premier League power. If you need to catch up on anything else, check out our Initial Analysis, Match Awards, Observations, or any of the numerous reactio

The preseason has not been so kind to Bayern Munich just yet. Similarly, the World Cup served up a gut punch to Germany in the form of a stunning defeat at the hands of Colombia (The Revenge of James Rodriguez?). With Harry Kane’s pursuit ongoing and Manuel Neuer still trying to get into form, there is plenty of uncertainty surrounding Bayern Munich — and let’s not think about Germany being in an elimination match against South Korea (where have we seen this before?). Needless to say, we have plenty to chat about, so let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this week’s episode of the BFW Flagship Show: Germany’s shocking defeat and why there might be organizational issues with development at the DFB. A quick update on Bayern Munich’s pursuit of Harry Kane. Dayot Upamecano could find himself on the bench for Thomas Tuchel. Why the preseason is a little concerning — even if the results do

Ah...back from vacation and (somehow) completely worn down! Hell with that, though, it is time to rap about Bayern Munich and all of the craziness that has been going on with the club. Let’s take a look at what is going on in this episode: Some thoughts on why Bayern Munich really might be in the final hours of life without a world class No. 9. A deal for Tottenham Hotspur star Harry appears to be in play. Why there is no way Bayern Munich should be looking to spend any significant cash on a back-up goalkeeper — even if there are some red flags being raised with Manuel Neuer’s recovery. Exploring the potential sale of Sadio Mané, the rumors about Leroy Sané and Serge Gnabry being available...and how that could all mean that Bayern Munich is looking at another big purchase this summer (even if this dolt if content to ride it out with Sané and Gnabry. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian

So Bayern Munich played their first proper preseason friendly against another top level European team, and lost. While it wasn’t the drubbing we saw in last season’s Champions League quarter-final, Manchester City managed to come away with the win thanks to two goals from an antivirus and Laporte. Maybe a better lineup and some better players available could’ve handed Bayern the win, but that’s water under the bridge now. Here are our talking points from the game: A review of the two lineups we saw from Thomas Tuchel today. A quick recap of the flow of the game and who was better on balance. The problem with Bayern Munich’s attack right now. The paradoxical performances of Leroy Sane. What was Konrad Laimer like? Second half undesirables impressed — Bouna Sarr, Sven Ulreich, Mathys Tel. Why is Thomas Tuchel such a muted presence on the sidelines? Especially compared to Pep Guardiola. <

Another week, another crazy period for Bayern Munich news. While there were no major breaks in the club’s pursuit of Tottenham Hotspur star Harry Kane, there was still plenty of moving and shaking going on. We had a lot of weird news break...some true, some not, some probably falling somewhere in between. Let’s taking a look at which topics we’ll dive into for this edition of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: A brief look at where things stand with Kane after Uli Hoeneß went scorched Earth on Tottenham. Ahead of a potential move to Al Nassr, a look back at Sadio Mané’s tumultuous tenure at Bayern Munich. Assessing the rumors regarding Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, and Marcel Sabitzer.

That was a long period without Bayern Munich, wasn’t it? The Rekordmeister are back, for the season 2023-24 and there’s a lot going on — from new players, to an interesting scenario involving who’s in-charge. Starting the season off with an easy game against FC Rottach-Egern, we won 27-0 (!!). Featuring the new additions Konrad Laimer and Raphael Guerreiro, the new era of Bayern looks rather exciting and we’re all in for it. Here are our talking points from the game: A quick recap of what went down last season, what’s different from then to now Hype for the new transfers — Kim Min Jae, Laimer and Guerreiro Opinions on Laimer and his role under Tuchel Re-emphasis on Jamal Musiala’s qualities and how he has improved this season Mathys Tel’s future at this club looks pretty good! Marcel Sabitzer and an extended rant about his time here so far Disappointment with Sadio

In this episode of the flagship show of Bavarian Podcast Works, Tom and Schnitzel discuss: Not exhausting the Harry Kane rumors The proposed Pavard/Walker swap deal between Bayern and Manchester City How Bayern’s defense is shaping up overall for next season Will Noussair Mazraoui play over Pavard or Walker? Should Sadio Mane definitely leave for Saudi Arabia? What went wrong for Mane last season Tuchel’s prospects of being Bayern manager long term. How long will he last? Would Kane coming put more pressure on Tuchel? Bayern’s plethora wide attacking players Should Bayern keep or sell Serge Gnabry

Bayern Munich’s preparations for the new season are commencing as the team is regrouping to attack the 2023/24 season. As expected there is still a lot of uncertainty with the roster and so many stories that could impact how this team performs in the upcoming campiagn. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: It sure feels like Harry Kane is using Bayern Munich as leverage against Tottenham Hotspur. Get the latest news on Kane here! No one wants to leave Bayern Munich (well, except Ryan Gravenbech and Alexander Nubel), but it appears that Leon Goretzka, Sadio Mane, Mathys Tel, and Marcel Sabitzer have all caught the Bayern Munich bug. Is anyone worried about Manuel Neuer yet? Niklas Süle is reportedly “Hulking” up. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @Bavarian

While Bayern Munich is expected to have an impactful summer transfer window, this period feels like the calm before the storm. Konrad Laimer and Raphael Guerreiro are signed, sealed, and delivered, while Kim Min-jae is expected to follow suit quickly (potentially by the time you read this!). Otherwise, there is A LOT of rumbling, but not much action otherwise for the Bavarians. As it stands, this seems like a good time to take a step back and look at the big picture of what is going on — including the BPW staff earning another award (thanks to all of you!). Let’s get to it: Some thoughts on BPW nailing down another “Best Club Podcast” Award from World Soccer Talk. Where things stand on Bayern Munich’s pursuit of Harry Kane — and why there are reasons to feel both optimistic and pessimistic. Plus, the new pecking order of things should Kane opt to stay put in London. Addressing the bizar

In this episode of the Flagship edition of Bavarian Podcast Works, Schnitzel and Tom discuss: The realistic-ness of Harry Kane leaving Spurs for Bayern What a Kane transfer would mean for Bayern and the Bundesliga Kane alternatives for Bayern (Vlahovic, Osimhen, Kolo Muani) Should Bayern loan out Mathys Tel or keep him this summer? Is Bayern’s defensive shape now complete with Guerreiro + Min-jae in and Hernandez out? Could Bayern still add a #6 midfielder in Kalvin Phillips? The necessity for Tuchel to get the transfer decisions right in order to increase the longevity of his job security Alphonso Davies’ struggles and comments about a potential move away from Bayern Whether or not Konrad Laimer and purpose as a #6 in midfield or not

Bayern Munich seems to have its hands in just about everything right now when it comes to the summer transfer window. The Bavarians are expected to be contenders for multiple players on the market in what could prove to be a make or break transfer window for Thomas Tuchel — and the club itself. Let’s get to it! This is what we have on tap for this week’s episode: The breakdown on what is going on with Bayern Munich’s rumored pursuit of Harry Kane. Bayern Munich has been consistently linked to Federico Chiesa, but what would need to happen for a move to go through and be successful. Thomas Tuchel at odds with bosses over need for defensive midfielder? Bayern Munich bosses frustrated with Alphonso Davies? Bayern Munich’s center-back corps appears to be set. Is it good enough to win a Champions League title? An ode to cargo shorts. Yeah, I am declaring war on

Even without a current sporting director in the wake of Hasan Salihamidzic getting fired alongside Oliver Kahn, Bayern Munich has already made two summer signings in Konrad Laimer from RB Leipzig and Raphael Guerreiro from Borussia Dortmund. The latter was essentially completed during the winter time, but it’s now official and Thomas Tuchel still wants to bring in Kim Min-jae from SSC Napoli since Lucas Hernandez will be leaving for Paris Saint-Germain as well as a top-class striker. Plenty of names have been linked with Bayern as far as who their new striker could be including Harry Kane, Victor Osimhen, Randal Kolo Muani and Duscan Vlahovic, but the clock is ticking for Tuchel and Bayern. It will be a tough season if they once again don’t have a clear-cut, number 9 striker, and from the offset, Tuchel has identified this as a point of emphasis for this summer’s transfer window. By stark contrast, given the fact that Dec

It has been a wild week at BFW. Germany is floundering. Bayern Munich looks like it will struggle to get world class, impact players for the key positions that it needs. Most of us are perplexed at the thought of how any of this will work out, but hey, if talking about this helps us all sort through things, let’s get to it with the latest episode of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: Lamenting the state of the German national team, Hansi Flick’s failures, and what a starting XI might look like for the Euro 2024 — and why the best lineup probably won’t ever get featured. Checking in on Bayern Munich’s latest transfer rumors, including the club’s persistent approach to staying in the game for Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane.

When does Bayern Munich re-start again? That was...terrible.  Germany looked aimless and lacked energy and got the result that it deserved in a 2-0 loss to Colombia. The game looked like it mattered to the Colombians, while the Germans ambled around hoping that something good would happen (Hint: Nothing good happened). Let’s find out if you are as bitter as me! As Stringer Bell once told Brother Mouzone and Omar Little, let’s “get on with it”: A look at the starting lineup and a breakdown of the scoring. Where is the pride on this German team? Colombia was energetic, brash, and talking junk...and Germany withered under the stress of it all. Nothing is good...not the attack, nor the midfield, nor the defense. They are all terrible right now. Hansi Flick is assuredly in some danger. Where does it go from here? And why the players need to take some heat as well.

If the confidence of the Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund personnel in the Germany team wasn’t already low considering how the Bundesliga ended, Germany’s latest result did them no favors. In this podcast, Rayyan and Samrin discuss: The gap between Thilo Kehrer and Jonas Hofmann in the first half Rayyan’s deeper look at Germany’s setup today How Joshua Kimmich is impacted when Germany’s back three is narrow Whether Kimmich fits better in a back three or back four What Kimmich’s best position is for Germany Some headscratchers such as Kai Havertz up front Another headscratcher in Niklas Füllkrug’s exclusion from the start Some regrets from the World Cup, especially in line-up decisions Is Hansi Flick’s job safe? What does Thilo Kehrer add to this team? Are there any answers to Germany’s fullback problems? The confusion in m

The summer transfer window has not even opened yet, but things are wild at Bayern Munich. There is plenty to discuss, so let’s get right to it. This is what we have on tap for this episode: RIP to Bayern Munich’s hopes for Declan Rice and maybe Dušan Vlahović. Is Joshua Kimmich driving his teammates crazy with his on-field antics and backroom politics? Bayern Munich is losing Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard. Dayot Upamecano and Noussair Mazraoui are rumored to be unhappy. Even Alphonso Davies’ contract extension went from “sure thing” to “uh-oh.” What can the Bavarians do...let’s look at the options — and there are plenty of good ones at center-back (maybe even some who can unseat Upamecano or De Ligt).

Well, that was close. Germany narrowly avoid defeat to the mighty Ukraine despite playing at home and going up 1-0 early in the game. Hansi Flick tested out a back three and it reaped dividends, only not for the team that it was intended to. Germany seem like they have a million problems and a lot of them will be familiar to fans of Bayern Munich, but also brand new ones that are unique to the international setup. Here are our talking points from the game: The back three doesn’t work — please stop using it, Hansi. Did Joshua Kimmich use Lewandowski’s stutter-step penalty technique? The horrible state of the German fullback roster. Should Kimmich be sent back to the flanks? A concerning lack of chances created by the German attack. The missing factor is left as an exercise for the listener. Leon Goretzka is being unfairly maligned for his performance. Does Hansi Flick see Kai Havertz as an alternative to Ni

You want to talk Bayern Munich and Germany? We’ve got you covered. Bayern Munich is in the middle of about a million transfer rumors and is looking to add — at least — three key players this summer. Germany is in throws of trying to figure out who it is as a national team and is facing three opponents in friendlies over the next week. Indeed, there is much to yack about when it comes to some of your favorite topics. Here is what is on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works Flagship Show: A look at Germany’s squad for the slate of matches during this international session. Why Hansi Flick is towing a fine line between job security and getting sacked. What could go right for Germany. Why some German linchpins might be out of luck moving forward. How the summer transfer window could turn out disastrous for Bayern Munich. What if Bayern Munich doesn’t get any of the big

We are deep in the throws of silly season with Bayern Munich and it has been absolute craziness for days now. With some big name (and money!) players potentially coming in to Bayern Munich and some club staples potentially heading out, the team is in a state of flux. There is plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it: The transfer of West Ham’s Declan Rice to Bayern Munich is not looking good...what’s next? Who can Bayern Munich get if Arsenal FC makes its play for Rice? Thoughts on Bayern Munich’s plan to revamp its attack and why it has the futures for Sadio Mané, Leroy Sané, and Serge Gnabry on shaky ground. Why Raphael Guerreiro was a deft pickup. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s instability, how long it might take the new leadership to fix, and why patience will be vital for fans of the club.

What a long, strange trip it’s been. Bayern Munich somehow won its 11th consecutive Bundesliga championship as Borussia Dortmund suffered through a massive collapse — and somehow that was one of the least crazy stories of the week. Admittedly, Bayern Munich fans have had a lot to process with everything, so what better way to do it than with the Weekend Warm-up Podcast and at Bavarian Football Works. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this week’s episode: Some thoughts on the title win and the massive fallout that saw CEO Oliver Kahn and sporting director Hasan Salihamidžić get sacked. Who might be coming in: Juventus striker Dušan Vlahović and West Ham defensive midfielder Declan Rice. Who might be headed out: Benjamin Pavard, Lucas Hernandez, Leon Goretzka, and Alphonso Davies. Who is likely coming back (at least for a little while): Marcel Sabit

Bayern Munich’s season will come to a disappointing end one way or the others and there is a lot to examine. Needing a win over FC Köln, along with a loss or a draw from Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich is in danger of going trophyless for 2022/23. Let’s take a look at the hot topics for this edition of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: A look at the Lucas Hernandez situation and why Bayern Munich was right to be cautious with the Frenchman despite the potential for outside interest. Can Paris Saint-Germain get a deal done to bring Hernandez back to France? Can a deal for West Ham’s Declan Rice get done? The wild ride of Dušan Vlahović rumors from this week. Why fan frustration is probably at an all-time high for the last decade — and it does not totally have to do with potentially finishing behind Borussia Dortmund in the Bundesliga.

What a journey this season has been for Bayern Munich. Here we are, the final Preview Show of the season — and a match that means something, but could end up meaning nothing at all. Borussia Dortmund’s result against Mainz 05 will determine whether or not the Bavarians have any shot of being the league winner. That means that Bayern Munich has to play this match against FC Köln out in the event that BVB coughs up its two-point lead in the league and risk toying with playing youngsters or gambling that recently-injured players are fully healthy. This is what we have on tap for this final 2022/23 edition of the Preview Show: A look at where each team sits in the league table. Some thoughts on how it all got to this point, why change is imminent, and the overall disappointment that things worked out this way at Bayern Munich. An attempt to guess Thomas Tuchel’s lineup and why it could be the last

Well...it happened. At one point, Bayern Munich looked like a serious contender to capture a treble and now the Bavarians are hoping like hell that Borussia Dortmund will suffer through a horrendous collapse...just to win the league crown. After dropping a 3-1 decision to RB Leipzig, Bayern Munich is at risk of losing its first Bundesliga title in what seems like...forever. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: A look at the starting XI and some of the odd decisions that Thomas Tuchel made for his 4-2-3-1 alignment. A run through the box score, including a timeline of how things fell apart. Thoughts on why the team’s season went down the toilet and why most of it stems from the ill-fated decision to fire Julian Nagelsmann in March and replace him with Tuchel at a totally inopportune time. Talking through why everything was set up for the perfect storm of organizati

Another week, another set of Bayern Munich stories to discuss. The Bavarians stomped Schalke 04 last weekend and we saw some plans for the 2023/24 leaked out this week as well. Knowing all of that, there is plenty to discuss. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this edition of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: A look at the rumors regarding Joshua Kimmich’s rumored position change, his power at Bayern Munich, and the interesting timing of the transfer rumors linking him to Real Madrid, FC Barcelona, and Manchester City. What does this all mean for Leon Goretzka’s future with the club? Will Bayern Munich move on Ajax’s Edson Alvarez? What about Chelsea’s Mason Mount and Kai Havertz? Or maybe...West Ham’s Declan Rice? Finally, the latest on Bayern’s interest in Eintracht Frankfurt’s Randal Kolo Muani. Some thoughts on the title race and the imp

With Borussia Dortmund only one point behind Bayern Munich with two games left to play, RB Leipzig are the last team the Bavarians want to face. The Lawnball-based side have not been having a great season this year, but they will be looking for a win to secure Champions League qualification for next season. This is a game that could decide the title race. Here are our talking points ahead of the game: Who’s in and who’s out in the lineup? Thomas Muller should obviously start. A case for Leroy Sane on the right hand side, and Musiala on the left. Heresy for some: Maybe give Leon Goretzka a chance. Why does Joshua Kimmich get everything he wants? Why Dayot Upamecano will have a tough time getting his spot back. Thomas Tuchel could field a 4-1-4-1 again — is that a good idea? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Ge

So Bayern Munich finally had a good performance under Thomas Tuchel. Schalke have been undergoing a bit of a renaissance in recent weeks, but they were simply unable to compete with the dynamism and dominance shown by Bayern at both ends of the pitch on the day. Not a single bad performance in sight, making it a good Here are our talking points from the game: An interesting decision by Thomas Tuchel to opt for a 4-1-4-1 setup this week. Why Thomas Muller allows Bayern Munich to make efficient use of space and therefore more dynamic. Serge Gnabry is playing so well. Should Bayern Munich keep him this summer? Why Jamal Musiala is being wasted in the middle. Mathys Tel is the biggest wasted opportunity of the season. Why Noussair Mazraoui is THE guy at right-back for Bayern. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow

Bayern Munich had another eventful week off the field and that left us with a ton to talk about. There is drama with Thomas Müller, a massive transfer rumor involving a potential future captain, and some thoughts on why the effects of decisions made last spring are still being felt. Check out what we have on tap for this episode of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: More thoughts on the why Bayern Munich’s indecision and lack of commitment last spring in the Robert Lewandowski-Erling Haaland saga has put the team in such an awful place at the moment. Why Thomas Müller really might want to leave the club...and discussing the reasons he has to stay. Joshua Kimmich to Real Madrid? Let’s talks about how real that might be.

Bayern Munich will host Schalke 04 in the Bundesliga this weekend and look to secure three more valuable points that could go a long way in helping the Bavarians capture yet another league title. With just three games left in the Bundesliga schedule, they are all important, even if Bayern Munich should be able to smash this Schalke 04 side. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team resides in the Bundesliga table and a peek at their recent form. Schalke 04 is deprived of talent and is still in danger of being relegated...are they a threat to Bayern Munich? A look at some of the squad injuries and ideas on how Bayern Munich could line up for this game and the rationale behind some of our selections. A prediction on the match. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @B

Bayern Munich is winding down its 2022/23 season and is doing everything it possibly can to continue holding on to the league lead. Over the weekend, Bayern Munich was unconvincing in a 2-1 win over Werder Bremen and, well, we have a lot of thoughts on where the team is coming out of that. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: Thoughts on the Werder Bremen match including Thomas Tuchel’s selections, Jamal Musiala’s recent struggles, the solid showing for Ryan Gravenberch, and why certain players might be getting a longer look these days. The delicate balance of keeping the focus on winning the league title, while also setting the team up for next season. Thomas Müller’s situation and pondering if Tuchel is sending him a message about where he stands ahead of next season. Some takes on the recent transfer rumors involving Gravenberch, along with Bayern Munich’s links to both Rand

Things have been difficult for Bayern Munich lately; not even Thomas Tuchel (despite his questionable choices) can deny that. Today was yet another day of hard work, grind and careless errors but Bayern won and made it two consecutive wins — the opposition teams were rather poor in both the games but you can only play the fixtures the DFL sets in the order they set them. In this podcast, we look back on the game and discuss the following: The points tally for previous champions Why Serge Gnabry should not be sold Werder Bremen’s deficiencies that allowed Bayern to win this game Bayern’s good performers on the day Thomas Müller’s absence in the starting lineup A look around the Bundesliga and what took place this weekend Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks,

It has been another crazy week for Bayern Munich as rumors are flying everywhere and fans are generally focused on next season while the 2022/23 squad is embroiled in a title chase. These are clearly crazy times and that is exactly why Bavarian Podcast Works is here — to help sort through the mess like Luke Skywalker in that trash compactor during Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. Per the norm, there is a lot to talk about, so let’s get to it: The latest Sadio Mane drama. How Lionel Messi throwing a grenade into his relationship with Paris Saint-Germain could lead FC Barcelona’s Robert Lewandowski back to Bayern Munich. The official nail in the coffin on that Harry Kane rumor and why I’m starting to come around on Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic. A look at the “leaked” list of Bayern’s plans for each player during the off-season.

Sitting atop the Bundesliga table by the slimmest of margins over Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich will travel to Werder Bremen in a match that it absolutely needs. While much of the focus for fans has been on the changes that could occur on the roster and in the board room, there is still a league title to capture. For Bayern Munich, grabbing another three points this week could be vital to that pursuit. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team resides in the Bundesliga table and a peek at their recent form. Despite some quality names on the roster, Werder Bremen has not been able to put things together this season. Who you should know on Werder Bremen and why. Ideas on how Bayern Munich could line up for this match and the rationale behind some of our selections. A prediction on the match.

What happens when Bayern Munich is in the midst of a crazy period where the executives, the coaches, and the players are all under-performing and are event being referred to as “shambolic” by some pundits? Well, at Bavarian Podcast Works, we throw our normal Weekend Warm-up format out the window and go full roundtable. Instead of just hearing my voice, I teamed up with BFW superstar Ineednoname and former BFW staffer and current Daily Mail journo Jake Fenner to break down what’s went wrong, how things are going, and what things might look like moving forward. We cover it all, give our takes on why this has become a mess, and why no one — from the coach to the CEO to the starting No. 8 — is really safe these days. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more.

Just a couple of months ago, it appeared unlikely that Bayern Munich would still be playing meaningful games at this point of the season. Now, the team is fight for its Bundesliga life. Sitting in second place, the Bavarians will have to fend off a hapless Hertha Berlin side, in hopes of not totally burying itself in the league. Let’s take a look at wat we have on tap for this episode: A look at the Bundesliga standing and the recent form of both teams. A complete guess at what Thomas Tuchel might do with his lineup for this match. Some thoughts on how this is all unraveling and why it might not be easy to find a solution.

Well that’s it, Bayern Munich are cooked. The Bundesliga title is sliding out of reach, and honestly should’ve been well out of reach if any competent challenger existed in this league. What an absolute shambles. This isn’t time to mince words. The situation is really dire. Here are our talking points from the game: Despair. Sadness. Swearing. How Thomas Tuchel has completely abandoned the simplicity we saw versus Borussia Dortmund. Why can’t Bayern Munich score the second goal? The demise of the “can-opener”. How the Thomas Tuchel DNA is already becoming visible at Bayern, and it’s not good. Thomas Tuchel doesn’t seem to know the strengths of his squad. Another case of awful substitutions — why sub Thomas Muller and Joshua Kimmich? Calling on the board to resign on the back of this gamble, and many other mistakes. Isn’t the squad good enough to beat Mainz? How Thomas T

Bayern Munich’s season has been knocked upside down. The DFB-Pokal run is over, the Champions League hopes have been crushed, and now fan have been left to pick up all of the pieces, while hoping like hell that the squad can remain focused enough to capture the Bundesliga (which is no sure thing at this point): A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Mainz 05. The fallout from Bayern Munich’s elimination at the hands of Manchester City including the Oliver Kahn getting ousted rumors, Thomas Tuchel’s blame game, the team’s collapse since the hiring of Tuchel, and more! Transfer talk including Bayern Munich’s striker list — which has two less names these days, including Hasan Salihamidžić failing to take accountability for the lack of a Robert Lewandowski contingency plan.

Bayern Munich earned a 1-1 decision against Manchester City in the Champions League, but it was not enough to claw through to the next round. Manchester City won the tie 4-1 on aggregate and the Bavarians will now try to hold on to their slim lead in the Bundesliga to salvage the once-promising season. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI selections — what worked, what didn’t. A rundown of the scoring, the subs, and the many, many yellow cards. Erling Haaland is ruining Dayot Upamecano (who had another rough outing). When the changes go down Kingsley Coman needs to stay. He was menace. What this all means and why the board’s decision continues to be a complete disaster. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Fol

Schnitzel and Marcus find something to agree on: their current anger, confusion, and mistrust in the Bayern board. Major talking points: Preview of the Manchester City game in the Champions League. Everything is going wrong at Bayern Munich...is this the perfect time for a comeback worthy of the history books? The monster that is Erling Haaland. Jamal Musiala and his 2023 form - is Bayern’s brightest star being utilized wrong? Sadio Mane vs Leroy Sane debacle. How does the future look like for the Senegalese superstar in Munich? The inconsistency of Bayern’s wingers. Schnitzel states that West Brom should re-sign Serge Gnabry. Has anything improved with Tuchel? Or was the Nagelsmann sacking a colossal miscalculation from the board? Should the board be held accountable for Bayern’s Pokal and, most likely, Champions League elimination? Bayern Munich’s chances of winnin

When it rains, it pours...like cats and dogs for Bayern Munich. The Bavarians sputtered through a 1-1 draw with Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga in a match that was extremely frustrating — mostly because it was more of the same issues we have been accustomed to seeing of late. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Some thought on the starting XI and why players like Jamal Musiala and Alphonso Davies were left out of the lineup. Tuchel’s subs — why they partly worked and partly didn’t. Some lamentations on how this season slipped through Bayern Munich’s grasp, including thoughts on how big of a mistake the board made in forcing a coaching change when they did. Some doubts on whether or not everyone has moved on from “the slap.” Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and

Bayern Munich has a suddenly massive match against Hoffenheim this week, a coach still feeling his way out, a league title on the line, and a whole hell of a lot of transfer rumors going on. Yup, there is A LOT to talk about with Bayern Munich, so let’s dive right into it. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Hoffenheim, a predicted lineup, and a score line that will hopefully give fans some juice heading into the weekend. Please not that Sadio Mane was not suspended until after this podcast was recorded. Why this match will tell us a lot about Thomas Tuchel’s mindset as a manager, his player preferences, and where things might be going from here. A look at all of the strikers (and other attacking options) that Bayern Munich has been linked to. Chatting on next season’s logjam at goalkeeper. Be sure to stay tuned to Bav

Well that’s it then. Bayern Munich are out of the UEFA Champions League. Since winning the treble in 2020, the quarter finals seem like they’ve become an impassible wall that this squad cannot get past. Manchester City showed this group of players a different level of football as they overwhelmed possibly the most mediocre Bayern Munich team we’ve seen in years. The second leg is reduced to a formality now. Here are our talking points from the game: The horrible decision to bench Thomas Muller in a game this big. Dayot Upamecano’s huge mistake compared to the season he’s been having. The abject performance of the offense. Leroy Sane, Jamal Musiala, Serge Gnabry, Kingsley Coman — all not good enough. “Captain” Joshua Kimmich’s complete lack of leadership on the big stage. INNN’s conspiracy theory about Kimmich. How much blame does the board bear for this elimination? Shouldn’t this loss also co

Bayern Munich and SC Freiburg hooked up again, this time it was in the Bundesliga, but it sure looked and felt a lot like a rehash of what happened on Tuesday. SC Freiburg was extremely disciplined and Bayern Munich was very disjointed, which led to a shaky 1-0 victory for the Bavarians — thanks to a laser of a goal from Matthijs de Ligt. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A rundown of the scoresheet — Bayern Munich’s terrible finishing prevented this game from being a blowout on the scoreboard. A look at the lineup, what changed for Thomas Tuchel, and some thoughts on why he might have made the changes (Dayot Upamecano was suspended, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting was hurt, and some other benching that were probably deserved). Is Jamal Musiala getting Scottie Jetpacks’d? (Deep cut you might want to hear). De Ligt was the savior. The near brawl at the end whistle and where to go from here.

Bayern Munich met SC Freiburg in the DFB-Pokal in what will be the first of two matches between the clubs in a four day span. The Bavarians were stunned late in a 2-1 loss that was ultimately decided on a crazy turn of events that occurred after a yellow card to Sadio Mané, a handball on Jamal Musiala, a converted penalty kick by Lucas Höler, and a lot of crushed dreams for Bayern Munich fans. SC Freiburg was determined to not give up anything easy and Bayern Munich had its patience tested, but offered no solutions. This is what we have on tap for this show: A look at the scoring breakdown and why it was clear early on that Bayern Munich had its work cut out for it. Why this match was so frustrating and how it looked like a game we have seen a million times before with this team. Assessing Tuchel’s second game at the helm of Bayern Munich — what went wrong and why we should put the brakes on his coronation as King of Bavar

So the Thomas Tuchel era starts with a bang. Bayern Munich dispatched Borussia Dortmund with 70 minutes of ruthless efficiency combined with 20 minutes of complete incompetence. 4-2 flatters the opponent because it could’ve easily been 6-0 in the first half itself. Safe to say, it looks like Tuchel has hit the ground running. Here are our talking points from the game: Why did Thomas Tuchel return to the standard 4-2-3-1? A quick recap of how the game played out, and the poor play in the final 20 minutes. Why Thomas Muller looks soooooooo much better in the 4-2-3-1 system, especially compared to his role under Julian Nagelsmann. Subbing Thomas Muller remains a critical mistake no matter what your tactics are. The resurgence of Leroy Sane and how he came alive in the second half. The potential changes that could improve this lineup — mainly Jamal Musiala and Noussair Mazraoui. Be s

Bayern Munich had one hell of week since the last recording of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast. Immediately after I hit the road for Richmond last weekend, the world fell for Julian Nagelsmann. By the time I hit my destination, Nagelsmann has been fired, Tuchel was linked to the job, and chaos had ensured. It was completely wild and BFW was here for ALL of it. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: What we can take away from Germany’s performance during the international break. Ryan Gravenberch’s feud with Julian Nagelsmann and why he needs to grow up. Thoughts on the firing of Nagelsmann, the hiring of Thomas Tuchel, and why this is a so risky. What the sudden change might mean for the roster — especially during the summer transfer window. Some thoughts on the latest episode of The Mandalorian

Well, this is a hell of way for Thomas Tuchel to get his feet wet at Bayern Munich, huh? Tuchel will lead the Bavarians against his old club — Borussia Dortmund — in a match that will have massive implications in the Bundesliga title race. Yes, this edition of Der Klassiker will have a championship look and feel, plus a lot of uncertainty from a Bayern Munich standpoint. With BVB sitting atop the table, the Bavarians can ill-afford a loss. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team sits in the table and their recent form. Some thoughts about what kind of impact Tuchel can have in this match. A complete guess at how Tuchel will line up and who might start. A prediction on the match. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @The

Bayern Munich has entered unsteady ground with a coaching change so late in the season. Marcus and Samrin take up the coaching appointment and discuss many aspects of it as well as what the season might look like moving forward. What Marcus thinks of Julian Nagelsmann’s fashion sense! Did Nagelsmann have the right attitude throughout his time at Bayern? Did the team actually progress under Nagelsmann? What is the right way to run a club like Bayern Munich? How the sacking of Nagelsmann impacts the positions of Oliver Kahn and Hasan Salihamidzic Thoughts on the aftermath of the Bayer Leverkusen match Was the decision to fire Nagelsmann the correct one? What does success mean when it comes to comes to Thomas Tuchel? Is Tuchel the answer for Bayern? Does he have the nous to handle the personalities at Bayern, both in the dressing room and the on the pitch? How will T

So this came out of nowhere and we just HAD to react to it. Bayern Munich have decided to sack Julian Nagelsmann with immediate effect, and former Chelsea and BVB coach Thomas Tuchel is set to be named his successor. This is an insane set of developments, especially given the timing during an international break and with the game vs Borussia Dortmund coming right after. In this special edition reaction (or rant) episode, INNN and Schnitzel talk about the following: The strange timing of the decision. Arguing back and forth about Nagelsmann’s record and the decision to sack him. Can Thomas Tuchel get Bayern on track before facing BVB and Manchester City? What criteria does Tuchel need to fulfill to be a success at Bayern? What happens to the board if Tuchel can’t hack it? And arguments. Lots and lots of arguments. Especially about the DFB Pokal for some reason. Be sure to stay tuned to B

Bayern Munich might be on a break, but BFW has plenty of hot topics — and maybe some hot takes — to chatter about. Join us for this week’s Weekend Warm-up podcast, where we have a ton of good discussion points on the agenda, including: Why Bayern Munich should extend the contract of Benjamin Pavard, Germany’s squad selections and why this was a necessity for Hansi Flick. FC Barcelona might sell Robert Lewandowski...would you bring him back? The acquisition of Sadio Mané was heralded during the summer, but there were always some reasons to think it would not be a perfect fit. Has he been successful? Is it fair to assess him at this point? Would you make the move again? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more.

Bayern Munich has a lot of work to do in all competitions upon their return. While they remain in all competitions this season, there is plenty to do in each and every one of those contests. Thus, in this podcast we look at: The team selection by Julian Nagelsmann against Bayer Leverkusen Thoughts on the decisions made by the referee, Tobias Stieler How the lack of Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting impacts Bayern’s attack The substitutions made by Nagelsmann for this game — which ones worked and which didn’t Some positives for Leverkusen despite a rather poor performance by Moussa Diaby and the marking of Florian Wirtz Some thoughts on Hansi Flick’s squad selections A quick preview of the Manchester City tie A look at Bayern’s fixtures after the international break How Nagelsmann might be judged at the end of the season Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBl

Well...”We’ll do it live, (Bleep) it!” Bayern Munich will face Manchester City in the Champions League quarterfinals. What would be the great reward if Bayern Munich makes it through that gauntlet? A meeting with the winner of Real Madrid vs. Chelsea FC. Yikes. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this show — “A very special episode” of Bavarian Podcast Works dedicated to the UCL Draw: My initial reaction to the draw — no one can say Bayern Munich will not have earned it if they make it all the way through. Why this is a good matchup. Why this is a bad matchup. Bayern Munich will get a chance to exorcise the ghost of Pep Guardiola. Dealing with Erling Haaland will not be easy. A very, very early prediction on how this might play out. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi

Bayern Munich is set for a little down time as an international break looms, but there is a ton to talk about with the Bavarians. Why beat around the bush? Let’s take a look at what’s on tap for this week’s episode of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: Some programming notes. A preview Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen. Why this international break is needed for Bayern Munich (as long as the boys can avoid injuries). Erling Haaland’s monster performance in the Champions League and reminiscing about his meeting with Bayern Munich last spring. Joao Cancelo’s time at Bayern Munich could be short-lived. A quick look at Bayern Munich’s toughest potential matchups in the Champions League. Let’s do it live! F*ck it! Bayern Munich should absolutely play a back three moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this flagship episode of Bavarian Podcast Works, Schnitzel and Fergus discuss: Our thoughts on potential ties with AC Milan, Benfica or Chelsea Predictions of this week’s Champions League matchups Why Real Madrid and not Manchester City are Bayern’s toughest opponents Nagelsmann’s tactical flexibility and whether this is an advantage for Bayern Why Bayern should be favourites regardless of who the outcome of the Champions League Draw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here are the major talking points of the pod: The lineups of both teams heading into the game Nagelsmann’s tactical approach, Augsburg’s great start Bayern’s thorough domination and suffocation of Augsburg Pavard and Cancelo having excellent games Kimmich’s scanning and unparalleled passing A reinvigorated Sané Mané and his offside curse Squad’s incredible depth, the future looks great Nagelsmann’s tactical flexibility and the team’s transition Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a week for Bayern Munich, huh? The Bavarians took care of business domestically and in Europe and might have gotten over the hump from being a really good team to a great team in the process. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this week’s episode: A preview on Bayern Munich’s upcoming Bundesliga match vs. FC Augsburg and why avoiding a letdown is key. Some thoughts Bayern Munich’s massive win over Paris Saint-Germain and what that means moving forward, including the stellar defensive showing, the dominant midfield, and how the attack is finally settling in. All that said, where does this leave Sadio Mané, Leroy Sané, and Serge Gnabry? The latest details on the contract situations of Alphonso Davies, Lucas Hernandez, Sané, and Gnabry. Bayern Munich might have already made the decision to let Manchester City loanee Joao Cancelo leave at the end of his loan. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Fo

Bayern Munich overcame PSG in style (not without scares however). It is difficult to pick out one star performer because the display was so complete. In this podcast we look at: The pressing of the team as a whole The difference between each half A look at the performance of each individual Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting’s contrasting performance in each half What Julian Nagelsmann got right in this game The number of high-risk passes Bayern attempted What was special about this win Thoughts on Marco Veratti’s performance tonight and how he could have been the key tonight Thoughts on Yann Sommer’s performance and what he did well Thoughts on the Raumdeuter himself, Thomas Müller Thoughts on the substitutions Nagelsmann made Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices

Here are the major talking points of the podcast: Tom is ecstatic about the massive Liverpool win against United Bayern Munich's recent form Gravenberch's lack of minutes and rotation in the starting 11 Joao Cancelo or Josip Stanisic? Q$G's approach and Galtier's "style" Predicted lineups and formations Result predictions Ending on a positive note (once again!!!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here are the major talking points: The tactics of both sides as the game progressed Lineups and formations The solid defending, and de Ligt’s rise as Bayern’s defensive leader Davies and Josip Stanisic with a solid game Midfield not up to snuff, but not too shabby either M&M’s attacking prowess, and some mandatory Müller propaganda Why Kingsley Coman and Jamal Musiala should start over the other wingers Sané’s nonchalant attitude and why he makes my blood boil Why Serge Gnabry is the most inconsistent player in world football Should Bayern Munich ship these two out? A Q$G preview teaser Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich is at a key juncture of its season. With big matches just about every week, plus a roster that is likely to be tweaked this summer, there is nary a day that goes by without some sort of news breaking. This week, there was plenty to discuss and we had no shortage of topics. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: The news that Leroy Sané and Serge Gnabry could be on the way out at Bayern Munich. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting’s new deal and what it means moving forward. Bayern Munich’s new clubhouse punishment system. Some thoughts on the PSG tilt and why this is such a key moment for Julian Nagelsmann. A recap of the latest episode of The Last of Us. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the heels of its huge Bundesliga win over Union Berlin last weekend, Bayern Munich will square off with VfB Stuttgart on Saturday...just days before a massive meeting with Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. It would be easy for Bayern Munich to look right past this match, but Julian Nagelsmann will have to do everything he can to prevent that from happening. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team resides in the Bundesliga table and how they have done in recent games. A couple of VfB Stuttgart players to potentially keep an eye on. Trying to predict Julian Nagelsmann’s formation and starting XI when factoring in upcoming suspensions, rest days, continuity, etc. (It’s not easy!). A prediction on the match. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choi

After losing to Gladbach last weekend, Bayern Munich have dispatched fellow title challengers Union Berlin with a commanding 3-0 win on a snowy night in Munich. Despite the horrible conditions, Julian Nagelsmann’s men quickly took control of the game and managed to score all three goals on one of the best defensive teams in the Bundesliga before the halftime whistle. The second half was more muted, but Union could not strike back as Bayern managed a statement victory to go back to the top of the table. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss the following: An overall look at the lineup and formation. How Matthijs de Ligt has become a defensive rock for Bayern Munich. The quiet intelligence of Josip Stanisic and what he brings to the team. INNN vents his frustration about how Alphonso Davies is judged by Bayern fans. The incredible midfield pairing of Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka plus why it works. The definitive rant about Thomas Muller and what he brings to the team. A fin

If you want storylines, Bayern Munich has those in bunches. The club is embroiled in a crazy title race and also came out with some extremely strong public support for its manager to continue to be its leader for the foreseeable future. Those two topics generated a lot of buzz these week, plus we heard a couple of juicy transfer rumors, which always make for good conversation. Check out what we on tap for the Weekend Warm-up Podcast’s latest edition: The Julian Nagelsmann Era is in full force and won’t be be derailed. Neymar’s injury and the impact it will have on Paris Saint-Germain’s chances against Bayern Munich. A contract extension for Benjamin Pavard? Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, FC Barcelona all competing for Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz? Or will Bayern make a move for Napoli’s Victor Osimhen. Thoughts on the latest episode of The Last of Us. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on T

A title race in the Bundesliga? Yup, that is exactly what we have and when Bayern Munich and Union Berlin square off this weekend, two of the three league leaders will do battle in a match that will have major championship implications. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team is in the Bundesliga table and what their current run of form is. Examining the fighting spirit of Union Berlin and why the match up is not as absurd as it might appear to be on paper. A look at Bayern Munich’s potential starting XI and why Julian Nagelsmann is like to leave some fan favorites on the bench once again. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here are the major talking points of the podcast: Tom being tired (but not due to a Liverpool performance for once!) Upamecano's red card was wrongfully awarded; simulation from Plea? The Nagelsmann-referee room controversy A very tight Bundesliga race Leon Goretzka's recent slump and Gnabry's inconsistency The return of Sadio Mané and Noussair Mazraoui to the starting 11 Is Nagelsmann the right person to carry this team forward? Some much needed positivity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here are the major talking points from the podcast: Gladbach's impeccable record against Bayern Munich The form of both teams coming into this game (and why it doesn't matter) Tactics and lineups of both sides Why this loss isn't on Nagelsmann Upamecano's red card and the ramifications Lacklustre finishing and poor passing from the midfield Pavard a bright point, Gravenberch is very positive Gladbach games a lost cause before kickoff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich vs. Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League certainly lived up to its lofty billing, but the Bavarians cannot sit back and rest on their laurels. A bit banged up and maybe a little weary, Julian Nagelsmann will have some key decisions to make this weekend, but that is not nearly all there is to talk about this week. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A preview on Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain — and what might happen in the next match. Julian Nagelsmann seems to be debating on what system (back three vs. back four) works better for his squad. What is Thomas Müller’s role on this team? Should Bayern Munich ink Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting to an extension? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about y

So Bayern Munich went to France and got the win against Paris Saint-Germain, though it was “only” 1-0. In the Champions League a win is a win, though Julian Nagelsmann can’t exactly relax since the tie remains wide open for the second leg, likely with a fit Mbappe and a suspended Benjamin Pavard.  Here are our talking points from the game: How Christophe Galtier basically threw the game with a horrible 4-4-2 setup in the first half.  A recap of how the game went and the changes that happened when Kylian Mbappe came on.  The great performance by Kingsley Coman against his former club, compared to others like Musiala and Sane.  The strange role of Choupo-Moting in the absence of Thomas Muller.  Why this win just isn’t a satisfying performance.  Criticizing Nagelsmann’s overall approach to the game.  Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71,

Well here it is, not long now until Bayern Munich kick off against Paris Saint Germain at the Parc des Princes stadium. The UEFA Champions League is always the ultimate goal of any season, and after the disappointment versus Villarreal last year, Julian Nagelsmann is under pressure to deliver results at the top level of European football. Of course it’s not just about the coach, there’s also the lineup, referees, injuries, and powerplays between the bosses and the players to discuss. In this episode, INNN and Samrin talk about the following: A quick recap of the injuries at Paris Saint-Germain and whether Messi, Neymar, and Mbappe will all play. Moving onto the lineup discussion in-depth, starting from the back and the question of Joao Cancelo. Why Joshua Kimmich could be the key to Bayern’s first leg performance vs PSG. A quick aside to talk about the referee. Michael Oliver, why? The main lineup question — should Alphonso Davies or Kingsley Coman play on the left? Samrin and INN

Here are the talking points from the pod: Bayern Munich's lineup and tactical setup Bayern Munich's goals, and the thorough domination on display The attack missing too many chances Thomas Müller propaganda Solid midfield, excellent defense Why Benjamin Pavard might have a tough time against PSG De Ligt and Upamecano's rock solid outing PSG shade (as usual) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich seems to have gotten fully back on track and will now be ready to square up with Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. Of course, Bayern Munich will have to get by VfL Bochum in the Bundesliga before the mega match up, but there is plenty to talk about — even aside of the upcoming marquee tie. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: Captain-gate: Is Bayern Munich set to replace Manuel Neuer with Joshua Kimmich? Looking at the transfer news of the week, including the stories on Benjamin Pavard, Erling Haaland, Randal Kolo Muani, and...Harry Kane. An early look at some storylines for Bayern Munich vs. PSG. Some thought on episode three of “The Last of Us.” Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich is finally back and rolling, but can the league leaders stay hot? VfL Bochum will visit the Allianz Arena in an effort to throw a wrench into those plans, but even the most optimistic fan of Die Unabsteigbaren might take a look at this match up and wonder if there is anyway to stop Bayern Munich from running away with this game. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A gander at the Bundesliga table and where each team ranks. Some thoughts on how Bayern Munich might line up for this match and who the starters might be. Will we see a back three again? A prediction on the match. Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here are the major talking points of the podcast: Bayern's resilient victory Joao Cancelo's spectacular start Some 'Loserpool' banter What went right, and what went wrong for Bayern Defensive lapses and the curious case of Benjamin Pavard The Neuer situation (and Tapalovic's sacking) A call for a Lenovo sponsorship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since the last edition of the Weekend Warm-up, Bayern Munich had another draw (this time against Eintracht Frankfurt), closed out its winter transfer in a scintillating fashion, and picked up a convincing win in the DFB-Pokal over Mainz 05. In between all of that, there was a ton of news. In other words, there was a hell of a lot to talk about before we even get to all of the normal drama (questions about Alphonso Davies, different questions about Julian Nagelsmann, etc). So...let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this weekend’s episode: A preview of Bayern Munich vs. Wolfsburg, including Niko Kovac’s dig at his old club. Grading the winter transfer window. What has been up with Alphonso Davies? The world of Julian Nagelsmann, his interactions with the squad, his use of a back three, and more! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyada

They say a wounded animal is the most dangerous, and Bayern Munich proved that tonight. Coming into this must-win game vs Mainz in the notoriously tricky DFB Pokal, the team proceeded to vanquish the demons of recent games by producing a wonderful 4-0 win. Here are our talking points from the game: A review of the starting XI and the strange back three setup. Why left wingback might be a perfect position for Kingsley Coman. A quick recap of how the game went and how the setup performed. The intangible and tangible benefits of Thomas Muller + his partnership with Jamal Musiala. Another example of the second-half syndrome and another drop in intensity that went unpunished. The potential problems with the back-three setup and how Mainz adjusted to it. An overall review of Joao Cancelo and why he seemed perfectly in sync with the rest of the attack. How the benefits of this setup could be translated to a 4-2-3-1. Why Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting is good enough for Bayern’s goals this

Bayern Munich gave its fans a heck of a start to the work week, eh? Coming off of another draw over the weekend — this time against Eintracht Frankfurt — the club made a move for Manchester City’s Joao Cancelo to shake things up on the backline...but why? There could be a bunch of reasons and we explore them all! Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: Bayern Munich’s loan move for Cancelo, why it was done, who it affects, and why this could mean the end of the road for Benjamin Pavard. A look at Bayern Munich’s draw against Eintracht Frankfurt and why things should eventually settle into a comfort zone for the players. Will be it be in time for the squad to knock Paris Saint-Germain? We’ll see. A preview of Bayern Munich’s DFB-Pokal match against Mainz 05. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Lear

Something is not adding up at Bayern Munich these days. Three points from three games means Bayern’s challengers are all catching up and we have a Bundesliga title race on our hands! In this podcast, we look at the following: The starting lineups for both Bayern Munich and Eintracht Frankfurt Thoughts on Yann Sommer and how he has been doing A deep-ish dive into Bayern’s back-line including Josip Stanisic getting a start A look at how Thomas Müller’s inclusion changed up the game including Leroy Sane’s positioning Improvements in this game compared to the previous two games What might actually be the problem right now A look at how Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano performed Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich is scuffling...BFW’s podcast got whacked like Joe Pesci walking into that room in Goodfellas...and there is a ton of news going on. Plus, Bayern Munich has yet another game in a jammed in — this time against Eintracht Frankfurt. Yeah, there is A LOT going on, but we are covering it all here! Preview? Yes. Riffing on the news? No doubt. Some entertainment talk? For sure. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A preview for Bayern Munich vs. Eintracht Frankfurt. There seems to be a changing of opinion on Leon Goretzka — and is Ryan Gravenberch going to take over Goretzka’s starting role? FC Barcelona tried to hijack Bayern Munich’s deal for Konrad Laimer and the word that Marcel Sabitzer might want to stay. Chelsea FC’s Kai Havertz and Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane are probably off the table for Bayern Munich. Bayern Munich’s plan for the attack and why it is a mess. Some thoughts on the latest episode of The Last of Us — and some news on the future of Cobra K

Bayern Munich kicked off its second match in five days and it did so (surprisingly) with the exact same lineup that Julian Nagelsmann rolled out against RB Leipzig last Friday. Maybe surprising, maybe not, the starting XI was not all that effective the second time around as the squad’s battled to a 1-1 draw. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A quick look at the lineup and its lack of effectiveness. Joshua Kimmich’s blast saves Bayern Munich from dropping points, but it is also clear Bayern Munich still needs Thomas Müller. Why there is no reason to worry, but also why fans should be at least a little bit frustrated at the lack of cohesion on the squad. Some thoughts on where Bayern Munich is as a squad right now and where the team could be heading. Listen below or at Spotify: Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks

Bayern Munich kicked off its Bundesliga re-start with a not-so-promising, but also no-so-concerning draw with RB Leipzig, which left a ton to talk about. When you look at that, the quick turnaround for a match against FC Köln, the crazy news that this podcast has been wacked by SBN/Vox, the Yann Sommer acquisition, more rumors on Harry Kane and Kai Havertz, there is a TON to talk about. So join me for this podcast journey, we are going to hit on a number of topics — because, damn it, that is exactly what we do here: A quick look at the draw with RB Leipzig. A preview of the FC Köln match. Looking at the latest rumors on Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane and Chelsea FC’s Kai Havertz. The future of Bavarian Football Works and Bavarian Podcast Works. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices.

Bayern Munich doesn’t really have that many average days. Today, against RB Leipzig, was one of them. Considering how long the Bundesliga has been away for, the performance can be forgiven. However, things need to improve fast as games will be coming thick and fast for Bayern. We talk about the following in this podcast: The lineup selected by Julian Nagelsmann Yann Sommer’s debut and his long range distribution The strengths and weaknesses in RB Leipzig’s lineup Joshua Kimmich’s underwhelming performance Some games which are coming up Dayot Upamecano’s “orange” card The difference between having Benjamin Pavard and having Noussair Mazraoui in the lineup A look at each player’s performance on the Bayern side Nagelsmann’s substitutions Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more

What a week for Bayern Munich! Yann Sommer officially transferred in, Konrad Laimer unofficially inks his deal (allegedly), and there is wall-to-wall excitement for the squad’s re-start in the Bundesliga. Needless to say, we have A LOT on our minds about the biggest news pieces of the week. This is what we have on tap for this week’s episode: Reacting to the Yann Sommer signing and the weird quirk of this deal that will be odd to watch play out. Konrad Laimer’s signing isn’t official, but it’s done. New rumors on Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane and why it will be easier for Bayern Munich to get him rather than other Premier League squads. Should Bayern Munich fans get excited for Arijon Ibrahimović? Assessing the Bundesliga title race. Some brief thoughts on the series premiere of The Last of Us. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @

Finally. Bayern Munich will spring back to Bundesliga action this week and BFW is here to get you primed and ready as the Bavarians will be squaring off with a very tough RB Leipzig squad. With no Manuel Neuer, Lucas Hernandez, Noussair Mazroaui, or Sadio Mané, it is clear that Die Roten is not exactly operating at full capacity. Is Bayern Munich ripe for the picking? RB Leipzig will surely want to find out. Check out what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team resides in the table. Some talk about the form of each club before the extended World Cup break. Why Bayern Munich could be in a little bit of danger. A guess at Julian Nagelsmann’s lineup. A prediction on the match. Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.

With only one week left to go before the Bundesliga restarts, Bayern Munich still don’t have a new keeper. The test game vs RB Salzburg ended in a 4-4 draw with the youngsters scoring upstaging the senior players by a wide margin. Fans and Julian Nagelsmann are worried about how the transfer window is shaping up, but there are also questions about the starting XI and tactics. In this episode, INNN and Schnitzel talk about the following: Our impressions from the friendly. Comments on Mathys Tel and Arijon Ibrahimovic, the two outstanding talents. Crediting Hasan Salihamidzic for how Bayern’s youth system is functioning at the moment. Why Bayern’s youth setup looks far better than Borussia Dortmund right now. Which youth players deserve a callup to the first team? INNN brings up the elephant in the room — Thomas Muller is being misused AGAIN. A back-and-forth over Thomas Muller’s future role in the team, rotation, and lineups against PSG in the Champions League. How Thomas Muller

Bayern Munich is nearing its return to real action (non-friendlies) and there is plenty to yack about after the team broke its training camp in Doha. With a tough test against RB Leipzig waiting next week, Bayern Munich had some things to work out at training camp and it seems like the team is settling into form. All of that combined with the general craziness surrounding the club leaves for a lot to be discussed. Let’s take a look at what’s on tap for this week’s episode: A look at the takeaways from Bayern Munich’s training camp in Doha, including the winners and losers. Thomas Müller’s role on the squad moving forward...does he have one? A loan for Lovro Zvonarek during the summer transfer window? An update on Bayern Munich’s goalkeeper situation, including some doubt on whether or not Manuel Neuer can return to his top form. Getting excited for the second half of the season. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich

In this episode, Tom and Schnitzel discuss: Thoughts on the Daley Blind signing The added, and needed depth in Bayern’s defense The rotations Nagelsmann will have to make during the ruckrunde Realistic expectations of Blind; how much and where he’ll mostly deputize Bayern’s crowded midfield and attack If we think Bayern will definitely sign Yann Sommer from Borussia Monchengladbach Bayern’s ability to announce transfers out of thin air Neuer’s choices of what to do while on holiday DAD JOKES GALORE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another week and Bayern Munich provided its fanbase with another shocker or two. As always, there is plenty to talk about when it comes to Bayern Munich — and we start this episode by rapping about the surprise pickup of Daley Blind and what appears to be a nearly done deal for Yann Sommer. Here is the full rundown for what we have on tap: What Daley Blind will bring to Bayern Munich — and what it means for other players on the roster. The latest on where things stand with Bayern Munich’s pursuit of Yann Sommer. The Harry Kane pipedream appears to be dead, so is Randal Kolo Muani a viable option to be Bayern Munich’s striker of the future? Was Leon Goretzka using the World Cup platform to grandstand? Julian Nagelsmann had some interesting thoughts on coaching Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about yo

So 2022 is over and it’s time for a retrospective. Bayern Munich had a very mediocre 2022 which saw a dearth of success domestically and internationally. While the club won a 10th consecutive Bundesliga title, an early exit in the Champions League and poor showing by Bayern players at the World Cup mean that 2022 leaves a very bad taste in the mouth. However, if thing go right, 2023 could be a LOT better.  In this episode, Tom and INNN talk about the following: Recapping how 2022 went for Bayern Munich, especially the many (many) lows.  How injuries, illness, and outgoing transfers hurt Bayern last year.  How, paradoxically, Bayern’s upcoming Champions League opponents (PSG) ended up having a great 2022.  Was 2022 worse than 2012? No, but it still feels bad.  Moving onto 2023 — do we feel optimistic about what’s coming?  Here it starts. A looooooooooong list of reasons why Bayern will have a much better 2023 compared to 2022. If you listened to the whole thing, then can you name

It has been a wild holiday week at BFW. There is a ton of Bayern Munich news going on and we have just the platform for you to talk about it all. One way to get your thoughts in motion is to give our Weekend Warm-up Podcast a listen. On this episode we discuss the following topics: Alexander Nübel’s hardline decision to spurn an offer to return form his loan at AS Monaco to Bayern Munich. Bayern Munich’s eagerness to lock up Lucas Hernandez, Alphonso Davies, and Jamal Musiala to long-term deals. Bayern Munich’s ongoing interest in Bayer Leverkusen ace Florian Wirtz and what it might eventually mean for the future of the roster. Is Leroy Sané pondering a move away from Bayern Munich? If so, do you believe that Real Madrid rumor? Matthijs de Ligt needs to be better in the second half of the season and why Bayern Munich’s season might depend on it. Some brief thoughts on Andor. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and

Merry Christmas, folks! Here are the major talking points in the podcast: Christmas greetings Neuer’s replacement and potential goalkeeper replacement options Why Alexander Nübel deserves his shot Bayern Munich’s youngsters, with a focus on Mathys Tel How these youngins are unfazed by the spotlight and performing admirably Some speculation about the formations Nagelsmann could potentially employ in the Rückrunde Contract extensions on the horizon Benjamin Pavard on the move? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ah, the holidays — a time to appreciate everything that has happened over the course of a particular year. We will do a little bit of that a whole lot of Bayern Munich talk on this episode, so why not get right to it. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: The latest on Bayern Munich’s goalkeeper situation. Who will replace Manuel Neuer...Alexander Nübel? Sven Ulreich? Yann Sommer? The Bavarians are trying to get this all resolved quickly. Joshua Kimmich’s likely move to being captain and that story about his altercation at the World Cup in Qatar. The rise of Arijon Ibrahimović and the potential loan of Paul Wanner. The latest on Bayern Munich’s striker search. What Bayern Munich should ask Santa Claus for? A thank you to the Bavarian Podcast Works listeners. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more

No Bayern Munich players walked out of Qatar with championship medal, but that does not mean the World Cup was uneventful or not worthwhile. The tournament was a fun, rollicking, and sometimes unpredictable affair that ultimately saw Lionel Messi finalize his case to be known as the G.O.A.T., France make an unbelievable comeback in the finale led by its own superstar, Kylian Mbappe, and most pertinent here, Germany flail and fail its way home far earlier than it should have. We dusted off former BFW podcaster/writer and current Daily Mail scribe Jake Fenner for a special edition to talk about the tourney’s big happenings. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at the fantastic finale — and why Argentina deserved to win. Lionel Messi’s strong claim to being the best ever. Kylian Mbappe’s growth as a leader. Germany’s massive flame out, where things go from here, and why some fans might have missed Timo Werner. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all o

What. A. Game. Was that the best game of football ever? Maybe. The 2022 FIFA World Cup comes to a close with an incredible 3-3 draw between France and Argentina in the final. For once, a Bayern Munich player will not be coming home with the trophy as Messi and his Argentina side triumphed on penalties to win a well-earned world champion title. In this episode, Schnitzel and INNN talk about the following: What this World Cup final means for the two of us in India. Adding some cultural context for those who may not know. Our quick impressions about the final. Is Lionel Messi the greatest ever? Kylian Mbappe — what a player. The one player who always lives up to the hype. The incredible talent and quality of the French national team. Should Benjamin Pavard have played instead of Jules Kounde? The strange egotism of Pavard these days. The incredible performance of Dayot Upamecano — our only hope vs PSG. The implications of this final on Bayern’s upcoming Champions League clash vs PS

Bayern Munich’s season is unraveling. Germany got booted early from the World Cup. Argentina and France are set to duke it out in the World Cup finale. Things have clearly not been coming up BFW lately, but here we are — still grinding away. With so much going on, you know there is a ton to talk about, so let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this week’s episode: Germany’s task force/advisory council and what impact can they really make? The crazy transfer rumors we heard this week: Konrad Laimer’s potential positions? Marcel Sabitzer out? Marcus Rashford over Harry Kane? A look at Manuel Neuer’s injury, what it means for Bayern Munich, and why replacing him has become such a debacle. Alexander Nübel, Dominik Livaković, Yann Sommer, and Keylor Navas all have been mentioned as solutions. Babbling about the backline: Injury clauses in a contract proposal to Lucas Hernandez? Benjamin Pavard is definitely out, but the coaches want to keep him, and MORE! Why the second half

It’s the holiday season, and scheduling logistics at BFW and BPW become a nightmare with how spread over the globe all of our podcast contributors are, and that added to the delay this time around for the Flagship show. Nonetheless, we’re thankful for all of you that sent us in questions on Twitter via the #AskBPW hashtag, as it provided more than enough material to be covered in this week’s episode. In this episode of the flagship show, Tom answered questions from Twitter and discussed; Is it time for someone to replace Neuer as the #1 keeper for Germany What will Neuer’s leg break mean for Bayern’s goalkeeping situation The future state of Bayern’s back line Whether or not Hansi Flick should utilize some more younger players for Germany Whether or not the short World Cup prep affected Germany/teams that went far in Qatar The importance of Germany getting and finding more natural strikers How academies can help produce more strikers and center backs Be sure to stay tuned to Ba

I am BACK! After a one-week hiatus (thanks to Schnitzel for running with a combination Weekend Warm-up Podcast/Postgame Show last week), I am here to talk all things Bayern Munich and Germany...and boy is there a lot to talk about. With all of that said, let’s get down to it. Here is what we have on tap for this week’s loaded episode of the Weekend Warm-up: The aftermath of Germany’s flameout, who’s to blame, why the team failed, where to go from here. Other World Cup musings including Brazil’s incredible play, Spain’s failure, the rise to fame for Josko Gvardiol and Dayot Upamecano, and more. Bayern Munich’s rumored positional battles and what that means. The ridiculous Kingsley Coman for Christian Pulisic swap rumor. Bayern Munich’s decision to pass on Joao Felix. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more a

Well Germany are out of the World Cup, and as a Bayern Munich fan it feels miserable to see how devastated everyone looks because of it. This elimination hits much harder after the disaster in 2018, and it could have serious implications for the club season coming up, especially in the Champions League. In this episode, Fergus and INNN talk about the following: How much blame does Hansi Flick deserve for the elimination? Fergus and INNN argue two different positions. What effect did personnel issues — especially in defense — have on Germany’s performance? How Flick misused his Bayern Munich core this tournament, especially Thomas Muller. Addressing the role of the DFB in this debacle. Should Hansi Flick be the coach for Euro 2024? Did Germany have a mentality problem at World Cup 2022? Did Spain knock Germany out on purpose by losing to Japan? Moving onto another topic — can any Bayern Munich player still win the World Cup? Assessing France, Croatia, Morocco, and the Netherland

Here’s what we have in store in this special edition podcast: Germany’s shortcomings, and the disappointing exit Spain looking quite toothless for large stretches Hansi Flick’s baffling decisions and stubborn approach Complacency being a key issue of this German NT squad Why Japan is a great team to root for in this tournament Hustle as a Netflix movie recommendation Some classical music talk: Mozart, Chopin, Tchaikovsky, et al. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another game on the books and Germany are still alive in the World Cup. In some ways, a draw versus an in-form Spain team looks good on paper, but Hansi Flick needed so much more. Germany were far from convincing for most of the game, but some game-changing subs including the addition of Leroy Sane and Niclas Fullkrug in the second half allowed them to rescue a point. The performance leaves a lot to be desired. In this episode, Chuck and INNN talk about the following: Why did Hansi Flick field another strikerless lineup versus Spain? The problem with the role Thomas Muller was forced to play, illustrated by the players around him. No gegenpressing again — why? The strategic failure of the lineup. How and why the substitutes changed the game for Germany. The sheer impact of Fullkrug. Pointing out the terrible performances of the fullbacks, Thilo Kehrer and David Raum. Who should start against Costa Rica? What changes should Hansi make? Should Serge Gnabry or Thomas Muller start t

Bayern Munich’s luck has been pretty terrible at the World Cup. For Germany, is has not been much better, either. For both club and country, Citizen King’s 1999 tune “Better Days” absolutely rings true (and yup, there may have been ample Thanksgiving beers consumed for me to remember that song). Bayern Munich and Germany could use some new juju to change up the way things have been going and we’ll see if we can find some reason to get the optimism rolling. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at what we can expect from a young and hungry Spain team against an inefficient and unsure Germany squad. Bayern’s rumored offer to Gladbach’s Marcus Thuram. Could Bayern Munich really expedite its pursuit of Florian Wirtz? What Bayern Munich’s backline will look like without Lucas Hernandez. Some final thoughts on the series finale of The Walking Dead. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us

Well here we go again. Another World Cup, and the same story for the German national team. Even with Hansi Flick and a whole host of Bayern Munich players on the roster, Germany have succumbed to Japan even after a fortuitous penalty gave them the lead in the first half. Now it looks like this tournament might be another write-off for the Germans. Here are our talking points from the game: This loss is on Hansi Flick. Discussing the baffling lineup selection from the coach. Why didn’t Leon Goretzka start? Where was Sulinho? What happened to Musiala? The problem of players underperforming. The issues with the offense and creativity versus Japan. Did losing Leroy Sane sink Germany? What should Hansi Flick change versus Spain? Is Flick no longer the savior for Germany? Our closing thoughts on a final few topics — the new defense, Joshua Kimmich at right-back, Thomas Muller goals, and possible silver linings. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to da

Well the FIFA World Cup is underway and a bunch of our Bayern Munich boys are set to kick off against Japan in the inaugural game of Group E. Germany have a solid team and a coach with the credentials to win it all, but that doesn’t mean that everything looks good. Problems with the attack, lineup selection headaches, defensive issues, and potential injuries all threaten to derail this German campaign before it even begins. Can Hansi Flick beat the odds and come out on top? In this episode, we talk about the following: Why Germany might be in trouble this World Cup. Hansi Flick’s lack of room to experiment. Why the “Bayern Munich formula” might not be enough. A take on Manuel Neuer’s decision to wear the One Love armband in Qatar (be nice!). Finishing off on a classic INNN monologue about Thomas Muller and his World Cup scoring record. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFB

Bayern Munich is on break, but its 17 players who were called to their international teams for the World Cup certainly are not. What does that mean? There is still plenty to talk about, so let’s get right to it and see what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Germany’s unconvincing performance against Oman why it isn’t time to panic yet, and how this can all round into form pretty quickly. A run through each World Cup group with predictions on who will survive and advance. Is Paul Wanner Bayern Munich’s Anakin Skywalker? Why the end is near for Benjamin Pavard at Bayern Munich. A quick look back at what to think about Bayern Munich’s first half of the season. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany barely got by Oman with a 1-0 victory in a match that likely will not inspire a lot of hope from fans. That said, former Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick did not exactly go out of his way to detail many secrets about what his squad will really look like when they finally take the pitch against Japan during the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. While there was certainly a lot of ranting that could be done, there is no reason to unravel (yet!), so we kept the negativity to a minimum. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A rundown of the subs and scoring. A look at the choppiness of the offense and the shakiness of the defense. Why we probably had too high of expectations for this match. A look at where we go from here. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices

With the Hinrunde over, the conversation finally shifts from Bayern Munich to the German National Team. World Cup 2022 is almost upon us, and Hansi Flick has announced the squad that he will be taking to Qatar. Despite including the likes of Karim Adeyemi, Kai Havertz, Thilo Kehrer, and other ... questionable names in the roster, Hansi Flick shocked the football community by snubbing the likes of Mats Hummels and Robin Gosens, and choosing only three midfielders for the roster. What kind of starting XI does that make? In this episode, INNN and Tom discuss: Why the fullback issue could sink Germany in the World Cup this year. Is Niklas Sule Germany’s best option at right-back? How Hansi Flick’s squad selection limits his options in midfield. Does Thomas Muller make the lineup in its current form? Who do you drop for him? What should the attack look like? Should Flick use a striker or go with a Bayern Munich style strikerless system? Why Hansi Flick may choose to bench Leroy Sane o

Well that’s it. Bayern Munich have closed out 2022 with a 2-0 win over Schalke, a scoreline that is a lot less dramatic than what you’d expect when looking at the lineups of the respective sides. Julian Nagelsmann will be pleased with his team, as they controlled proceedings and never looked in danger throughout the entire 90 minutes. Now he sends his players to the World Cup in great form and a solid win behind them. Here are our talking points from the game: Why the World Cup is the best chance for Jamal Musiala to get the recognition he deserves. How Serge Gnabry’s good form is reflected in his overall game right now. Why the formation change introduced an imbalance in the system, which was only fixed when Joshua Kimmich moved back into midfield. Rant — why Thomas Muller still walks back into this lineup. Appreciating the great attacking brand of football Nagelsmann has the team playing. Once again criticizing Julian Nagelsmann for how he uses youngsters like Ryan Gravenberch

Former Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick named his squad for the World Cup in Qatar and boy did it get people reacting. There were some obvious choices, some surprises, and some head scratchers, but that is exactly why we are here — let’s react and hash out where we thought Flick got it right and where he might have gotten it wrong. Here is what we have on tap: An overview of the position groups and who the starters might be. Where the Bayern Munich boys fits into the mix. What some options are for Flick to look at in his attack. Why Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka should get the call as starters. Why it appears that Flick valued versatility? The surprising return of Mario Götze and the stunning — and possibly regrettable — omission of Mats Hummels. Also, we talk about Bayern Munich’s recent form, the impressive run the team is one, why it might take some time to get back to that level after the World Cup, and MORE! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your

Bayern Munich’s star is on the rise as the Bundesliga draws to a conclusion. Meanwhile, Schalke 04 might also be improving after what has been a torrid season to date. In this podcast, we cover the following: Bayern’s recent run of form and of course, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting’s contribution to it What some of the most surprising elements of Bayern’s run has been How Schalke has fared this season and whether they should have more points How this game might play out A quick word on Sadio Mané’s injury How the environment at Bayern Munich feels currently What Schalke’s expectations for this season might be A possible starting lineup for Bayern Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich absolutely smacked Werder Bremen in a Tuesday delight and while it was not quite the 69-0 score that yours truly predicted, it was a 6-1 beatdown nonetheless. Let’s take a peek at what is on tap for this episode: A rundown of the lineup and scoring. No sign of fatigue from Bayern Munich. The relentless and fun attacking style that Bayern Munich used against Werder Bremen. Serge Gnabry’s incredible game. Despite some early lapses on defense, it was a good showing from a makeshift group. Why Julian Nagelsmann should start letting whoever earns the penalty, take the penalty. An assessment of whether or not Bayern Munich can ramp it up one more time for Schalke 04 on Saturday. Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a

So the Champions league draw is over, which is the reason why we delayed recording this podcast until Monday so we could talk about who Bayern Munich will play in the Round of 16. It turned out to be Paris Saint-German, a team we’ve faced a number of times in the last few years. Boasting an attack with the likes of Leo Messi, Neymar, and Mbappe, the Parisians have a formidable XI that can beat any team on their day. Meanwhile there is also the game against Werder Bremen on Tuesday, which is worth discussing because we need to talk about how Julian Nagelsmann will fare with the World Cup looming. So lots to talk about in a quick pod. In this episode, INNN and Schnitzel discuss: How we feel about drawing PSG yet again. How the World Cup could affect the tie — in terms of both fatigue and mentality. Is this the must-watch game of the Round of 16? Will former Bayern youngster Renato Sanches play in the tie? PSG’s attack vs Bayern’s defense — how they stack up. The playbook to stop Le

Here are the major talking points from the podcast: Davies’ injury, and what it means for Bayern and Canada Julian Nagelsmann’s setup and Bayern Munich’s outstanding first 45 minutes The lineups of both teams, and the passage of play Why Choupo Moting might even get some Ballon D’Or shouts Joshua Kimmich’s elevated game, and why he’s the best DM in world football Bayern’s defense with a stunning effort; Upamecano spectacular Lucas Hernandez and Leroy Sané impressing as substitutes Why Mazraoui is a right-hand side Davies Jamal Musiala simply unstoppable Picturing Germany’s world cup attack and midfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich finished off a dominant Champions League run, Germany got some unexpected injury news, and Benjamin Pavard’s tenure at Bayern Munich could be coming to an end — right as he is hitting his peak as a player. As always, there is a TON to talk about, so this is what we have on tap for this episode: Bayern Munich’s incredible Champions League run. A quick look at Bayern Munich’s possible Champions League draw — and a look at what kind of coverage is in store on BFW. Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting to....Manchester United? Benjamin Pavard is hitting his prime...and now he’s like leaving Bayern Munich. Timo Werner’s injury for Germany, what that means for Hansi Flick’s roster, and is Toni Kroos coming back? My TV watching has suffered as the Phillies have went on this incredible run. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, an

After finally taking care of business in the Champions League, Bayern Munich are set to return to Bundesliga action against one of the league’s worst teams. Hertha Berlin have only won two games this season and sit near the bottom of the table, which tells you the state of the bottom of the Bundesliga this season (and every season, frankly). With an English week coming up, rotation will be on Julian Nagelsmann’s mind, but so will the impending start of the World Cup. Here are our talking points before the game: Can Mathys Tel please get a start? He needs it. How the World Cup affects Julian Nagelsmann’s selection — both in terms of rotation/injuries and keeping players happy. Why Joshua Kimmich is never going to be rested and Bayern fans need to make their peace with it. Worries about Alphonso Davies and his lack of rest. A rant about the incredible mental fortitude of Manuel Neuer on the eve of his potential return. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your

So once again, Bayern Munich have played a perfect Champions League group stage campaign, winning 6/6 games and collecting all eighteen available points. This extraordinary feat was accomplished in a group many predicted would be the competition’s “Group of Death” with the likes of Inter Milan, FC Barcelona, and, well ... Viktoria Plzen among the participants. Bayern put all doubts to bed by coasting to a simple win over the group runners-up in the final game of the group stage. Here are our talking points from the game: How resting Alphonso Davies forced Julian Nagelsmann in his rotation elsewhere. An overall assessment of Inter Milan based on what we’ve seen in this group. Can they compete in the Champions League knockouts? A quick look at the players who stood out — Choupo-Moting, Noussair Mazraoui, and Sadio Mane. How Julian Nagelsmann’s Bayern shows the ability to finally control games even after making substitutions. Ryan Gravenberch’s move to attacking midfield and whether

As the World Cup gets closer, Bayern Munich are starting to suffer from more and more minor injuries in every game. In the most recent win over Mainz, Matthijs de Ligt had to be subbed off as a precaution due to a presumed muscular issue. With complaints about rotation commonly levied at Julian Nagelsmann throughout the season, it seems like the upcoming Champions League game vs Inter Milan may end up becoming the moment of truth for the coach and his rotation policy. In this episode, INNN and Tom discuss: Has Nagelsmann been rotating enough so far this season? Why the coach seems to be more static with the personnel he trusts to start. Friction with Ryan Gravenberch and Benjamin Pavard and future dressing room issues. Why the upcoming World Cup makes player injuries more difficult to manage. A looming issue with Manuel Neuer and his shoulder. Why Thomas Muller has been getting injured more often this season. Moving onto the Inter Milan game — what does the match mean for Inter

Well, that was quite something. Bayern Munich blew past Mainz in a spectacular 6-2 win that say the Bavarians barely break a sweat throughout the full 90. While two goals were conceded and Bo Svensson’s men can comfort themselves with a high xG number, the fact is that Julian Nagelsmann coached this game almost to perfection and Bayern look as good as ever, despite injuries to key players. Here are our talking points from the game: How Julian Nagelsmann’s midfield setup makes perfect sense for the team’s buildup and defense. Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano defending in concert. Noussair Mazraoui blossoming into a great inverted fullback. The problem with refereeing in the Bundesliga nowadays. How defensive injuries could derail Bayern Munich this season. Why Nagelsmann needs to give Mathys Tel and Ryan Gravenberch more minutes. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWo

Bayern Munich had another strong week in dispatching both Hoffenheim and FC Barcelona (LOL) and the squad looks — dare I say — very good. Julian Nagelsmann is pushing all of the right buttons and the boys are responding, so there is plenty to talk about with that subject alone...but we’ve got even more! This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Bayern Munich’s ever-improving form. The emergence of Matthijs de Ligt as a force to be reckoned with on the backline. Why the move back to a 4-2-3-1 seems inevitable. Does Robert Lewandowski regret his move to FC Barcelona? İlkay Gündoğan to Bayern Munich? Nah...that can’t be happening can it? A look at the House of the Dragon season finale and why reading the books might have made it painful for some. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about you

After Bayern Munich bounced FC Barcelona 3-0 in the Champions League, the boys from Bavaria will now move on to face off with Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga. Our guy Marcus Iredahl took the mic for this episode and this is what he has on tap: A look the recent form of Bayern Munich and Mainz 05. Some players to watch on Mainz and why the Carnival Club could create some issues for Bayern Munich. A look at a potential lineup for Bayern Munich. A prediction on the match. A prediction that Jamal Musiala will officially usurp Thomas Müller’s role as Bayern Munich’s starting No. 10. Some thoughts on how the World Cup might affect Bayern Munich. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So Bayern Munich went to the Camp Nou and won 3-0. Fortress? Not really. FC Barcelona could barely manage a chance as they struggled to break down a much more solid Bayern side than the one we saw at the Allianz Arena a month ago. Robert Lewandowski barely got a look in as Julian Nagelsmann’s system neutralized the new lineup chosen by Xavi to reverse Barca’s flagging fortunes in the Champions League. Here are our talking points from the game: Xavi’s weird lineup and how it was intended to influence the game. A quick recap of what went down. Player-by-player performance ratings. How good is Choupo-Moting right now? Is Jamal Musiala’s recent quietness a cause for worry? Unintentional fouls from Bayern Munich — Anthony Taylor’s fault or a real concern? Compliments to the defense today. How Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano shone against Barcelona. How Nagelsmann’s risky defensive system puts a ton of pressure on defenders to make the right decisions each time. Ending the pod w

Here are the salient talking points of the podcast: Choupo GOATing is here... Lewanwhoski? Serge Gnabry and Sadio Mané being inconsistent Why Vlahovic would be a great signing Why Bayern should not sign Vlahovic in the winter window A call for more rotations in the upcoming dead-rubber UCL fixtures Barcelona schadenfreude (they are a really good team though - anti-jinx!) A nice little roast Predictions for the UCL fixture against Barcelona Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here are the talking points from the podcast: Bayern Munich’s absolute, thorough domination Hoffenheim’s lineup and plan, and how it fell right into Nagelsmann’s hands Fantastic performance from the defense Why Bayern Munich’s defense is Europe’s best Singing more praises of Jamal Musiala Why Choupo Moting is the player Bayern needed, and how he’s stepped up Mané and Coman’s worrying form and why they’re at a higher risk of being benched Bayern’s prospects in the near future Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another week is headed into the books and Bayern Munich is looking good. The Bavarians picked up a couple of convincing wins since our last show and there is plenty to talk about regarding why the squad is showing some heart and rounding into form. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: Why Bayern Munich might be turning the corner and how the squad is melding together. Liverpool and Chelsea are in pursuit of Bayern transfer target Konrad Laimer. Is Bayern Munich really plotting a January move for Atlético Madrid’s Joao Felix? Ryan Gravenberch is still unhappy. Did Bayern Munich reject a release clause for Erling Haaland? Talking House of the Dragon (it’s been great of late!). Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich raced past Augsburg in the DFB Pokal after a tough first half; Hoffenheim quite easily beat Schalke as well to progress past the second round. Traditionally, Bayern has not always had it easy against Hoffenheim. So, how will things work out this time? We discuss how the match might play out as well as the following topics in this podcast: Why Hoffenheim’s season has been strange so far Who are some impressive players for Hoffenheim A quick look back at Hoffenheim’s results to date including a loss to Werder Bremen What was most impressive about Bayern’s win over Augsburg Who some absentees are on both sides Who might start for Bayern in this game A look at some past results in this fixture Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here is a synopsis of what is covered in this episode: Maaßen’s setup and Nagelsmann’s answer to Augsburg’s early press The stats and a walkthrough of the scoring sequences Jamal Musiala’s brilliant display Alphonso Davies the unstoppable roadrunner Choupo GOATing, and why he’s an all time great Sven Ulreich’s shortcomings, and why Bayern need a new no.2 behind Neuer Sadio Mané’s rut Overall player ratings and general observations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So Bayern Munich just won 5-0 against a team that were, coming into the game, above them in the table. In beating Christian Streich’s SC Freiburg, Julian Nagelsmann has capped off one of the most impressive performances of the season so far. Meanwhile, a certain someone who agitated a move to FC Barcelona is staring the Europa League in the face, and coming off a defeat in his inaugural Clasico. The two FCBs contrasting fortunes make for good discussion fodder this week. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss: Did the presence of a target man in Choupo-Moting make the difference? Leroy Sane’s new role that demolished SC Freiburg. Why chance conversion seems like the major issue at Bayern this season. A debate over how Bayern Munich control games and manage the tempo after taking the lead. Our headline topic: Does Robert Lewandowski regret moving to FC Barcelona? How Lewy’s move could end up backfiring on him. Who could start for Bayern Munich against Augsburg? Who should start

Another week for Bayern Munich and more up-and-down performances to totally muddle everyone’s view on where exactly this team is at during this stage of the season. Regardless, there was still plenty to talk about. Here is what we have on tape for this episode: A look at how befuddling this Bayern Munich squad is and how they can make you confident and frustrated all at the same time. Robert Lewandowski and FC Barcelona could flunk out of the Champions League. Why people are openly speculating that Julian Nagelsmann could lose the team. Chelsea FC is said to be looking to bring in Benjamin Pavard. The reality that Bayern Munich is going to be shopping for a No. 9 next summer and how that fits into Mathys Tel’s timeline for his career path. A quick discussion on House of the Dragon and why last week was the best episode so far. Also, a little bemoaning the state of The Walking Dead. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Mun

Bayern Munich is not used to this situation; they have been out of first place for a few weeks now and will play in-form SC Freiburg on Sunday, the same day in which Borussia Dortmund takes on Union Berlin. Without further ado, we discuss the following in this podcast: What has SC Freiburg been up to this season so far? A look at Freiburg’s games in both the Bundesliga and the Europa League A reminder of what happened last weekend for both teams Who is available for Bayern Munich? Who will start? Anyone....anyone? How might this game go down? A quick word in about Werder Bremen What Freiburg’s results tell us about them How might Freiburg line up for this one? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich downed Viktoria Plzeň 4-2 in the Champions League in a match where The visitors took care of business early on. The home side did make a strong comeback in the second half, but it was not nearly enough to match up to the Bavarians. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A rundown of the scoring, substitutes, etc. Why the second half collapse shouldn’t really be all that concerning. Hey, hey…Paul Wanner made an appearance! Some appreciation for Leon Goretzka, who sometimes gets a raw deal from certain fans. The drop-off at outside-back while Benjamin Pavard played center-back and Alphonso Davies was injured. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

So that resurgence didn’t last. After big wins vs Leverkusen and Plzen, Bayern Munich have gone and conceded a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 vs Borussia Dortmund. Once again we’re back to debating Julian Nagelsmann and the crisis that the team finds itself in. With the specter of poor results hanging over Bayern, where do we go next? In this episode, INNN and Tom discuss: The complete lack of any pattern to Bayern Munich’s draws/losses this season. What exactly can Julian Nagelsmann do to fix these errant results? Is there a mentality problem with the players? A quick look at the next three games coming up — Plzen, Freiburg, and Augsburg. Why Bayern Munich CANNOT afford to lose to Plzen no matter what. Implications for the Champions League group. Musings about Oliver Kahn’s potential reaction to a loss to Augsburg. Why Thomas Tuchel being available casts a shadow over Julian Nagelsmann’s future at the club. INNN crushes Tom's dreams of being a pro footballer. Rapidly ending the pod wit

Sooooo ... Bayern Munich went to the Signal Iduna Park and came out with a draw. Under normal circumstances you’d take that result, but when the team were leading Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at one point ... a draw leaves a bitter taste in the mouth. Once again, Bayern have dropped points where they shouldn’t have, meaning that the club is back in crisis again. When will it end? Here are our talking points from the game: Our impressions of the result overall. What does this mean for Bayern Munich? Is Sadio Mane becoming a problem? Would the presence of Thomas Muller have prevented a collapse like this from happening? Did Bayern Munich get unlucky in this game? Is it time to ask questions about Julian Nagelsmann? What is going on? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic

Bayern Munich had a good week in the Bundesliga and Champions League. The squad is getting healthy after a string of injuries and a couple of bouts with COVID-19. Things are looking decidedly good...right? Hell yeah, they are! There are plenty of reasons to be excited about the recent developments with the Bavarians and a whole lot to talk about in the great world of football. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Bayern Munich’s bounce-back week that might have cost Gerardo Seoane his job (Welcome Xabi Alonso!). Some thoughts on Der Klassiker. Transfer updates on Christopher Nkunku and Alexander Nübel. Erling Haaland is throttling the Premier League and EPL elitists don’t know how to handle it. Bayern Munich is at its best with Thomas Müller and Jamal Musiala working together...for now. Liverpool is among the clubs yearning for a player like Moose. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany

Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund, third and fourth in the Bundesliga table respectively, will take on each other in Der Klassiker in the Bundesliga. Both teams have had some strong performances and some head-scratching ones. We look ahead to the game in this episode, and cover the following: A look at what stood out in Bayern’s win over Viktoria Plzeň Is Bayern — Dortmund the biggest clash in the Bundesliga? Dortmund’s front-man situation A look at Dortmund’s results to date (yes, we talk about Werder Bremen!) and performances Should Dortmund have beaten Manchester City? Dortmund’s midfield attacking options and how Dortmund might line-up Some possible changes Bayern might make How should Dortmund approach this match? Why has BVB not been able to make progress and win a title since Jürgen Klopp’s days? Did Dortmund do the right thing letting Marco Rose go? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Fo

So Bayern Munich have won another game in the Champions League, and it really wasn’t even close. Viktoria Plzen will be counting their lucky stars that this game only ended 5-0, because the early minutes of the game seemed to be building up to a massacre. We saw complete dominance and clinical attacking football as Juian Nagelsmann’s side tore the Czech giants apart. Here are our talking points from the game: How do you pronounce “Plzen”? A quick recap of what went on in the game. Jamal Musiala and Leroy Sane’s amazing linkup plays. Sadio Mane, offsides, and criticism of the automated offside technology. A basic review of each player’s performance. Why Leon Goretzka might be preferred over Marcel Sabitzer against certain types of teams. An interesting note on Benjamin Pavard being subbed on as a center-back. Criticizing Julian Nagelsmann for his use of youth players this season and this game in particular. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of you

In this episode, Schnitzel discusses the following topics at length: Is Sadio Mané better as a left winger? Should Sadio Mané even be starting games right now? Jamal Musiala is the world’s best winger currently and deserves the Kopa Trophy The 4-2-2-2 and why it is the way to go Is Nagelsmann getting things right tactically? Throwing some shade at Ligue 1, as always. How Viktoria Plzen might line up Bayern’s formation to face Plzen A scoreline prediction for the UCL tie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After four consecutive Bundesliga games without a win, Bayern Munich have responded in solid fashion with a 4-0 win over a struggling Bayer Leverkusen side. The entire front four managed to score as Julian Nagelsmann’s system shone in its ability to create chances and suffocate the opposition with a high press. Even so, after all these poor performances, we have to be wary about declaring the crisis over after a single win. Here are our talking points from the game: A quick recap of how the game went down. How Sadio Mane playing on the left might be a move to optimize his role. Leroy Sane’s excellent performance, overshadowed by the even better Jamal Musiala. Why a “quiet game” from Thomas Muller is a myth. A quick review of the midfield partnership (not much to say here) and Sabitzer’s Kante-esque role. Does Matthijs de Ligt look a little ... large? Countering confusing narratives about Alphonso Davies. Interesting moves by Nagelsmann on set pieces. Criticism of the

Between Germany and Bayern Munich, there is no shortage of discussion points for fans to talk about and debate. For those looking forward to the World Cup, we got a sneak peek on what things could look like for Germany in Qatar. For Bayern Munich fans, it is time to re-boot and start over after a tough run in the Bundesliga. Let’s take a gander at what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Germany’s international break and what we might have learned ahead of the World Cup. What to look for in Bayern Munich’s games. Jamal Musiala’s star is beginning to explode. Bayern Munich might already be planning for life after Benjamin Pavard. Is Bayern Munich interested in Chelsea FC’s Kai Havertz? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Things are not getting easier for Bayern Munich or Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga! Bayern lies fifth while Bayer Leverkusen currently sits fifteenth with only one win to their name in the Bundesliga (and a surprising victory over Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League). Without further ado, this is what we have in this episode: A look at how some Bayern Munich players performed over the international break including Serge Gnabry and Dayot Upamecano A change in heart from me regarding the number of goals Bayer Leverkusen has conceded so far A look at Bayer Leverkusen’s current squad and some of their transfers A discussion about what is really wrong with Leverkusen Discussing who might start for Bayern this game (Ryan Gravenberch?) Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi

Former Bayern Munich manager Hansi Flick must have been run through the gamut of emotions in this one. Germany and England hooked up for a boring, lifeless, and uninspired first half before teaming up to put together a wild, rollicking second half that featured six goals and ended in a 3-3 draw. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A rundown of the scoring. The boring first half that has me reaching for booze. The incredible emotional roller coaster that was the second half. Hansi Flick’s subs did make an impact (whether fans want to admit it or not). What we can take away from the the UEFA Nations League as we near the World Cup. Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany failed to impress against Hungary in what can be summed up as a disappointing showing overall, particularly from the attack. If Hansi Flick’s side is to have any shot at going deep in the competition, they simply cannot look so toothless up front. Also, is Germany’s poor form coinciding with Bayern Munich’s poor showings of late mere happenstance, or are the two related? Coming to the situation at Bayern, does Julian Nagelsmann show a preference for more senior players? Is the 4-2-2-2 getting exposed, or does the drop-in form have nothing to do with Nagelsmann’s preferred setup? Loads of questions out there, sure, and that is precisely what Schnitzel, Samrin, and Tom are here to dissect in this podcast. The following is a list of the major talking points: What Tom thinks the issue is with Germany at the moment Schnitzel’s scathing views on Timo Werner starting upfront for Germany Is Jonas Hofmann at RB actually a bad idea? What the go-to attack should be for Germany in the

Germany knew it would have a strong challenge against a very game and aggressive Hungary side and that is exactly what Hansi Flick’s boys got during a 1-0 victory for the Hungarians. The loss ended Germany’s 13-match unbeaten streak. Nothing came easy for Germany and an early goal for the Hungarians put the Germans in a very uncomfortable spot for the match. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A rundown of the scoring and game play. Ádám Szalai’s circus flick was something to behold. Some words on Hungary’s relentless style of playing. Germany’s more urgent pace for the second half and why it needs to be that way from the outset in every match. Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich might be on international break, but there is a massive amount of news breaking from Säbener Straße despite most of the club’s players being on duty with their international teams. This is what we have on tap for this episode: What to look for as Germany faces off with Hungary and England. An examination of all the drama emanating from Bayern Munich these days...Players complaining about the system? Nagelsmann not hard enough on the players? Players not liking Nagelsmann’s criticism? The front office wants Nagelsmann to be tougher. Trying to wrap our heads around House of the Dragon. Man...there is A LOT to talk about this week and we’ve got a lot to say about everything, so check it out. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich coach Julian Nagelsmann might be relived that he is getting a break; plenty of his squad members are away on international duty. In this podcast, we look forward to Germany’s games in the UEFA Nations League against table-topping Hungary and England. In this podcast we discuss: Germany’s squad selections by Hansi Flick Covid cases and injuries impacting the national side How Germany might line up in the matches against Hungary and England A look back to Germany’s earlier Nations League matches against both aforementioned opponents How Germany’s style might differ from Hungary to England Who might play in the forward position What Julian Nagelsmann might learning from watching his players work under Flick Some bonus tidbits regarding the Bundesliga Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more abo

Bayern Munich suffered their first loss of the season against a struggling Augsburg side. With players unable to capitalize on chances and unwilling to track back at times, it seems there are issues popping up everywhere at FC Bayern. Tom and Samrin try to make sense of the issues and discuss the following: What Tom thinks the main issue with Bayern currently is Is Julian Nagelsmann’s job truly at risk? Are there signs of problems in the dressing room? What is happening with the front quartet at Bayern? Whether Robert Lewandowski is missed Whether Bayern should sign a striker in January Can Bayern work without a true number nine? Will the poor finishing of Bayern’s front line impact the German National Team? How the players’ performance with Hansi Flick might possibly impact Julian Nagelsmann Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @

After three consecutive draws in the Bundesliga, Bayern Munich squared off with FC Augsburg in hopes of finally nailing down three points. Getting that much-needed league victory, however, would once again prove to be a difficult task as Bayern Munich dropped a 1-0 decision to FC Augsburg in an effort that was simply not good enough. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A rundown of the scoring. How impressive FC Augsburg’s energy and desire were throughout the match. Rafał Gikiewicz entered into Yann Sommer mode. Mergim Berisha’s goal and how it was the product of FC Augsburg’s energy and desire as Bayern lacked both in trying to prevent it. Some talk about what is missing from Bayern Munich at the moment, including the inefficiency of the squad’s attack. Where we go from here — this is not the way to enter into the international break. Thank you for all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up-to-date coverage on Bayern Munich a

Bayern Munich will soon set off for an international break, but there is a ton to talk about. We had some mini-controversies emerge this week, plus a HUGE Champions League win over FC Barcelona as the big happenings, but there was plenty more to discuss as well. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: Checking on on where we think Bayern Munich stands entering the final week of the Bundesliga before the international break. Germany’s latest round of call-ups. Re-upping Benjamin Pavard and Alexander Nübel might not be easy. Why Bayern Munich could really have something in Paul Wanner and Arijon Ibrahimović — and what that could mean moving forward. Some Bayern Munich players probably are unhappy, but it’s fine for now. House of the Dragon got icky. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrel

Bayern Munich is coming off of a huge performance against Barcelona; in a game of two halves, they looked very nervous in the first half and quite assured in the next. Now, ahead of the international break, Bayern must produce a much-needed Bundesliga win against local rivals FC Augsburg. In this podcast we talk about: Augsburg’s run in the Bundesliga so far An in-depth look at Augsburg’s last performance against Werder Bremen Changes that have taken place in terms of personnel at the club How Augsburg might set up against Bayern What Bayern’s personnel shortage means for the defense Who will Julian Nagelsmann play next to Joshua Kimmich? Who will occupy the front four slots? Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a massive amount of build-up, Bayern Munich and FC Barcelona finally hooked up in the Champions League. The match held a lot of intrigue given the return of Robert Lewandowski to his old stomping grounds, the recent uneven form of Bayern Munich, and the pregame controversy with some players not being happy about their respective roles in Bavaria. None of that mattered once the teams hit the pitch and Bayern Munich exited with a 2-0 victory over FC Barcelona. Let’s break it all down podcast style. Here is what we have on tap: A rundown of the match. A look at how Bayern Munich’s form went from “not so great” to “damn good” after halftime. Why the pregame controversies matter and how Nagelsmann can attempt to mitigate things moving forward. Why Bayern Munich passed its first big test of the season. Looking forward to the return leg. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @Bavarian

We’re more than a month into the season and Bayern Munich have drawn three games in a row. Granted those games were only in the Bundesliga, and were punctuated by wins against Viktoria Koln in the Pokal and Inter Milan in the Champions League, but it’s still a poor return for a team searching for its eleventh consecutive title. Now, Bayern face the prospect of reuniting with Robert Lewandowski in midweek, when FC Barcelona come to visit. Plenty to talk about.  In this episode, INNN, Samrin, and Marcus discuss: What’s behind Bayern’s awful recent form? The problem with the offense at the moment — finishing, chance creation, or the lack of an actual striker? How do we solve the frontline problem before facing FC Barcelona? Moving onto the preview for the Barca game — what kind of coach is Xavi? How Barcelona could line up and our impressions on their team. Aside from Robert Lewandowski, who is the danger-man on their side? Dembele, Pedri, Gavi, and more. How Xavi might set up his

Bayern's 2-2 draw against Stuttgart was a disappointing, yet well-deserved result. Here are the talking points from the podcast: The stat sheet, and how it doesn’t correlate with the result Bayern Munich’s complacency Matthijs de Ligt’s howler of a game Serge Gnabry’s appalling form, and whether he should be starting anytime soon for Bayern Why Sabitzer should be starting over Goretzka against Barcelona Why the team needs to change a lot against Barcelona Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich pulled out a nice victory over Inter Milan in the Champions League after a disappointing showing against Union Berlin in the Bundesliga last weekend. While Julian Nagelsmann as done a good job of managing his personnel, the recent lack of precision, efficiency, and synchronicity on offense has some fans mildly concerned. Like always, there is plenty to talk about — including those issues listed above. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this week’s episode: Why coaching is getting more difficult every year (as Thomas Tuchel and Domenico Tedesco found out — and as Jürgen Klopp might soon learn). Also, did we mention there are some unhappy players at Bayern Munich now? The FC Barcelona is going to tell us a lot about where Bayern Munich is at this stage. Matthijs de Ligt and Lucas Hernandez look great together. The midfield conundrum...Leon Goretzka wants to start, but Marcel Sabitzer has been great? What will happen there. Bayern Munich and Harry Kane might r

Bayern Munich is coming off of consecutive draws in the Bundesliga (Borussia Mönchengladbach, Union Berlin) and is facing another team, who will likely be happy to pack eight or nine players into the box in hopes of squeezing out a point on the road — VfB Stuttgart. Sitting in third place, Bayern Munich will have to find a way to break through offensively, but a lot will depend on who Julian Nagelsmann rolls out as part of his starting XI. Let take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: VfB Stuttgart’s recent form and why Bayern Munich fans should keep an eye on Borna Sosa and Konstantinos Mavropanos A quick discussion Bayern Munich’s struggles in its past two league games. Some thoughts on who Nagelsmann might start — and why. A call for Sadio Mané to take a rest. A prediction on the match. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams7

So Bayern Munich open their account in the Champions League with a solid 2-0 win over Inter Milan. Beating one of the strongest teams in Italy at their home ground might be cause for celebration in other cases, but many fans feel this one was a little bit frustrating. At least this puts the team in a solid position before facing FC Barcelona on MD2. Here are our talking points from the game: Why a good result is also a disappointing performance from Bayern Munich. How Julian Nagelsmann decided to set up the team — in a 4-2-3-1, and its merits and disadvantages. Frustration at Kingsley Coman’s final ball. How the two flanks felt incredibly imbalanced, with the right flank preferred by both Joshua Kimmich and Thomas Muller. A rare poor performance from Alphonso Davies. Praising Leroy Sane for an excellent performance, and contrasting it against his game vs Union. Why Joshua Kimmich needs to be acknowledged more. The difference between Leon Goretzka and Marcel Sabitzer in midfield

Bayern Munich have dropped points in two league games in a row, and now proceed into the Champions League with a less-than-stellar recent record. Thankfully Inter aren’t exactly faring too great themselves, but they will look at the Union Berlin game and maybe have a few ideas about how they should set up their team. In this episode, INNN and Schnitzel discuss: The many times Bayern Munich have been eliminated by parked buses in the Champions League in the past. Does the lack of defensive teams in the Bundesliga put Bayern at a disadvantage in the CL? Why Thomas Muller is the main key to this Julian Nagelsmann system. Schnitzel and INNN argue over whether the coach has made recent changes to the system. Moving onto our preview for Inter Milan — what do we know about them? Should Matthijs de Ligt start against Inter? Assessing the threat of Edin Dzeko. Possible changes in midfield from Nagelsmann. How should the attack be set up? Should Leroy Sane, Serge Gnabry, or Kingsley Coma

It’s happened again. After an amazing start to the season, Bayern Munich have suffered a second consecutive draw to Union Berlin, putting an end to the perceived invincibility of this side. With Champions League games starting up again, it’s a very bad time for Julian Nagelsmann to hit a bump in the road. Here are our talking points from the game: Bayern Munich draw yet again thanks to some staunch defending by Union Berlin. Should that concern us? (Answer: Yes.) Addressing Nagelsmann’s choice to have a lack of width on the pitch. Why this Union game result differs greatly from what happened against Gladbach. Sadio Mane’s terrible, not-good, very bad game. Is the honeymoon over? The problem with Leroy Sane today. Addressing the rest of the forward line and their issues. Why Julian Nagelsmann needs to bring the unpredictability back to Bayern’s attack. Pointing out a few good performances — Matthijs de Ligt and Marcel Sabitzer. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast

Bayern Munich once again could not find a way past Borussia Mönchengladbach and settled for a draw, but rebounded with a nice win over Viktoria Köln in the DFB-Pokal. Even with all of the action on the pitch, there was still a lot to talk about off of it. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: Assessing the club’s performances against Gladbach and Viktoria Köln. Bayern Munich’s depth is incredible. It’s a matter of time before Matthijs de Ligt is an anointed full-time starter. Daydreaming about a Bayern Munich vs. Manchester City Champions League finale.  A look at Bayern Munich’s transfer window. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This mouthwatering fixture has all the elements of a blockbuster showdown. As always, everything you’ll require to prime yourself for the game has been covered in the pod, including the following: Union Berlin’s form, and why they are so fearsome Bayern Munich’s form and recent fixtures Reflection (more like a state of denial) on Bayern’s most recent Bundesliga game Union Berlin’s key players Union’s lineup and preferred tactic(s) Bayern Munich’s lineup and potential changes Nagelsmann’s approach and tactics for the game A final scoreline prediction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As expected, Bayern Munich throttled Viktoria Köln 5-0 in the DFB-Pokal. The match started out tough for the Bavarians, who struggled to get going, but once they did, they were an unstoppable force. This is what we have on tap in this episode: A walkthrough of how the scoring broke down. An incredibly slippery pitch thanks to rain (and maybe over-watering) — which set the Bavarian Grass Works alert off. A choppy start to the match did not deter Bayern Munich for too long. The kids are alight — Ryan Gravenberch and Mathys Tel scored goals, while Josip Stanišić got his first extended run of the season. Viktoria Köln was scrappy and played tough as hell. The rotation was necessary and good for squad morale. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this flagship episode of Bavarian Podcast Works, Tom and Schnitzel discuss: Yann Sommer’s Bundesliga saves record masterclass Bayern’s prospects in their Champions League group Sadio Mane’s knack for goals being ruled out Brazzo’s summer and incoming contract extension as sporting director Julian Nagelsmann’s mid-match tactical switches and rotations Bayern’s upcoming English Weeks Manuel Neuer housing a banana mid-match at VfL Bochum Tom’s brilliant European football impersonations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich have been stopped. The juggernaut is slain. All rejoice, the Bundesliga is now free from tyranny. Okay, maybe not. But it is true that Gladbach have not lost to Bayern. And given the kind of performances we’ve been enjoying lately, that is quite an achievement. Yann Sommer saved 20 shots in what could be the greatest performance by a keeper in the history of the Bundesliga. Here are our talking points from the game: A very short mental breakdown to preface the pod. Why Yann Sommer deserves the credit for this result. A quick recap of what happened in the game. Could Robert Lewandowski have changed this result? Did Nagelsmann subbing on Matthijs de Ligt mean he needs a CF? Why Julian Nagelsmann’s tactics cannot be blamed for this result. The referee was horrible. That is all. Why Thomas Muller remains one of the most effective players on the pitch, despite a lack of recent goals/assists. Sadio Mane’s constant offsides — why does it keep happening? How a

We are back and that means you’ve got another Weekend Warm-up Podcast to listen to. Bayern Munich is set for a couple of matches in the next few days and as the transfer window nears a close, things are getting a bit wild. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: Quick thoughts on Bayern Munich’s Champions League draw. Transfer comings and goings for Adrian Fein, Joshua Zirkzee, and Callum Hudson-Odoi (!?). Bayern Munich’s plan for Paul Wanner. Hasan “Brazzo” Salihamidžić’s admission on how the club dealt with Erling Haaland and Cristiano Ronaldo. Manchester United’s late run at Benjamin Pavard. Some thoughts on House of the Dragon...were you let down or did you just not expect much? As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more

The draws are in! Bayern Munich will face FC Barcelona, Inter Milan, and Viktoria Plzen in the Champions League group stages this season. It’s arguably the group of death this year as at least one big club WILL find itself dumped into the Europa League this season. Of course, that just gives us more juicy games to talk about. Here are our talking points from the draw: The trouble with not getting an English Premier League team in the draw this season. How the FC Barcelona draw concerns us this season. The importance of Barca’s new additions, especially Robert Lewandowski. Why Inter Milan is a deceptively tough tie despite being a Serie A team. How this could be the “Group of Death” for this campaign. How should Julian Nagelsmann tackle the group stage? Shouldn’t Bayern top the group? Could Plzen pull off something against the bigger sides in the group? Upsets incoming? More terror at the prospect of facing Robert Lewandowski and questions about Bayern’s defense. Argumen

Bayern Munich has an English week to look forward to with two games on the horizon — Gladbach in the Bundesliga and Viktoria Köln in the DFB Pokal. In this podcast, we preview both games and discuss the following: Why this fixture is different from any other fixture in Bayern’s Bundesliga calendar Gladbach’s style of play under Daniel Farke Changes in Gladbach’s line-up that Farke has made Gladbach’s past results, including a bizarre 2-2 draw against Schalke The interesting inclusion of Joe Scally over Stefan Lainer How Gladbach has coped with the losses of Matthias Ginter and Breel Embolo An introduction to Viktoria Köln and where they stand currently in their division The changes Julian Nagelsmann might make against Viktoria Köln Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc

Bayern Munich are off to a record-breaking start in the league and things look so good it’s almost magical. The combination of the 4-2-2-2 formation and the newfound chemistry between all of Bayern’s forwards makes every single game an unprecedented goal fest. Of course new challenges await over the horizon, with the Champions League group stage draw set to take place later this week. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss: Whether the departure of Robert Lewandowski is responsible for the incredible upswing in performances from Bayern Munich this season. Why Julian Nagelsmann’s philosophy seems to work better without a true striker in the system. How the addition of Sadio Mane has made Bayern’s attack much stronger overall. Why this current system wouldn’t work under another coach such as Hansi Flick. Thomas Muller’s new playing style in Lewandowski’s absence. Did the board let Lewandowski leave ... on purpose? Concerns about the defense, and the number of chances conceded in

There were a lot of positives and a lot to discuss, so here’s a synopsis of the major talking points in the podcast: The lineups, and Bochum’s tactics and gameplan How Nagelsmann set his team up (taking into account the absences) Bayern’s attack and THAT performance Leroy Sane, Kingsley Coman, Sadio Mane, and how the attack clicked Serge Gnabry the super sub That midfield machine Superb defending, plus a clean sheet :) #Bananeuer the legend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich dispatched Wolfsburg in a hard-fought contest and is set for another Sunday match-up against VfL Bochum. There was plenty to talk about, aside of the match schedule this week, so let’s take a look at what is on tap for this week’s episode: Tanguy Nianzou’s surprise exit and how the defense it setting up for this season. A contract extension for sporting director Hasan “Brazzo” Salihamidžić and how he has evolved as an executive. Robert Lewandowski’s tough start for FC Barcelona Leroy Sané’s form has landed him on the B team for training. Serge Gnabry’s injury is an opportunity for Kingsley Coman. A dive into the Better Call Saul final, my thoughts, why I am a selfish viewer, and potentially a bad person! As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and m

Bayern Munich has an interesting assignment up next in the Bundesliga in the form of VfL Bochum. We look ahead to the fixture in this preview podcast. Without further ado, these are some of the topics we delve into: How has VfL Bochum started the season? Reflection on Bochum’s performance against Hoffenheim in the past weekend A quick look back at the Wolfsburg game Why the Wolfsburg game was interesting in its own way How Bochum might set up for this one Will Bayern Munich make any changes? Why Serge Gnabry is a better fit for the team than Leroy Sané A look at the rest of the Bundesliga fixtures including some headscratchers A thought or two on that finale of Better Call Saul Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With their 2-0 victory over VfL Wolfsburg at the Allianz Arena, Bayern Munich continued their winning start to the season, winning their second match in the Bundesliga and third on the bounce if you count the DFL-Supercup as a competitive fixture. In all three of the aforementioned matches, Julian Nagelsmann has used the exact same starting lineup of Manuel Neuer, Alphonso Davies, Lucas Hernandez, Dayot Upamecano, Benjamin Pavard, Marcel Sabitzer, Joshua Kimmich, Thomas Muller, Jamal Musiala, Serge Gnabry and Sadio Mane. So far, it’s worked wonders, and while there have been some different second half changes on all of those occasions, Nagelsmann’s subs have also followed a similar pattern. As the saying goes, “if it a’int broke, don't fix it.” Nagelsmann has seemingly adopted this idea for his lineup selections, but as English Weeks approach for Bayern, he’ll certainly have to start to make some changes to avoid running a higher risk of injuries and fatigue. It will also be his job to

Bayern Munich put forth another dominant effort in the Bundesliga as it downed Wolfsburg 2-0. The Bavarians received strong showings from a number of players including Jamal Musiala, Thomas Müller, Marcel Sabitzer, and Alphonso Davies among others. Bayern Munich was just stellar against an opponent that really wanted to slow them down. Here is what we have on tap: Wolfsburg had a good game plan coming in, but just could not contain Bayern Munich’s devastating attack. Jamal Musiala has become an indispensable member of the starting XI. His consistency, energy, and production are unrivaled at this point. Thomas Müller is still a man who knows to be at the right place at the right time. Players like Marcel Sabitzer and Benjamin Pavard continue to show they are legit. Some areas for improvement. Why you should buy into the energy and fun of this squad. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twi

Bayern Munich is rolling, Julian Nagelsmann is pushing all of the right buttons, and everything seems to be heading in the right direction for the Rekordmeister. Right about now is where you might be expecting some kind of pessimistic take on why the wheels are about to fall off, but — alas — things are too good for any doubt to start seeping into the podcast. Like every week, the boys from Bayern Munich are not boring, so there was a lot to talk about. Here is what we have on tap: The return of Niko Kovač and why his time at Bayern Munich was sabotaged from the get-go. Robert Lewandowski’s new club can’t get it together off the pitch. Kingsley Coman’s return might complicate things for Nagelsmann. Tanguy Nianzou’s touchy situation. Joshua Zirkzee’s transfer saga could be nearing an end. Some thoughts on Better Call Saul’s insane penultimate episode. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your

Bayern Munich will take on a familiar foe in Niko Kovac’s Wolfsburg in their upcoming Bundesliga game. Without further ado, we discuss some of the following points: What are some transfers Wolfsburg made? What has Wolfsburg looked like so far? Can Wolfsburg beat Bayern? Will Wolfsburg beat Bayern? What are some potential changes Julian Nagelsmann might make? Will Nagelsmann’s Bayern eventually get found out? What are some other Bundesliga fixtures this weekend? A look back at some of last weekend’s fixtures A look ahead to some of this weekend’s fixtures including Schalke vs. Borussia Mönchengladbach Thank you for your support in helping Bavarian Podcast Works secure the World Soccer Talk Awards — Best Club Podcast! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad

Bayern Munich looks very different from the side we have been used to seeing, and in a good way. Of course, the 6-1 thumping of Frankfurt on Friday was only the first game of the season, but it showed a lot of promise for the rest of the season and gave us a glimpse of Nagelsmann’s strategies for this side, and the plans he wishes to implement moving forward. The 4-2-2-2 is just one of many formations Nagelsmann can deploy this season, but it certainly seems to be one that he favors. He also has the right personnel to execute it to perfection, so we might be seeing a lot more of the same in upcoming fixtures. With the squad super stacked everywhere and spirits looking high, one can’t help but speculate whether this is going to be another one of those historic seasons (in a good way, of course). But yeah, too soon to say anything. All that being said, Tom and Schnitzel sit down in this edition of the flagship show to discuss many positives (positivity is good :)) and some minor concerns

Bayern Munich opened the 2022/23 Bundesliga season with a ruthless battering of Eintracht Frankfurt, a team that regularly gets the better of the Bavarians and won the Europa League just last season. Julian Nagelsmann’s side ran rampant in a game which saw the visitors up 5-0 within the first half, in a performance which somehow managed to shock the Eagles faithful into a stunned silence. Things look good right now.  Here are our talking points from the game: Our thoughts on the 4-2-2-2 and whether it looks like a plausible way for Bayern Munich to move forward in a post-Lewandowski era.  How Sadio Mane, Serge Gnabry, Thomas Muller, and Jamal Musiala work together to make an amazing front four system.  What the current midfield setup offers to the team in terms of passing.  Why Eintracht seemed practically bewildered by Bayern’s system in the first half, and the changes in the second.  How Serge Gnabry has seen an incredible resurgence in form with the help of Sadio Mane.  Why Ja

Here we are! Bayern Munich is all set for its Bundesliga opener against Eintracht Frankfurt and now it feels like things are finally starting to turn up! With all of the excitement brewing, let’s take a look at what is on tap for this week’s podcast: A look at the Bundesliga and why this could be a fun season in terms of competitiveness. Leroy Sané’s tenuous position on the squad and why it might be difficult for the Germany international to be patient with a reserve role. Why it is not the worst thing in the world for Bayern Munich to pass on Konrad Laimer right now. Some wariness about Julian Nagelsmann points system. Some thoughts about why it has been hard to Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui to break through at Bayern Munich so far.   As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @Th

Bayern Munich does not have an easy opening day fixture in the Bundesliga; they travel to Frankfurt to play the Eagles, Eintracht Frankfurt. In this podcast, we talk about, among many topics: Eintracht Frankfurt’s summer moves including the acquisition of a player who won Germany their fourth World Cup, Mario Götze Frankfurt’s striker situation and whether Rafael Santos Borré will retain his place A look back at Frankfurt’s win over Magdeburg in the DFB Pokal How Frankfurt might set up The players Bayern must keep an eye on to win this game How Bayern might set up and potential changes Julian Nagelsmann might make Thank you for your support in helping Bavarian Podcast Works secure the World Soccer Talk Awards — Best Club Podcast! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choi

How about that? A little ol’ Bayern Munich podcast taking down some superpowers in the World Soccer Talk “Best Club Podcast” competition. This is a special edition for us to say thanks to all of you for the support, re-live how this all got started, and maybe share a few laughs in between. Here is what we have on tap for “a very special” Bavarian Podcast Works: Recapping the victory! A look about how we started and how we ultimately evolved to our current state. Some gratitude. A look at the future and why one of the founding fathers of the podcast won’t be around all that much any longer. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the Flagship show, Schnitzel and Teddy discuss: How good (and how bad) Bayern Munich were in their Super Cup win What a phenomenon Jamal Musiala is Other players who impressed during the game What formation Julian Nagelsmann used and what he might use throughout the season Why a back four is the way to go How good the Germany women’s national team has been at the Euros, and how the final might play out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich started off its season in a rollicking way with a thrilling 5-3 victory over RB Leipzig in the DFL-Supercup. There is a lot to talk about in this match, but Julian Nagelsmann’s decision to start Jamal Musiala and the youngster’s subsequent standout performance will go down as nothing short of brilliant. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A recap of the starting XI and scoring. Jamal Musiala’s terrific performance. Thomas Müller might be the Bavarian T-1000. Bayern Munich’s variable formations and how it kept RB Leipzig guessing. Explaining why there is plenty to be excited about. Help support BFW’s quest to be the best, by checking out this link and giving us a vote: World Soccer Talk Awards — Best Club Podcast Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad

Hey, hey! I’m back and ready to chat all things Bayern Munich! Apparently, I missed A LOT last week, but big thanks to Samrin for filling in. That said, I am ready to get yapping. Let’s take a quick look at the explosive talking points for this week’s show: Recapping all of the craziness that happened on the one freaking week I was on vacation and unavailable. Assessing what moves could happen. Winners and losers from the U.S. tour. Reasons to be optimistic for this season. Potential red flags for this season. Help support BFW’s quest to be the best, by checking out this link and giving us a vote: World Soccer Talk Awards — Best Club Podcast As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c

In this episode, Schnitzel is joined by BFW’s Muller_Era aka ‘Swaz’ on what is her first podcast. Excited much? Here are the topics that the two mulled over: Thoughts on the preseason tour and the latest signing, Mathys Tel Overall expectations from the squad Some shade thrown at Teddy and INNN (those pessimists, ugh!) An analysis of the Leipzig squad, and a recap of their most recent game Bayern lineup discussion + team news An overall analysis, plus some final scoreline predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a rather short preseason for Bayern Munich having only had the chance to play two friendlies in the United States against DC United and then Manchester City. There was a bit of gap in terms of quality of the opponents, but Julian Nagelsmann was able to use the opportunities to get a good look at some different players in the squad, our new signings, and some different formations. Bayern now has less than a week until the competitive fixtures start with a trip to RB Leipzig for the DFL-Supercup on Saturday. Bayern looked like they were in the mood to score for fun, beating DC United by a scoreline of 6-2 with goals from Sadio Mane, Marcel Sabitzer, Serge Gnabry, Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee and Thomas MUller, but they were unable to find the back of the net against Pep Guardiola’s Man City in Green Bay. Gnabry had a goal ruled out for offside, but the replay suggested Joao Cancelo was actually keeping Muller on in the buildup. It’s now also expected that Stade Renne’s Mathys

Bayern Munich made some big splashes in the transfer market in terms of buying and selling. Many important events occurred this week and we reflect on some of them in this podcast. Here is what we have for this episode: Reflecting on the Robert Lewandowski transfer and his departure Discussing Robert Lewandowski’s legacy at Bayern Will Bayern change their style of play due to Lewandowski’s departure? Where will the goals come from? Lewandowski’s stature in world football Matthijs de Ligt arrives! What does this mean about Bayern’s defense? Who will be the new leader of the defense? Leon Goretzka is injured! What will Bayern do in this situation? Serge Gnabry extends! Does the decision to keep him make sense? Why the DFB fining Bayern and Bochum for flares in the stands makes sense A note about Bayern’s spending this summer Reflections on a possible Konrad Laimer transfer A small spoiler about Better Call Saul :) Help support BFW’s quest to be the best, by checking out thi

So it happened. Bayern Munich have sold Robert Lewandowski to FC Barcelona for a fee of around €45m guaranteed plus €5m in bonuses. With his departure, Bayern lose a striker who has scored 50+ goals a season for three seasons in a row. Without him, Julian Nagelsmann will have to find new solutions for the attack, while the transfer fee raises money to reinvest into the squad. Since this is a major discussion, we got three people together for only our second-ever three-person podcast. In this episode, INNN, Tom, and Schnitzel discuss: Our initial impressions on Lewandowski leaving the club. Can the striker pairing of Sadio Mane and Serge Gnabry make up for the loss of Lewy’s goals? The problems with the rumored 3-5-2 formation planned by Julian Nagelsmann. Schnitzel suggests a different formation that gives INNN conniptions. How Bayern can still operate a 4-2-3-1 with Sadio Mane as a lone striker. INNN’s take: Why the defense needs to be the focus for the upcoming season. Massive

If you thought HUGE news would drop in the early part of this week, you were probably a little disappointed. Fear not, though, there was still plenty to talk about when it comes to Bayern Munich. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at the ongoing (festering?) situation between Bayern Munich, Robert Lewandowski, and FC Barcelona. The latest on Matthijs de Ligt. Can Bayern Munich get the deal done soon? Serge Gnabry looks like he will ink a new deal...where does he fit? An exit for Chris Richards seems more and more likely. Is a kinder, gentler Brazzo getting deals done? Some quick takes on the season finale of The Boys and the second half premier of Better Call Saul. Help support BFW’s quest to be the best, by checking out this link and giving us a vote (or INNN will hunt you down): World Soccer Talk Awards — Best Club Podcast As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to da

Matthijs de Ligt wants to join Bayern Munich - that point has been clear by the player and his representatives. At this point, Bayern just has to negotiate an appropriate transfer fee with Juventus for the defender, but it is understood that the Serie A club want between 80 and 90 million euros for him. With that said, there is a VERY real possibility that de Ligt could become Bayern’s record transfer signing if a move does, in fact, materialize. In this episode of the BPW Flagship show, Tom and Fergus discuss: If De Ligt is worth becoming Bayern’s record signing. How would De Ligt fit in Bayern’s back line in a back four system. Would he bring enough to shore up Bayern’s defense. Omar Richards departing to Nottingham Forest. How do we backup Alphonso Davies now that O. Richards is gone? Our preferred starting back four. Should the transfer window close prior to domestic seasons starting? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What seemed like a crazy notion last weekend, looks like it could be very close to happening — Bayern Munich and Juventus center-back Matthijs de Ligt could finally be getting together. What does this mean for the club? Where does he fit? Who will be affected if De Ligt walks through the gates on Säbener Straße? We’ll talk through all of that and MORE! Here is what we have on tap: A quick aside about the award nomination for BFW’s podcast network. A deep dive into the possible move for De Ligt. Why waiting for Konrad Laimer might not be a bad thing, but would limit Julian Nagelsmann’s ability to tinker. What will Bayern Munich do with some of its prized youngsters this season? What if Robert Lewandowski stays with the club for this season? Help support BFW’s quest to be the best, by checking out this link and giving us a vote (or INNN will hunt you down): World Soccer Talk Awards — Best Club Podcast As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay

July is here, and Bayern Munich have once again been linked with Cristiano Ronaldo. The Portuguese superstar almost certainly wants to leave Manchester United this summer, and some parts of the fanbase think that Bayern should be happy to oblige. But is that a good idea? Meanwhile, there have been reports in the past week that Julian Nagelsmann wants to transition his team into a 4-3-3 formation for the upcoming season. With players already arriving for preseason, the coach’s tactical choices are once again under scrutiny. In this episode, INNN and Tom discuss: The big Ronaldo news — is it a plausible transfer for Bayern Munich? What does CR7 bring to Bayern and the Bundesliga? And what does the club offer him? Is signing Cristiano Ronaldo a two-edged sword? Does his popularity bring unwanted attention? Concerns about CR7’s presence the dressing room under an inexperienced coach in Julian Nagelsmann. How would Ronaldo fit into a Bayern Munich team? Would he just slot in for Robert

Hey, hey, hey! No, it’s not Dwayne Nelson from What’s Happening...it’s me and I’m back for a couple of weeks (before I leave again). While I am in town, however, I am hear to talk all things Bayern Munich and maybe some other junk, but here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at the latest on the three-way transfer saga involving Bayern Munich, Robert Lewandowski, and FC Barcelona. Assessing the current logjam in Bayern Munich’s attack. Check out the three center-backs linked to the Rekordmeister this week. Why we addressed the Julian Nagelsmann rumors when we really don’t care what he does. Borussia Dortmund is getting closer, but is not quite there yet. Why I get the attraction to So Cal. This was also the final episode of season one of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast. Hopefully you have enjoyed it (or at least tolerated it!). As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date cove

For the first time ever, BFW is doing a three-person show! Hasan Salihamidzic has been a perennial subject of controversy at Bayern Munich, and with his contract set to run out next season, we decided to do a deep dive on his record and what he has achieved in his tenure as sporting director. With the Sadio Mané saga fresh in everyone’s minds, it seemed like a good time to finally tackle this issue. In this episode, INNN, Tom, and Schnitzel discuss: Our opening thoughts about Brazzo and how he has conducted his business at Bayern Munich. Does Brazzo deserve the flack he gets for failing to extend certain contracts? Talking about the communication issues at Bayern, especially the Robert Lewandowski saga. The Niklas Sule incident — what happened there? Going through everything from top to bottom. Criticism of Herbert Hainer and Oliver Kahn. How much of their failings are being blamed on Brazzo? INNN tries to come up with some redeeming points for Brazzo. Maybe he learned his

Bayern Munich made a big move official this week with Sadio Mané joining from Liverpool. He received a warm reception from the bosses in Munich. However, while the Robert Lewandowski saga was put on the backburner for a bit, this does not mean that that topic is by any means over. Both Mané and Lewandowski are discussions on today’s podcast which cover the following topics: Mané’s transfer can almost be regarded as a “status” transfer in that Bayern remains a hugely attractive destination. Robert Lewandowski might be forced to stay regardless of how he feels. Sasa Kalajdzic rumors persist; this might mean that Bayern might believe that there is a chance that Lewandowski will leave. Fans have short memories. Brazzo needs to keep up his streak of good transfers so far this summer. If Konrad Laimer is signed, Julian Nagelsmann’s job next season might get just a little bit harder. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podc

Bayern Munich have completed the signing of Sadio Mane! The Liverpool FC winger joins on a deal worth €32m + €9m in add-ons, which looks like a great deal given the current state of the market.  Helping INNN on this reaction show is Fergus, who makes his podcast debut! Be sure to welcome him warmly.   In this special edition podcast, INNN and Fergus discuss the following: Our first reactions to the Sadio Mane transfer — are we excited or cautiously optimistic? Does Bayern Munich need to sell either Robert Lewandowski or Serge Gnabry to afford their massive spending this summer? Could the Bayern board have done better with the money spent on Mane?  Moving onto the actual positives (for a change) — does Mane’s arrival mean Leroy Sane is sent to the bench?  How the player’s presence affects both the dressing room and mood of the fanbase overall.  Where will Julian Nagelsmann use Mane? Where do we want to see him used? On the left with Alphonso Davies, or as a center-forward once Lew

We’ve reached a point where there’s a bit of a lull in competitive matches for both club and international football, but there’s been plenty of news to follow in terms of Bayern Munich’s activity in the transfer market. They’ve already secured the signing of both Noussair Mazraoui and Ryan Gravenberch from AFC Ajax while Sadio Mane’s move from Liverpool is a done deal pending his medical later on this week. The trio of players have certainly been positive additions to Julian Nagelsmann’s squad, though we still don’t know what the near-term futures hold for both Robert Lewandowski and Serge Gnabry. Germany also had a slew (four to be exact) of UEFA Nations League matches that gave Hansi Flick a chance to make some adjustments to his squad and get a good look at some players that he hasn’t had the chance to do so for in recent international breaks. They finished their slate of matches with a draw to Italy, a draw with England, a draw with Hungary and then an emphatic win over Italy to cl

There is a lot of moving and shaking these days Bayern Munich and we’re covering it all here at BFW. This week, though, some of the biggest pieces of news were not necessarily always revolving around transfers. Take a look at the big topics we have on tap for this episode: A deep dive into the relationship between Joshua Kimmich and Julian Nagelsmann. A look at Leroy Sane’s extended slump and why 2022/23 might not be so kind to the sometimes dazzling attacker. The latest transfer reports on Robert Lewandowski, Sadio Mane, and Serge Gnabry. Ryan Gravenberch’s arrival at Bayern Munich. Some sad news on some of our favorite prospects. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic

For anyone fretting Germany’s recent performances, former Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick had quite a way to make people feel a little bit more assured. Germany smacked Italy 5-2 in a match that really was not even that close. Die Mannschaft was dominant from the outset and never let up. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at how the scoring went down. What looked different in this match for Germany as compared to some previous games. The offensive explosion fueled by Timo Werner, Thomas Müller, and others. A good showing from the squad’s outside backs. Why Leroy Sane needs to catch a break of some sort to get back in gear. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you are the type of person who loves the drama surrounding sports — and you also love Bayern Munich — then this was a week built for you. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at the latest news on Robert Lewandowski, his — alleged — pompous exchange with Julian Nagelsmann, and why it is probably time to find a good deal and send him packing. Why there might be cracks in Nagelsmann’s foundation at Bayern Munch. An update on Konrad Laimer and why it might take until July for teams to get serious. An appreciation of Germany’s recent success. Bayern Munich’s more-than-serious work in trying to acquire Liverpool’s Sadio Mane. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com

Germany put forth an excellent effort in drawing with England 1-1 in the UEFA Nations League. Die Mannschaft played an exciting, intense style in an environment that felt more like a Euro 2024 finale than a regular UEFA Nations League tilt. Here is what we have on tap: An appreciation of former Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick and the impact he has had on the squad. Why it now makes sense that Germany might have been sleepwalking a bit against Italy. Jonas Hofmann re-paid Flick for his belief in him. Flick is getting the best out of a lot of players, including Ilkay Gundogan. Why this was a terrific sign of things to come for Germany, despite the unfortunate — and very unlucky — ending. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome back! It’s been a week since our last podcast and a huge chunk of the Bayern Munich squad is back in the spot with Germany finally back in action for the UEFA Nations League. Given that the World Cup is only months away at this point, these games versus Italy, England, and Hungary are invaluable for Hansi Flick to assess the state of his squad and their reaction to his tactics. The first test vs the Azzurri ended in a draw, and there’s already plenty of talking points from that one. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss: Our first impressions from Germany’s performance against Italy. The huge problem Hansi Flick has with Serge Gnabry and Leroy Sane. Why Kai Havertz and Thomas Muller should be starting regularly together for the national team. Did Jonas Hofmann secure his spot in the XI for Germany? Why does Hansi Flick keep playing Thilo Kehrer? Who we want to see in the starting lineup versus England in midweek. How Bayern’s problems under Nagelsmann might soon becom

Typically when you hit up the Weekend Warm-up Podcast, you will hear some analysis and positivity — but we threw that out the window this week. It is not time to panic yet, but it is time to wonder if anyone knows what the hell is going on at Bayern Munich these days. After a crazy week of news, this is what we have on tap: A look at Robert Lewandowski’s verbal cutting of ties to Bayern Munich. Examining the potential move for Sadio Mane. How Serge Gnabry’s rejection of a €19 million offer shows there is something bad brewing at Bayern Munich. Why Julian Nagelsmann’s job is going to be a lot harder in year two. A look at the lack of direction and reactionary action from the Bayern Munich front office. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and m

It’s been two weeks since our last main episode, and plenty of news has come out since then. While there are no games to talk about, Bayern Munich are at the center of a transfer storm involving clubs across Europe. While Robert Lewandowski continues to push for a move to Barcelona, Brazzo and Nagelsmann eye Liverpool’s Sadio Mane as a major transfer coup for the summer. Meanwhile, the fanbase begins to speculate about what the squad will look like in two months. In this episode, INNN and Teddy discuss: The Sadio Mane transfer in-depth — how much would he cost, where would he play if he comes, and how would Bayern use him? The implications of signing Mane on the rest of the squad, especially Robert Lewandowski and Serge Gnabry. Potential pitfalls of a Mane to Bayern transfer. Should Bayern Munich switch to a striker-less system next season? Can Julian Nagelsmann really pull off a system without a striker? Does he even want to? The problem with switching to a system without a stri

Another week is in the books and Bayern Munich news was flowing per the usual. With Robert Lewandowski’s transfer saga drawing numerous headlines, a new signing to man the right defensive flank, and a whole lot more going on, we had plenty to chat about. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at the latest on Lewandowski, Bayern Munich’s no-win situation, and why it is no shock that Real Madrid and Chelsea are both trying to get involved. Real Madrid’s pursuit of Serge Gnabry and why the Germany international probably is leaning toward leaving. Sadio Mane and Sala Kalajdzic...are you in or out? The signing of Noussair Mazraoui, the latest on Ryan Gravenberch, and why the midfielder might not be the best use of money. Bayer Leverkusen’s aggressive week and why the Bundesliga might view Bayern Munich as susceptible. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on B

Bayern Munich’s offseason got off to a rousing start. Robert Lewandowski wants to leave the club for FC Barcelona. Sporting director Hasan “Brazzo” Salihamidzic has suddenly found his position within the organization in some jeopardy (if you believe certain reports). Bayern Munich was linked to serial underachiever Ousmane Dembele — and about a dozen other options who can play one forward role or another. We had a poor finish to the campaign, some contract drama, typical FC Hollywood storylines, and an early start to silly season form a “WTF Voltron” to get us going and it is not even June yet. Yup, it has been crazy. This is what we have on tap for this episode: Chuck and Jake talk through Robert Lewandowski’s situation, what might happen, and the huge hole he would leave in the lineup. Some options to replace the Polish international. Brazzo’s new drama. A little praise for Eintracht Frankfurt. Why no one wants Ousmane Dembele even if he has some tantalizing ability. As always

Well, the bombshell dropped. Since our last podcast, Robert Lewandowski has officially confirmed that he wants to leave Bayern Munich this summer. This is obviously the biggest news of the week, but since we already covered the topic of potential replacements in previous podcasts, we here at BPW decided to take a different track. In addition, please welcome our new podcaster — Teddy Son! He was gracious enough to hop in when another scheduling issue threatened to delay this episode further. In this episode, INNN and Teddy discuss: Does the Bayern Munich board deserve blame for this Lewandowski mess? How the board has conducted self-sabotage in major contract negotiations since 2019. How the board forgot the human aspect of negotiations. Defending Hasan Salihamidzic and (some of) his work for the club. The strange vibes of Herbert Hainer and Oliver Kahn — too corporate for Bayern Munich? Why Lewandowski’s ugly contract saga leaves a bad taste in the mouth. Discussing alternatives

Bayern Munich, in keeping with the theme of the season, took a 0-2 lead and then succumbed to a 2-2 draw against VfL Wolfsburg. In this podcast, we look at: Bayern’s revamped lineup including Josip Stanisic Some sneaky criticism of Julian Nagelsmann Mullendowski’s possibly last combo goal The game being a microcosm of Bayern’s season A look back at the game that might have virtually ended Bayern’s season Thoughts about future transfers including possibly Sasa Kaladjzic Thoughts on Stuttgart’s survival Why Bayern should care about Stuttgart’s survival Thoughts on where Alphonso Davies should play Leroy Sané — What on earth was that miss? A reminder about why winning the Bundesliga is difficult Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc

Bayern Munich will close out its season against Wolfsburg this weekend, but we had plenty — and I mean plenty — to talk about and discuss this week. Here is what we have on tap for this week’s episode: A look at why the latest news about Robert Lewandowski wanting to leave Bayern Munich is devastating and is made even worse by the fact that the Bavarians also missed on Erling Haaland. The Norwegian seems set for a move to Manchester City. We also tackle the alleged discontent growing between the Bayern Munich coaching staff and front office. Can the two sides get aligned? Moreover, why weren’t the philosophical differences hammered out during the hiring process to see if everything was a fit? Why Marcel Sabitzer probably should look to leave Bayern Munich even if he wants to stay. A look at the latest on those rumors surrounding Konrad Laimer and Frenkie de Jong. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for a

Bayern Munich will close out its season with a match against Wolfsburg. Surely, the Bavarians will be looking to get three points and finish off a very good campaign — even if it only yielded one trophy. Here is what we have on tap for the final Preview Show of the season: A look at where each team is in the table and the recent form of each squad. A glance at the talent on the Wolfsburg roster and some thought on why next season will probably be make or break for Florian Kohfeldt. A guess on Julian Nagelsmann’s formation and lineup. With several players banged up or unavailable, we could get a strong dose of the squad’s regulars for at least the first 60 minutes of the match. A prediction on the match. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/

It’s a little late but we got one recorded! Bayern Munich have played their penultimate game of the season and the transfer rumors are in full swing. We have news about Serge Gnabry, Noussair Mazraoui, Ryan Gravenberch, and the surprise news that Liverpool’s Sadio Mane is Brazzo’s dream target for this summer (yeah right). Plenty to talk about, so give it a listen! In this episode, Samrin and INNN discuss: A review of Bayern Munich’s draw to Stuttgart, because we couldn’t do one on Sunday because of scheduling conflicts. Nagelsmann’s reluctance to use younger and fringe players since clinching the title. Why fans should cut Tanguy Nianzou some slack. How Niklas Sule leaving puts Bayern’s long term defensive planning into flux. Switching gears to transfers — does the Sadio Mane rumor make any sense? Why it would be better for Nagelsmann to not get any big expensive signings this summer. Parallels between Kovac, Ancelotti, and Nagelsmann. An unscheduled interruption — thank

Another week is in the books and after Bayern Munich’s controversial trip to Ibiza, things didn’t really settle down. An unfortunate loss to Mainz and the Ibiza fiasco were followed by a big contract extension, and a whole lot more — which resulted in a good discussion from Chuck and Jake on a number of topics. Yup, two dudes doing a Weekend Warm-up podcast at the same time! Here is what we have on tap: A look at Thomas Müller’s contract extension, what it means for the club, and how Julian Nagelsmann could have tough decisions to make. A discussion on Robert Lewandowski’s contract status and why it just makes sense for him to play at least one more year at Bayern Munich. Thoughts on where Leroy Sane stands after two years and how he’s lived (or not lived) up to expectations. Borussia Dortmund’s new acquisitions and why they could be building something good. A look at the week in Europe as Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City choked...again — and some admiration for the Europa League’s

Simply put, this game means everything for VfB Stuttgart and absolutely nothing for the Ibiza Bunch...err, Bayern Munich. I kid, I kid. I could not care any less about the Ibiza trip, but the Bavarians will have to play much better — and will need to show more life — than they did last week. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each squad is in the table. A look at the recent form for both squads. Some key players to watch for VfB Stuttgart. Why this match could go a long way in determining if VfB Stuttgart gets relegated. The after-effects of some youngsters being left out of the squad last week. A guess at who Julian Nagelsmann might start (Hint: This could be a very veteran-laden lineup to start the match). A prediction on the match. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and mor

It’s been a while since we’ve been able to record one of these, but the Bavarian Podcast Works main show is back! In the time since we last recorded one main episode, Bayern Munich have been knocked out of the Champions League by Villarreal, won the league for the 10th straight time in a row, and all anyone can talk about is the fact that Robert Lewandowski might be leaving the club this summer. So, I guess that’s fun? In this episode, Tom and INNN discuss: The Robert Lewandowski saga — the key numbers, mainly salary and contract length. What is really going on behind the scenes? Options to replace Lewandowski (Haaland, Haller, Lukaku, etc.) and why they don’t make sense. Addressing the Cristiano Ronaldo rumors specifically (because why not?) and why Ronaldo’s situation is actually very relevant to the current Lewy debate. Why Lewandowski probably doesn’t want to leave Bayern just yet. Switching gears to the season retrospective — how does Nagelsmann’s first season stack up again

Sometimes, that post-title hangover can hit a team hard. Bayern Munich were sleepwalking on the pitch against Mainz today and paid dearly for it, although the scoreline is nowhere near as bad as it could’ve been. Even allowing for the fact that team captain Manuel Neuer and vice captain Thomas Muller did not start in the XI, this was an unacceptably poor performance from Bayern, characterized by a strong lack of effort and leadership. Unfortunately, since the game comes after we’ve already won the title, it doesn’t make sense to overanalyze every single thing. Here are our talking points from the game: How Julian Nagelsmann didn’t go far enough with experimenting with the lineup. Why Alphonso Davies’ positioning in the hybrid back-three/four system compromises his defending. Marcel Sabitzer may have sealed his future with this game. Bayern Munich’s mentality problem under Nagelsmann — an inability to deal with adversity. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the supp

In the wake of Bayern Munich’s 10th consecutive Bundesliga title being clinched, some fans felt a little bitter thinking about what might have been for this season. While that might be natural, take a little time from thinking about what didn’t happen and focus on what did. 10 straight league crowns is no joke! On this episode, we tackle that topic and a whole lot more. This is what we have on tap: A look at Bayern Munich’s title run and why it’s okay to just celebrate the accomplishment even if you feel like this squad should have done more. The latest on Robert Lewandowski contract talks and where things might be headed. Erling Haaland spent “hours” talking to Hasan “Brazzo” Salihamidzic at the sporting director’s home...what does that mean? Bayern Munich’s others option at striker should Lewandowski bolt. Why that story about Bayern Munich’s last ditch effort to get Nico Schlotterbeck might be true. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to

Bayern Munich has already clinched the Bundesliga title for the season, but there are still three games to go. The Bavarians will squad off against a pesky Mainz 05 squad and Julian Nagelsmann could deviate from his normal set of starters in an attempt to give the club a chance to look at some of the lesser used boys, along with a few youngsters. Nagelsmann’s player management will be the focal point for the match, but there is more to talk about as well, so this is what we have on tap: A look at where each team is in the table. Some squad news on Bayern Munich. A guess at what Julian Nagelsmann is going to do and who he is going to play. A prediction on the match. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a fitting image. Bayern Munich secured their tenth straight Bundesliga title by way of a 3-1 win over Borussia Dortmund in the ruckrunde installment of der Klassiker at the Allianz Arena. The season as a whole might be a bit of a disappointment, but take nothing away from Bayern becoming the first team in Europe’s top five leagues to have won ten titles in a row! Julian Nagelsmann lifted his first ever Bundesliga title and Thomas Muller became a record setter in that he’s become the first player ever to win 11 Bundesliga titles. With three match weeks left in the Bundesliga, Bayern will enjoy this for the time being. In this post-match episode of Bavarian Podcast Works, Tom discusses: CONGRATS to Bayern, Julian Nagelsmann, and Muller (11-time Bundesliga winner) Both sides cancelling each other out pre-Gnabry’s volley goal Gnabry’s goal opening things up Bayern’s missed chances in the first half BVB’s strong start to the second half The penalty call and non-call (Reus, Bellin

From potential transfers to the announcement of a friendly in Washington D.C. to Uli Hoeneß detailing why he slinked off into the shadows...this week had it all. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Julian Nagelsmann’s three big requests for the summer: A right-back, a defensive midfielder, and an attacker. The complicated situation surrounding Robert Lewandowski. How Konrad Laimer might fit at Bayern Munich. Serge Gnabry’s future is in doubt. Marcel Sabitzer has suitors, but might not want to move on. Some quick thoughts on the first episode of Better Call Saul. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is almost as if the Bundesliga scripted the season to reach this point: Bayern Munich vs. Borussia Dortmund at the Allianz Arena. Should the Bavarians win, they’ll wrap up a 10th consecutive league crown. Even with a draw, Bayern Munich would be in a prime spot to win the league barring a blockbuster collapse given that Dortmund would need to win the rest of the matches, hope for the Bavarians to lose the rest of their matches — and make up a pretty massive goal differential in the process. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each club resides in the the table (Hint: The top). A glance at the form and recent storylines surrounding each team. A guess at Julian Nagelsmann’s lineup. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog

Bayern Munich played its first game since being eliminated from the Champions League by Villarreal and the Bavarians swarmed an overmatched Arminia Bielefeld side by using a relentless and overwhelming offensive attack to capture a 3-0 victory. Using a back three, Julian Nagelsmann’s side went all-out on offense and just kept constant pressure on Arminia Bielefeld. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A recap of the match. A look at the starting lineup and how it functioned during a pretty dominant that only lack more goals. Serge Gnabry’s excellent showing. Why Tanguy Nianzou needs to away on a loan. The topic of tactics and why it is understandable that some players have been irritated with how things have played out offensively. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBa

What a week...and not in a good way. Bayern Munich edged FC Augsburg, but subsequently was bounced from the Champions League by Villarreal, saw transfer news break on several key players, and might have thrown its hat back in the ring for a center-back. The big news, however, was that aforementioned UCL exit, which we will talk about and discuss. Otherwise, here is what we have on tap for this episode: An in depth look at what Bayern Munich might need to do to be at a level to contend for the Champions League for next season. A personal heat check on where I am with Julian Nagelsmann. Bayern Munich’s re-entry into the transfer market for a center-back. Who can they get? Who should they get? The latest news on the contract negotiations/transfer status of Robert Lewandowski and Serge Gnabry. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Tw

As much as many players, coaches, and fans might not be ready for it, Bayern Munich has to get back to work. After a thoroughly disappointing elimination from the Champions League, Julian Nagelsmann is going to have to rally his troops to snap out of their funk and work on capturing another Bundesliga crown. Fatigued, weary, and probably a little banged up, Bayern Munich will face Arminia Bielefeld in a match that the Bavarians need to have in order to keep their stranglehold on the table’s top position. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: A quick chat on the after-effects of the Villarreal loss. A look at where each team is in the table and each squad’s recent form. A guess on how Nagelsmann is going to align his boys against Arminia Bielefeld. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on T

Bayern Munich unthinkably played to a 1-1 draw with Villarreal, which put the Spanish club through to the Champions League semifinals and sent the Bavarians packing from European play for the season. There is a lot to unload from this match, so let’s get right to it. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: The starting XI featuring a back-three was probably the best call for Julian Nagelsmann to get things started — it worked in terms of putting Villarreal on its heels and applying massive amounts of pressure. Despite all that, Bayern Munich came away emptyhanded in the first half. There was plenty of urgency, but no end product. The elation of Robert Lewandowski’s second half goal and why it seemed like Bayern Munich was going to pull through. The big decision: Nagelsmann pulled Lucas Hernandez in favor of Alphonso Davies in a move that could define the young manager’s first season in Munich. The aftermath and why this season is a failure that was set up by the events of la

It’s time for some action! Bayern Munich vs. Villarreal is upon us and the Bavarians need to pull out a victory here to move on. What we learned from the first leg of this tie, however, is that Villarreal will not go down easy and that it has the potential to make like hell for Bayern Munich. Can Julian Nagelsmann adapt with his tactics? Can the players on the pitch find a different way to attack that is more creative and precise than the previous effort? Will Unai Emery devise another game plan capable of frustrating the Bavarians into another loss? These are all questions that we touched on, but here is what we have fully on tap for the episode: A quick look the battle of the brains between Emery and Nagelsmann and why this might be a pivotal moment in Nagelsmann's career. Some thoughts on what frustrated Bayern Munich last time around, what could create danger for the Bavarians in this match, and why Villarreal needs to be taken seriously. A guess at how Nagelsmann will send out

Bayern Munich limped to a 1-0 win in a closely fought derby against Augsburg. Bayern earned a late penalty courtesy of a handball by Reece Oxford. The referee almost immediately pointed to the spot and Robert Lewandowski converted with a powerful penalty. In this podcast, we take a look at the following: That first half Joshua Kimmich’s performance Julian Nagelsmann’s substitutions More praise for Jamal Musiala No goals from open play in 180 minutes The ongoing issues impacting the backline The wingers, particularly Serge Gnabry Reece Oxford things Giving Augsburg credit where it’s due Augsburg’s notable performances The problems pervading Bayern currently Quick thoughts back to Freiburg and ahead to Villarreal As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71

The week was sort of normal until Wednesday initiated a run of craziness. Bayern Munich’s loss to Villarreal in the Champions League, followed the transfer craziness involving Robert Lewandowski and the Ajax duo of Noussair Mazraoui and Ryan Gravenberch really threw the latter part of the week for a loop. We hit on all of that and more, so check out what we have on tap: Where Bayern Munich went wrong against Villarreal and how things could get better on Tuesday. The potential acquisitions of Mazraoui and Gravenberch and why I don’t get one of the moves. Serge Gnabry’s negotiations and who has interest in the Germany international. The phenom who just won’t commit to Julian Nagelsmann. A couple of other items just for good measure. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choic

Bayern Munich will be looking to shake off its Champions League loss to Villarreal during its Bundesliga match against FC Augsburg this weekend. Die Fuggerstädter will not be a pushover, but Bayern Munich will be looking to get back on track and get things figured out. Here is what we have on tap for the episode: A look at where each team is in the standings and why Bayern Munich should be taking this match seriously despite its relatively big lead in the table. A look at two players to watch for FC Augsburg: Ricardo Pepi and Niklas Dorsch. Pepi is trying to establish himself after a winter transfer from MLS, while Dorsch is the Bayern Munich Academy’s Prodigal Son, who needed to leave to give his career a jolt — and has done just that. An internal debate on “Rest vs. Rust” for Bayern Munich manager Julian Nagelsmann as he tries to select a starting XI. We gave our best guess as well. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be s

Bayern Munich succumbed to a surprise defeat to Villarreal CF in a game which honestly could’ve seen the tie decided then and there. Julian Nagelsmann was out-coached and his players were out-played as the Spaniards ran rampant over a Bavarian side who looked decidedly second best. Lots of things to think about for the fanbase, the media, the players, and especially the coach. We did not expect this to happen. Here are our talking points from the game: Did Julian Nagelsmann get the lineup wrong? Should Alphonso Davies have started? What about Goretzka and Gnabry? Goal breakdown — what happened during the goal we conceded and who is at fault for it? The problems with Bayern Munich’s record-breaking offense. Why is Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Muller so isolated? Problems linking defense and offense. Why subbing off Thomas Muller is a symptom of what is wrong with Bayern’s attacking gameplan. How should we set up to win the game at the Allianz Arena? Who deserves the majority of

What a week, huh? Bayern Munich returned to action with a dominant (if controversial) 4-1 win over SC Freiburg, taking their lead in the Bundesliga to 9 points with only 6 games left to play. With the Champions League quarter finals now upon us, there’s plenty to talk about as we prepare for the business end of the season. In this episode, Ineednoname and Schnitzel discuss: Is the Bundesliga title race done and dusted? Complaining about how bad Borussia Dortmund have been this season. INNN makes a bold prediction about the title race. Does Schnitzel agree? Why RB Leipzig will probably be Bayern’s main challenger for the title next season. Skip to around 11 minutes if you’re only here for the Villarreal preview. How might Julian Nagelsmann line up against them? Talking about lineup options and the availability of Alphonso Davies, Leon Goretzka, and Robert Lewandowski. About the opponents: How did Villarreal beat Juventus to make it to the UCL quarters? Schnitzel tries to force I

Bayern Munich and SC Freiburg played out a first half low in expected goals and low in actual action. Bayern seemed dominant but not really likely to score until Leon Goretzka opened the scoring. We discuss the following in this podcast: Whether Bayern played with a back four or a back three The return of Leon Goretzka and his influence in midfield Nils Petersen’s moment The excellence of Thomas Müller Why Bayern might have gotten lucky today Why there seemed to be a lack of sharpness at times Making sense of the bizarre events toward the end The exclusion of Kevin Schade and Woo-yeong Jeong A thought or two on the upcoming Villarreal clash. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho

Another week is close to being in the books and there was plenty of Bayern Munich news for us to think about this week. Even with the Bavarians sitting out during an international break, the news and rumors were flowing. Germany looked relatively good during its set of games against Israel and the Netherlands, too, so let’s dive in. This is what we have on tap for this episode: Serge Gnabry is unhappy, but still wants to re-sign with Bayern Munich — and why this could be the right time to part ways. David Alaba is campaigning for Gnabry to move to Real Madrid. Corentin Tolisso wanted 12 million!? Bayern Munich would rather have Noussair Mazraoui than a new center-back. Jamal Musiala’s star is exploding. Germany has a right-back problem. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad

Right before the international break, Bayern Munich ousted Union Berlin in the Bundesliga, but there is no rest for the weary. The Bavarians will now face off with a pesky SC Freiburg side, who is looking to hang on to a top-six position. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where both teams sit in the Bundesliga table. The amazing season (so far) for SC Freiburg. Why German national team fans might want to keep an eye on Christian Gunter and Nico Schlotterbeck. A rundown of who might be in this week for Bayern Munich and why some key players might get the conservative treatment from Julian Nagelsmann. A guess on Nagelsmann’s lineup, why we are expecting the back-three to return, and how we might see Kingsley Coman at wing-back. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @Bavari

It was an international friendly but it didn’t feel like it at times as Germany faced the Netherlands on their home turf in Amsterdam. Two former Bayern Munich coaches went head to head and ended up sharing spoils and both teams came out of the match with pros and cons to consider. Unlike with the Israel match, there was plenty to discuss this time. Here are our talking points from the game: Hansi Flick surprises everyone by not going with a back-three after using it against Israel. How GOOD is Jamal Musiala? Just a loooong monologue on the amazing qualities of Germany’s golden boy. Should Musiala displace Leon Goretzka from the starting XI? A question for both Bayern and Germany. Reviewing the rest of the good performances — Leroy Sane, Thomas Muller, Timo Werner, and Nico Schlotterbeck. Now looking at the bad — Florian Neuhaus, Julian Draxler, and Julian Brandt. Yikes. Why Germany is nowhere near as deep as France and Hansi Flick should change up his selection decisions. Chang

We’re halfway done with the international break and there’s not much for Bayern Munich fans to talk about at the moment. Good thing Germany exists, or we’d have to cancel this podcast. Hansi Flick just beat Israel 2-0 with a bunch of fringe players on the National Team, and with it being a World Cup year and the Netherlands game left to play, there’s a lot to talk about. Of course, there were some transfer rumors too. In this episode, Tom and Ineednoname discuss: Germany’s weird setup against Israel. How individual players performed, especially guys like Havertz, Werner, Musiala, Raum, and Schlotterbeck. Did Hansi Flick copy Julian Nagelsmann back-three style setup with Germany? How will Hansi Flick line up the defense in Qatar? Who plays at right-back? Does Hansi have a problem with Baku? What kind of a setup will we see for the Netherlands game? Should Julian Weigl keep playing for Germany? Is Noussair Mazraoui worth the money Bayern are offering? Bayern Munich’s newfound rela

After Bayern Munich trounced Union Berlin 4-0 last weekend, the squad headed off for an international break. While some players reported to their respective countries for duty, some others are working to get healthy for the stretch run of the season. This break could not have come at a better time for the Bavarians — especially because there was ample for us to discuss, even without a game on the docket. Here is what we have on tap for this week’s podcast: The good timing of the international break for Bayern Munich, Germany’s slate of games, and why it will still be interesting to watch. Why Oliver Kahn’s new hands-on approach was needed and why a cup of coffee or a pint of beer are always a god way to strengthen relationships. Liverpool and FC Barcelona’s interest in Robert Lewandowski and why Bayern Munich should be wary of what Jurgen Klopp can offer (not just a big salary). Marcel Sabitzer’s uncertain future and why it might make sense for both sides to move on. Why Bayern Mu

The draws are in, and Bayern Munich will face Villarreal in the Champions League quarter-finals, setting up a potential meeting with Liverpool in the semis (if we make it that far). Meanwhile, the club secured a solid 4-0 win over Union Berlin in the weekend — a welcome boost for Julian Nagelsmann following consecutive draws in the league. Plenty to talk about, transfer rumors included. In this episode, Tom and Ineednoname discuss: What has been working and not working for Julian Nagelsmann in recent weeks? Is the back-three system on its way out at Bayern? Why Alphonso Davies is the most crucial element of Bayern’s Champions League campaign. Does Leon Goretzka immediately return to the team setup after his injury? Which Bayern midfield would Tom field against Liverpool? Talking about potential transfers — Matthias Ginter, Ryan Gravenberch, Mazraoui and the Raiola connection, Djed Spence, Pedro Porro, and more. Why Julian Nagelsmann should’ve given more chances to guys like Tang

Make no mistake - Union Berlin are among the most defensively solid sides in the Bundesliga. In fact, they were ranked 4th best among all BuLi sides in the defensive aspects of football heading into this tie. Bayern Munich had other ideas. Nagelsmann’s choices seemed near-perfect in what was an absolute tactical masterclass and a dominant performance from the Bavarians. Union Berlin pressed ferociously and defended with everything they had in the early minutes, but quickly fell prey to the mean Bavarian attacking machine, getting hammered 4-0 in the process. Here are the talking points from the game: Union Berlin’s style of play, and how Nagelsmann countered it Nianzou with a great performance... Stanisic quite solid, but still quite raw Bayern’s brilliant attack, Lewandowski is unstoppable A very good defensive effort (and a CLEAN SHEET!!!!) Neuer’s underrated contributions Midfield looking in control... Musiala growing into the 8 role? Overall assessment + looking forward L

The Champions League draw just concluded today and it’s official — Bayern Munich will face Villarreal CF in the quarter-finals. Not only that but UEFA served up some juicy ties this year in the form of brackets, with teams like Real Madrid, Chelsea, Manchester City, and Atletico Madrid all facing each other. Plenty to talk about, as well as a dreaded potential reunion with Liverpool. Here are our talking points from the draw: What do we actually know about Villarreal CF? INNN watched them knock out Juventus and he explains how they did it. Schnitzel and INNN discuss what Villareal could do to exploit Bayern’s weaknesses. Will Unai Emery play the same way, or will he change his tactics to deal with Nageslmann? Onto the other side of the bracket — Liverpool or Benfica, who will win? (Hint: Probably the one you think.) And then the other brackets. Can Chelsea beat Real Madrid? Will Pep overthink vs Simeone? A final note on the Villareal game and our expectations/concerns. How Vill

Bayern Munich had an absolutely crazy week off of the pitch. Aside of another frustrating Bundesliga effort against Hoffenheim, the major storylines were flowing for Bayern Munich. There was no shortage of things to talk about and this is what we have on tap for this episode: Niklas Süle’s injury, why it is a massive loss, and how this will give fans a preview for what life on the backline will look like next season. The lack of movement on Bayern Munich’s list of transfer targets. Understanding why Julian Nagelsmann might be unhappy with his roster and why there is a reason for concern that a gap exists between the coaching staff and front office. Erling Haaland’s rumored move to Manchester City appears to be getting closer. Why Robert Lewandowski feels disrespected and how re-upping him holds a key to the future. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfen

After a disappointing draw against Hoffenheim, Bayern Munich will host Union Berlin in another Bundesliga tilt where the Bavarians will seek to get back on track. While Union Berlin had a very strong start to the season, Die Eisernen have faded after losing Max Kruse during the winter transfer window. Everything about this match seems to show Bayern Munich should be able to dig up three points, but focus and consistency have not exactly been assets for the squad this season. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where both teams sit in the Bundesliga table. Why Union Berlin has fallen off. A hope that Bayern Munich has greater attention to detail this week. A guess on Julian Nagelsmann’s lineup — we are expecting Robert Lewandowski to play despite his injury. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany.

After a midweek break against RB Salzburg, the negative vibes are back as Bayern Munich have once again drawn a Bundesliga game. Just like last time, this game against Hoffenheim was a nightmare in terms of finishing for both sides — Thomas Muller was offside twice, Gnabry hit the post, Manuel Neuer made some great saves, and Robert Lewandowski is the only one who scored. Unfortunately, there wasn’t much good on display. Here are our talking points from the game: The dark side of the back-three, a reality check after Salzburg. Wingers are not wingbacks! Musiala is not playing the Thiago role, so what is he supposed to be doing? The problem with the midfield in terms of structure. Kingsley Coman remains one of our most important players. The absolute nightmare Thomas Muller had in terms of finishing. The massive xG problem Nagelsmann has — will this be acceptable in Europe? Once again, Nagelsmann gets his substitutions wrong. Muller never should’ve been subbed. Is the Bundesliga

Bayern Munich’s week was filled with craziness. A lackluster effort against Bayer Leverkusen was followed by a thoroughly dominant win over Red Bull Salzburg in the Champions League. The news for the club followed a similar up-and-down pattern. The word on injuries was great, but the transfer news was...surprising. Here is what we have on tap to discuss this week: The bad break that Bayern Munich’s Plan A in the transfer looks like it as failed: Chelsea center-back looks like he’ll sign with FC Barcelona. The Plan B options are not necessarily going to excite many fans as Gleison Bremer and Matthias Ginter could be the next men up. It seems like Bayern Munich has some squad planning and budget issues that are weighing on the folks at Säbener Straße. The tricky situation surrounding Robert Lewandowski. Why thew rumored replacements for Lewandowski probably won’t come to fruition. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich shook off a disappointing draw with Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga last weekend by throttling Red Bull Salzburg in the Champions League. Next up is a very good Hoffenheim squad, led by former Bayern Munich II boss Sebastian Hoeneß. Hoffenheim, of course, also features Bayern Munich loanee Chris Richards. The Alabama native is battling a foot injury and probably will not play, but the USMNT defender has made the most of his loan assignment. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where both teams sit in the Bundesliga table. A show of respect for what Hoffenheim has done this season. A look at why Bayern Munich might look to sell Richards despite his great progress. A somewhat educated guess at how Bayern Munich might align itself this weekend. A probably not educated prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Baye

WHAT. A. REACTION. After over a month of poor performances, Bayern Munich roared back into form with a massive win over RB Salzburg. Robert Lewandowski got a hat-trick, Thomas Muller stepped in with a double, Serge Gnabry and Leroy Sane both scored, while Kingsley Coman got his assist. Meanwhile, the rest of the team also came together to put on a dazzling performance that any coach would be proud of. Here are our talking points from the game: How nice it is to actually talk about a big win for once. What exactly did Nagelsmann change in his tactics today? Thomas Muller and Robert Lewandowski were not isolated anymore (FINALLY!). The new role of the wingers — Gnabry, Sane, and Coman take a step back. How Jamal Musiala showed his maturity and potential to grow. Giving credit to Julian Nagelsmann for turning things around and making changes. When Alphonso Davies and Leon Goretzka come back, who gets benched? Hopes and expectations for Bayern Munich in the rest of the season. As

Bayern Munich only played one game this week, but it wasn’t a win so the fanbase is slowly drowning in negativity. The hosts of this podcast are no different as this week we have nothing much in the way of good news to share. Still, there’s a Champions League game coming up in midweek, so we couldn’t just NOT record one of these. In this episode, Tom and Ineednoname discuss: The biggest problem against Bayer Leverkusen — is Bayern Munich’s offense starting to slow down? Previewing RB Salzburg, including a very negative prediction from INNN (no surprises there). What happens if Bayern Munich do get knocked out by RB Salzburg? Moving onto transfers and the board — should Frimpong be considered by Bayern? The secret meeting between Oliver Kahn and Mino Raiola this week. What if Bayern signs Pogba? (lol) The problem with the board trying to do contract extensions, especially Lewandowski. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bav

Well that wasn’t great. Bayern Munich just drew 1-1 against Bayer Leverkusen in a game that honestly could’ve been a loss if not for some awful finishing. Julian Nagelsmann looks like he’s treading water at the moment as his tactics and substitutions failed to net Bayern three points over a Leverkusen side missing their main striker. Questions will be asked about this one, and the answers won’t be pretty. Here are our talking points from the game: Definitive signs of mentality issues under Julian Nagelsmann. Why Omar Richards should be the starting left-back as long as Alphonso Davies remains out. Rounding out some of the other positive performances — Ulreich and Pavard. Another shutout game for Robert Lewandowski. Is Thomas Muller ineffective in this system? The big problem Jamal Musiala had today — good decision making held back by poor execution. Is Dayot Upamecano becoming a 42 million euro mistake? Warning signs for the upcoming game against RB Salzburg in the Champions Le

As Bayern Munich’s squad prepares for a big Bundesliga match against Bayer Leverkusen, the club was extremely active in the papers with a variety of stories involving the squad planning for next season.  Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A look at why Bayern Munich needs to step up its communication game with Robert Lewandowski, Thomas Müller, and others to avoid another Niklas Süle fiasco. The latest list of candidates to play right wing-back for Julian Nagelsmann next season.  A few thoughts on why Bayern Munich might not need to spend money on Arminia Bielefeld’s Stefan Ortega. The potential for a starting three-man center-back crew of Lucas Hernandez, Dayot Upamecano, and Benjamin Pavard for next season.  Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

Bayern Munich will host Bayer Leverkusen in what should be a very intriguing Bundesliga match-up. The Rekordmeister sits in first place, while Die Werkself is 14 points behind the pace-setters in third place. Certainly, a win for Leverkusen would be a huge boost the squad. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team sits in the table and the recent form of the two clubs. Why Bayern Munich fans want to keep an eye on both Florian Wirtz and Jeremie Frimpong. How Bayern Munich might line-up — which could change a million times because of all of the uncertain statuses for Julian Nagelsmann’s squad. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch

It’s going to be another long week without any midweek fixtures, but it sure is good to see Bayern Munich back to winning in dominant fashion. If you had asked me if I thought Bayern were capable of coming out of an Eintracht Frankfurt away game with a victory and a clean sheet, I would’ve scoffed at the thought 2 weeks ago. But now that it has happened, this team sure looks like they can grind out the wins again. However, looking at the not-so-distant future, there are quite a few things the club needs to sort out: impending contract extensions, signing defensive reinforcements, analyzing the future of the Bayern midfield, and managing campus talents. This podcast would be covering these topics, with a few more bits and pieces added to give Take-home points from the Eintracht game Defensive situation and potential targets for the summer Contract extensions and the “big 3” The curious case of chef Gnabry (who has been starving us for a while) Sabitzer’s performances, and areas wh

Bayern Munich have finally played a good game! Shockingly, the performance came against Eintracht Frankfurt away, a fixture which has given the Bavarians some significant issues in the past. With multiple players including Thomas Muller still out, this could’ve been a chance for the Eagles to smash and grab three points from the Rekordmeister. Bayern didn’t let that happen though, and even managed to get a clean sheet for their efforts. Here are our talking points from the game: What was the formation Nagelsmann used today? Was it a 4-2-3-1 or something else? The paradoxical nature of the defense — setup vs performance. A full midfield review, including Joshua Kimmich’s great game and a potential future between him and Musiala in a pivot. So it turns out you don’t need 20 attackers to create chances. Who knew? Robert Lewandowski’s role compared to usual. How Julian Nagelsmann can build on this performance in the coming games. Why an unglamorous win was a step in the right direct

Another work week is almost in the books and, as always, Bayern Munich provided a lot of material for us to ponder.  A whole lot. Somehow, Thomas Müller testing positive for COVID-19 again became one of the more normal stories of the week. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  Examining the report on Julian Nagelsmann’s desire to make a back-three based formation permanent.  Jamal Musiala’s transition to the central midfield. The wild rumors surrounding Erling Haaland, Corentin Tolisso, and Serge Gnabry. Bayern Munich’s begrudging evolution to becoming a selling club.  Marcel Sabitzer’s future is on shaky ground with Bayern Munich. A guest appearance from Javi Martinez for a new segment called “Dong Watch”...okay, I’m kidding (no, we will not be discussing Javi’s bulge breakdown). A quick take on “The Book of Boba Fett.” Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWor

Bayern Munich will square off with a notorious thorn in its side: Eintracht Frankfurt. The Bavarians seems to have at least one disappointing effort against Die Adler each season, but even with the squad’s awful injury situation, this should be a match where the team can power through its opposition. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A crazy stat on Julian Nagelsmann’s own struggles against Die Adler. Each team’s recent form and where they sit in the table. Why Eintracht Frankfurt is potentially not as much of a threat as in recent years. A rundown of the litany of injuries Bayern Munich is working through. Why we should see a back-four and how the team could line up against Eintracht Frankfurt. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelB

Some much needed positivity is back in the Bayern camp and here on our podcast! Bayern Munich dismantled Greuther Furth with a dominant 4-1 victory that featured a brilliant second-half performance and a gameplan that Nagelsmann should stick to for prolonged success. The substitutions and the tactics in this game were spot on, and it showed on the scoresheet. Robert Lewandowski had another brace, which is just the same as saying “bread is bread and cheese is cheese”, Jose Mourinho style. In other words, just another routine game for the Pole, who continues to cement himself at the very top of football’s annals. The defense was also very solid, with Süle having a great showing, Upamecano and Pavard having something of a redemption arc starting to materialize, Hernandez being his usual solid self and Omar Richards looking very bright. So yeah, loads of talking points, and the podcast features quite a few of them: The starting lineups and the formations of both teams The tactical change

A loss, a draw, and some turmoil: This was really not your average week at Bayern Munich. Fans are irritated, the front office is clapping back at the media, and everyone from Julian Nagelsmann to Dayot Upamecano is being called out to improve. FC Hollywood is back, baby! This is what we have on tap for this episode: The five things we learned this week, including: Bayern Munich’s front office might be getting too sensitive, Serge Gnabry’s place on the squad could be in doubt, Nagelsmann isn’t happy with the teams transfer strategy, Bayern Munich is prioritizing a leader at center-back and an attacking player for the right defensive flank, -- and I learned that I don’t believe the coaching staff and squad planners are fully in alignment with how to put this team together. A look at how excited I am for the start of Better Call Saul to start back up in April. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us o

Bayern Munich is coming off of two consecutive poor showings in a loss to VfL Bochum and a draw with Red Bull Salzburg. Can the Bavarians right the ship and get back headed into the right direction? That is just one of the topics we discuss on this week’s preview show. Here is what we have on tap: A look at the Bundesliga table and the recent form of both teams. A quick dive into some of the reasons that Bayern Munich is struggling. Could Phillip Quinn’s theory about the team not being right since the COVID-19 outbreak be right on the mark? A look at the potential line-up for Bayern Munich. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the devastating defeat to VfL Bochum, Bayern Munich have failed to bounce back by slumping to a disappointing 1-1 draw against RB Salzburg. Matthias Jassile and his men will actually rue the chances they missed as Bayern failed to mount any kind of pressure and only scored thanks to a moment of brilliance from Benjamin Pavard and Thomas Muller. With things looking dire on the pitch, coach Julian Nagelsmann has some tough questions to answer. Here are our talking points from the game: Is Julian Nagelsmann a fraud? Let’s examine that. The return of the back three and why that sucks. A quick review of each defender — Lucas’s masterclass, and Niklas Sule is probably in BVB already. Why doesn’t Omar Richards get chances? Why doesn’t Nagelsmann keep it simple? Once again, Serge Gnabry was terrible. Should we sell him? The problem with the offense, how Leroy Sane’s positioning affects Thomas Muller and that causes issues elsewhere. Robert Lewandowski is isolated — why???

The Chaaaaaaaampionnnnssssssss!!!!! Yes, the UCL is back, and I can already hear the anthem. Bayern Munich is going to face a talented RB Salzburg side, and unless the lineup is legit, it is going to get exposed by Salzburg’s attack, which features players Bayern has been linked to in the past - Karim Adeyemi and Brenden Aaronson. With Goretzka, Neuer, Davies, and Musiala all out, Nagelsmann definitely faces a tricky challenge and needs to make the right choices in both defense and midfield to churn out a victory. The game against Bochum was one to forget, and consolidating a spot in the top 8 of the UCL with a dominant, resounding victory against Salzburg in the first leg could do a lot to make amends and help us quickly forget that disaster class. The stage has been set. We roll. Here are the main talking points of the podcast: Salzburg’s form heading into the game Nagelsmann’s tactics, formation, and what needs tweaking A look at some of the talented Salzburg players and potenti

There really wasn’t a whole lot of positives to take away from the past week for Bayern, but in this episode of Bavarian Podcast Works, Tom and Schnitzel discuss: The loss in Bochum The cons of Nagelsmann’s all-out attacking lineup What will it take for some of the players like Marc Roca, Marcel Sabitzer, and Omar Richards to get more minutes Upamecano’s shortcomings and bad patch of form Potential Sule replacements and how paramount it will be for Bayern to find a top caliber replacement Serge Gnabry’s form and his forthcoming contract extension A BOLD opinion that Schnitzel has on Gnabry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thank god that’s over. Bayern Munich just got hammered by VfL Bochum in what was probably one of the worst performances from the season. Naturally this has the fanbase feeling rather upset, so here’s a postgame show that’s more of a rant than our usual standard fare. Please bear with us. Here are the talking points from the game: Talking about everything that went wrong with the lineup — this weird 4-1-4-1 with one midfielder. The massive problem that is Dayot Upamecano and the Bayern defense. A recap on the virtues of Alphonso Davies and why Nagelsmann desperately misses him. Why a one-man midfield was a bad idea (featuring Captain Obvious). How Nagelsmann has isolated Robert Lewandowski and neutered Bayern’s attack. Why the pressing has gotten so much worse under Nagelsmann. Why I am not actually hating on the coach. The problem with experimentation and unpredictability in the Champions League. Why is Nagelsmann not giving chances to younger players? As always, we love your

It’s a throwback episode to the old days when Chuck and Jake were the only knuckleheads talking Bayern Munich for Bavarian Football Works! It’s true, after a few consecutive solo runs, Chuck teamed up with Jake to cover the following topics for this episode of the Weekend Warm-up Podcast: Manuel Neuer’s surprising injury and whether or not Sven Ulreich will be up to the task in filling Neuer’s boots. A brief look at next week’s Champions League match against Red Bull Salzburg. The equally shocking transfer of Niklas Süle to Borussia Dortmund. The possibilities for replacing Süle, who the prime candidates are, and why Bayern Munich might need to think outside the box. Some quick thoughts on the entertainment world as Chuck gives a quick and dirty review of the latest season of Ozark, while Jake talks Succession and Euphoria. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jef

Bayern Munich has had an absolutely wild week off-the-pitch and things were even complicated with the team’s health as Jamal Musiala tested positive for COVID-19, while Sven Ulreich had a scare — before testing negative. There are certainly enough reasons for the squad to be distracted against VfL Bochum, so Julian Nagelsmann will be tested. Can the manager keep his players focused on the task at hand (VfL Bochum)? Or, will the team be distracted by the transfer drama surrounding Niklas Süle, next Wednesday’s Champions League showdown with Red Bull Salzburg, or the creeping thoughts about missing players like Manuel Neuer and Jamal Musiala? Regardless, this is what we have on tap: A look at the recent form of each team. A chance for players like Sven Ulreich and potentially Paul Wanner to shine. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Mu

Wow...so the news finally dropped and Bayern Munich fans had to feel stunned that it became official: Niklas Süle is transferring to Bundesliga rival Borussia Dortmund during the summer transfer window. Join us as we react to the deal and how we feel like it all got to this point. At one point, Süle seemed fit to play the role of generational center-back for both Bayern Munich and Germany, but something went off the rails along the way. What led Süle to move to Borussia Dortmund — especially when his salary might be the same as he was offered at Bayern Munich? What happened to the rumored big pay days that were going to be on the way from clubs like Chelsea FC or Newcastle United? Most importantly, how did we get to this point, where the player who has arguably been the team’s best defender will leave for free? As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany

Bayern Munich dispatched RB Leipzig with a 3-2 victory in front of 10,000 fans at the Allianz Arena. Julian Nagelsmann chose to start his team in the same back-three setup that got a resounding win against Hertha Berlin last month, but the results were a little more mixed this time round. Leipzig, as the most in-form team in 2022, gave Bayern a real scare multiple times in the game, managing to equalize twice before an own goal from Gvardiol eventually gave all three points to the home side. In this special two-person postgame analysis, Ineednoname and Schnitzel discuss: The lineup chosen by the coach, including a back-and-forth over the back three. The big problems with the defense at the moment — has Nagelsmann improved it at all? Serge Gnabry and Kingsley Coman as wingbacks, and whether that’s a good idea. The problem with ball progression and the attack at the moment. How many players have been extreme inconsistent this season. Why Nagelsmann doesn’t seem to want to sub

Bayern Munich will ramp back into action after the international break, but the news surrounding the squad did not stop as the team was out of action. There was plenty to talk about this. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A new segment to kick things off called “Five things we learned this week” Why Karl-Heinz Rummenigge’s statements about Niklas Süle and Marcel Sabitzer were unnecessary. Chelsea FC’s Andreas Christensen is Plan A for Bayern Munich to replace Süle and how there might not be a Plan B. Julian Nagelsmann’s outlook for where he sees Jamal Musiala playing in the future. Nagelsmann’s sleep talking exploits. Cobra Kai season four reviewed! What was great, where the missed, and why there could be cause to worry about where this is all going. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and mor

The Bundesliga is back after what seems like a long — really long — time. Bayern Munich will square off with RB Leipzig in a match that should be a great way to kickoff the next phase of the season after an ill-timed international break. Regardless, the Bavarians will be back in action and will be without Alphonso Davies and Leon Goretzka — two players who are vital to the squad’s success. This is what we have on tap for the episode: A look at where the teams are in the table. A quick take on RB Leipzig’s revival under Domenico Tedesco. A prediction on Bayern Munich’s lineup. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and mo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been over a week since Bayern Munich last played a game, and we’re suffering from withdrawal symptoms. There aren’t any games to talk about, so let’s talk transfers! Bayern didn’t do any business this winter, but the rumor mills have been turning. No, we’re not gonna discuss meme transfers like Thomas Muller to Everton, but there’s plenty more else to get into. In this episode, Tom and Ineednoname discuss: Talking about the ins and outs of the Niklas Sule decision — why is he leaving, and could Bayern have done more to keep him? Who should replace Niklas Sule — Andreas Christensen, Antonio Rudiger, Chris Richards, or maybe someone else? The question marks over Leon Goretzka’s fitness, and what that means for the club going forward. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelB

There might not be a game for Bayern Munich this weekend, but it was an extremely eventful period nonetheless. The news was certainly not the best if you are a fan of Niklas Süle, so examining the fallout from his expected departure is right atop of this week’s agenda. This is what we have on tap for this episode: Niklas Sule’s upcoming exit and a walk through of the top candidates to replace him. Will it be Matthias de Ligt, Nico Schlotterbeck, Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen, or Matthias Ginter? Or “maybe it’s something really cool that I don’t even know about” like Frank the Tank said in Old School. Could Bayern Munich have a legitimate shot to get Erling Haaland if Robert Lewandowski leaves? Alexander Nübel’s future at Bayern Munich is dependent on the length of Manuel Neuer’s contract extension. Why the FC Bayern: Behind the Legend documentary was terrific, painful, genuine — and ultimately well done — all at the same time. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Work

Bayern Munich sure never leaves us in need of things to talk about. You might be used to hearing two hosts on the Bavarian Podcast Works flagship show, but everyone else has been abducted (I think?), so you’ve got me on a solo mission to discuss the following topics: A look back at Bayern Munich’s dominant effort against Hertha Berlin. Niklas Süle’s potential exit from Bayern Munich, what it means from a sporting perspective and a financial perspective, and how even though it might seem like a big hole, the club will be able to replace him (at least somewhat). Breaking down why moves for FC Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong and Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz probably won’t happen. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about you

Bayern Munich entertained against Hertha Berlin in one of the best performances (granted there are many) under Julian Nagelsmann; Bayern passed the 100-goal mark in the Nagelsmann era. In this post-game podcast, we cover the following: A quick look back at the game Thoughts on the back three and Benjamin Pavard Bayern’s best center-back pairing Dayot Upamecano’s error Serge Gnabry’s inconsistency and why he should still be on the team Bayern’s positional fluency Bayern’s line-up and why it worked What Hertha was lacking today and who they could have used to cause Bayern more trouble Thoughts on Thomas Müller’s and Leroy Sané’s performances What today told us about Bayern moving forward As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn

It was a big week in the world of Bayern Munich as Robert Lewandowski received a big honor and we received contract news on Serge Gnabry and sporting director Hasan “Brazzo” Salihamidzic — along with a potential move for Denis Zakaria. This is what we have on tap for this episode: Why Lewandowski deserved better from Lionel Messi. The latest on a potential contract extension for Gnabry. Somewhat begrudgingly giving Brazzo respect and acknowledging he deserves a contract extension (even if he royally botched the Hansi Flick ordeal last season). The potential transfer of Zakaria, what it might cost, when it could happen, and who might be affected on the roster. How far along I am in with the Bayern documentary and where I stand on the other shows I’m watching. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffe

With no DFB-Pokal to worry about, Bayern Munich had the opportunity to get rested and healthy this week, which should there are plenty of bad things in store this weekend for Hertha Berlin. Die Alte Dame is not exactly lighting the world on fire and, truthfully, it is tough to find many reasons that Hertha Berlin would be able to slow down Bayern Munich. This is what we have on tape for this episode: A look at where each team sits within the Bundesliga table. The legitimate threat that Hertha Berlin could end up in a fight for its first flight life. A look at who is in and who is out for Bayern Munich. What Julian Nagelsmann’s starting XI selections on the backline and in the central midfield might tell us about futures of players like Niklas Süle, Marcel Sabitzer, and Corentin Tolisso. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and

It has been a good week for Bayern Munich fans (and even more so if you’re also an unabashed Liverpool fan like Tom) on the back of a resounding 4-0 victory against FC Köln that featured a Lewandowski goal hat trick and a Thomas Müller brace of assists. But of course, there are also some other topics of discussion that have popped up in recent weeks, and BFW’s dynamic duo is back to talk about them in length! In this episode, Schnitzel and Tom discuss: That dominant victory against Köln Kinglsey Coman’s contract extension The contract situations of Neuer, Lewandowski, Müller, Gnabry and Süle Bayern’s new-look midfield duo: Rolisso Why Sabitzer shouldn’t be starting at LB (another Schnitzel rant) The FIFA Men’s Best Player award, and why Lewandowski will be snubbed again The performances of the 3 nominees the past year The mighty clubs in the Uber Eats league and how Messi cannot stat pad against them A brief look at the international break Learn more about your ad choices.

Here are some of the key talking points in the podcast: Enjoying the victory; some cheer and confetti The statistics and the extent of domination displayed in the game Top performances in the attack, special praise for Bayern’s ‘Müllendowski’ duo Discussing Bayern’s new “Rolisso” pivot Analyzing the defensive performances A mini-rant on the misuse of Sabitzer Final thoughts, and things to look forward to Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a shocking loss to Borussia Mönchengladbach, Bayern Munich will be looking to rebound against FC Köln. While much of the focus has been on how the Bavarians will perform this weekend, the club had a pretty big week in the board room and in the newspapers. Not only did Bayern Munich lock up Kingsley Coman through 2027, but we saw a lot of other information drop on other players. This is what we have on tap: Coman’s new deal, what it means for Bayern Munich, the formation, and the other wingers on the roster. Niklas Süle’s unfortunate status and why Nico Schlotterbeck is the preferred option should Süle bolt. Where things stand with Manuel Neuer, Thomas Müller, and Robert Lewandowski. The interesting news that Bayern Munich has made contact with Mino Raiola over Erling Haaland. The shame of me not watching the Bayern Munich documentary as of yet and why I need to get on Cobra Kai and The Book of Boba Fett ASAP. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support!

When looking at Bundesliga managers, you would be hard-pressed to find anyone doing a better job than FC Köln’s Steffen Baumgart. Of course, Bayern Munich’s Julian Nagelsmann and SC Freiburg’s Christian Streich have also done pretty well, but with the Billy Goats sitting in sixth place, it is hard to think many other coaches could take that FC Köln roster and take it to these heights. With the Billy Goats an absolutely worthy opponent, Bayern Munich absolutely need to being its “A” game — and not the same lifeless effort it had against Gladbach. Here is what we have on tap: A look at where each team sits in the table. Why FC Köln is dangerous. The players we’ve seen identified as possible starters for Bayern Munich. What the Bavarians need to show even with a lineup that once again will not be operating at 100%. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date co

After a long (and unintended) hiatus, BPW is finally back with a new episode! While we were gone, Bayern Munich concluded the winter break and came back to a disastrous Covid-19 situation at the club. Up to TEN players tested positive before the game against Borussia Monchengladbach, which the team ended up losing 2-1 to start off the new year. Not great, all things considered — but it did give us a lot to talk about. In this episode, Ineednoname and Schnitzel discuss: The crazy situation with Covid-19 at the club, and how Julian Nagelsmann has coped. Were the players who tested positive (guys like Lucas Hernandez, Manuel Neuer, etc.) irresponsible by going abroad during vacation? Why was Bayern hit so hard by Covid? Another tangent on the state of the Bundesliga, stemming from frustration with how Gladbach play. Moving onto our main topic — has Marcel Sabitzer been a flop at Bayern Munich? Schnitzel gives an impassioned defense of the Austrian. INNN is unmoved. The problem(s) w

Bayern Munich entered its big Bundesliga showdown with Borussia Mönchengladbach banged up, sick, and with not even enough depth to really fill out a lineup card. That said, the Bavarians still had enough talent to pull out three points, but...that did not happen. This is what we have on tap: A breakdown of the scoring. The lineup was truly the land of misfit toys. Bayern Munich started out great, but lost the momentum pretty quickly. Gladbach is truly Bayern Munich’s bogey team. There is no disputing this. Some thoughts on how the team played without so many key players. How to just shake this one off and move a long. There is plenty of football to be play in the second half of the season. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn

At this point, it feels like Bayern Munich is battling the Black Plague, Godzilla, and Thanos all at once, but such is 2022. Even with all of that, the Bavarians have an exciting match against Gladbach and a whole lot more to talk about. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A quick look at why Bayern Munich vs. Gladbach is exciting. Why Julian Nagelsmann should walk into the locker room before the match, flip over a table and tell his team, “We’ll do it live!” The latest news on Kingsley Coman’s transfer saga and why he might be taking control of the situation. Why Bayern (hopefully) will not be making a run at Ousmane Dembele or Raphinha this summer. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi

We recorded this podcast working under the assumption that Bayern Munich will actually be facing off with Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Bundesliga. Will it really happen? No one seems to know at this point, so we’re just going to proceed like normal (though absolutely nothing is normal in 2022 so far). Anyway, let’s take a quick look at what is on tap for this episode (and it would be shocking if most Bayern Munich fans are not heading straight for the tap to watch this one): A look at who is in and who is out for this match. Why Gladbach might be even more of a mess at this stage than Bayern Munich. Some excitement for seeing the Bayern youngsters. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about you

Bayern Munich is not on the pitch, but that does not mean there is not a lot to talk about. The big news has mostly revolved around the transfer market, but also with a former manager. Here is what we have on tap for the episode: Chuck and Tom reuniting...and it felt so good! A look at some of the biggest names that have been linked to Bayern Munich including Raphinha, Donny van de Beek, Denis Zakaria, Matthias Ginter, and more. A look at Niko Kovac’s unfortunate situation with AS Monaco. An appreciation of another fantastic season of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Seriously, it was awesome from start to finish. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich might be on break, but there was plenty to talk about as the team closed out an extremely strong Hinrunde.  During the preseason, there were some doubters unsure if Julian Nagelsmann was the right man for the job in Bavaria, but whether you like him or not, you cannot argue with the bottom line results. Bayern Munich is a juggernaut.  This is what we have on tap for this episode:  A brief thanks to the BFW community for all of the ongoing support.  Lamenting that I couldn’t link up with Tom Adams for a two-man show.  An astonishing moment recognizing I was actually alone and had an empty house (so I drank beers and did a podcast).  A look at the coaching, defense, midfield, and attack during the Hinrunde.  Updates on Sergino Dest, Niklas Süle, Marc Roca, and Corentin Tolisso. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on

The Hinrunde is over and Bayern Munich are officially the winter champions! Borussia Dortmund’s loss to Hertha Berlin means that Julian Nagelsmann is officially 9 points clear at the top of the table after his first half-season in charge of the club — one of the best starts to a new season since Pep Guardiola. Still, there’s plenty to address regarding the circumstances of this Hinrunde, which we took the liberty of doing.  In this episode, Ineednoname and Samrin discuss: What the hell happened to Borussia Dortmund this season?  The general decline in the quality of the Bundesliga this season.  Why losing great coaching talent has cost the league dearly.  We start talking about Nagelsmann 10 minutes in if you can’t listen to discussion about other teams.  What grade do we give Nagelsmann?  Samrin explains her reasoning first.  Can Bayern Munich compete with the top teams in the Champions League right now?  Should Nagelsmann have been given a 5-year contract?  How the coach is

Another game, another three points for Bayern Munich as the Bavarians crushed Wolfsburg 4-0 in a dominant showing that might have been more about how hapless the Wolves were instead of how impressive the home team was. Thomas Müller’s early goal seemed to deflate Wolfsburg and things did not improve for Florian Kohfeldt’s side. Clearly, the Wolves have A LOT of work to do if they want to save their season. Here is what we have on tap: A recap of the match. Bayern Munich’s dominance and Wolfsburg toothless play made for no contest. The Nagelsmann Effect. Müller continues his excellent season. Thankfully Robert Lewandowski scored or he might have exploded (this is a running theme). As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about

Hey everybody! We are back for another Weekend Warm-up Podcast! This is the last edition before the team breaks, but rest assured, we’ll keep trudging forward to bring you our BFW brand of craziness even while Bayern Munich is maxing and relaxing. Because of the Uber-condensed week, I’ve combined the Wolfsburg preview show into the Weekend Warm-up Podcast. I believe this is what you might call, “More Chuck for your buck!” Anyway, here is what we have on tap: A quick look at Bayern Munich vs. Wolfsburg. A review of the Champions League draw fiasco. An examination into Bayern Munich’s Plans A, B, and C for the summer. Some thoughts about why Bayern Munich really needs to throwing timing to the wayside and go after Erling Haaland. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tom

It was a workmanlike effort from Bayern Munich in defeating VfB Stuttgart 5-0. The Bavarians were, perhaps, a bit lucky at times but used a few strong individual performances to carry the day. Here is what we have on tap:  A recap of the match. A choppy start on a bad pitch and an aversion to using the central midfield in the build-up. The unfortunate injury to Kingsley Coman.  A magnificent performance from Niklas Süle, who just locked down anyone near him. Serge Gnabry’s revival and why it was important for the Germany international to have a strong showing.  The need for a strong performance on Friday against Wolfsburg.  As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After much huffing and puffing from UEFA, the Champions League Round of 16 draw is finally over, and Bayern Munich will definitely face RB Salzburg in the next round. This particular draw was rather eventful and had tonnes of controversy — at first, Bayern drew Atletico Madrid after all. Anyway, we just had to discuss all of that in an immediate reaction show. Please enjoy. Here are our talking points from the draw: INNN flounders trying to figure out what Salzburg are and how they might stack up. Schnitzel explains some of the important players at the Austrian club and how they’ve fared this season. A debate about Bayern target Karim Adeyemi — is he actually good, or just overhyped? Relief that we don’t actually have to face Atletico Madrid. Clowning UEFA for their botched draw. A review of the rest of the Round of 16 fixtures, including our picks for who will go through and why. INNN and Schnitzel disagree on their favorites for the Champions League. We move onto a preview fo

Now that just felt like a roller coaster ride, but one right after you’ve had a heavy lunch. Bayern Munich’s performance against Mainz was unimpressive, workmanlike and had a lot of heart-in-the-mouth moments, but the hosts edged out with a 2-1 victory thanks to some individual brilliance and a momentary turn of the tide in the second half. Mainz were fantastic, and made Bayern Munich fight hard to earn the win. The defense was particularly stellar, with Alexander Hack and Moussa Niakhate being the showrunners. Kingsley Coman and Jamal Musiala both scored a great goal each and ensured Bayern won at home. This win means that Bayern go 6 points clear of Dortmund at the top of the table, which is a comfortable cushion heading into the last couple of games of the hinrunde. Here are the major talking points of this podcast: Mainz’s sustained pressure and organized press Bayern Munich’s defensive blushes Super suspect defending Nonexistent midfield and underperforming wings Musiala’s

Bayern Munich is playing its third game since last Saturday and after two HUGE victories, it would be easy to think that the Bavarians could be primed for a letdown.  With so many key players out and a huge dissing of its star player via the Ballon d’Or mess, the Bavarians might just be playing with a chip on their collective shoulder. Hopefully for Bayern Munich fans, that is the case. Here is what we have on tap:  A look at where each team is in the table. An acknowledgement that Germany U-21 star Jonathan Burkardt deserves Bayern Munch’s full attention.  A guess at Julian Nagelsmann’s line-up. A prediction on the match. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich had another big week.  After a somewhat controversial victory over Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker, the Bavarians took on FC Barcelona in the Champions League — and subsequently sent the Catalans packing to the Europa League. While that was the big news of the week, we’ve got even more on tap: A look at the fallout from Bayern Munich’s big victory over FC Barcelona. Joshua Kimmich is struggling with the after-effects of his bout with COVID-19, so maybe people should lay off hammering him and hope he feels better soon. Some thoughts on the rumored pursuit of Nico Schlotterbeck and what that might mean for Bayern Munich’s existing core of defenders on the roster — and out on loan. A quick take on the new season of It’s Always Sunny In Philadelphia and what other comedies always make me laugh out loud one or more times per episode.   Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter

The group stage of the Champions League is over, and Bayern Munich have come out of it with a perfect record. 6/6 wins, 22 goals scored, only 3 conceded. Barcelona are, meanwhile, on the other end of the spectrum — even with a new coach in Xavi, they find themselves haplessly knocked down into the inferior cup competition because they simply did not have the quality to stand toe to toe with the Bavarians. Here are our talking points from the game: A quick look at the lineups of both sides, including some points on the nuances of Xavi’s setup, including his use of Dembele, Araujo, and Sergino Dest. How the game went — basic recap including the game state and the feel of the goals. Why Barcelona didn’t manage to capitalize on their decent start. How Benjamin Pavard and the Bayern defense actually had a GOOD game for a change! A quick recap of the Bayern midfield, focusing on the performances of Jamal Musiala and Corentin Tolisso. Can this pivot be an option going forward? A complai

The final matchday of the Champions League group stage is here, but Bayern Munich have nothing but pride to play for. That’s a good motivator for sure, but not compared to the stakes at play for FC Barcelona. The Catalans NEED a win because it would likely guarantee them qualification to the Round of 16 — an almost existential necessity given their financial issues. Of course they could also bank on Benfica losing in the other game, but their new coach seems like a more courageous type. Should be an interesting contest. Here are our talking points ahead of the game: The major problems at Barcelona, starting with their basic setup. How things have changed since Xavi took over from Ronald Koeman. What is it that Barcelona need at the moment? The answer will shock you! Should Bayern Munich rest players against Barca? Why Bayern’s performances in the Champions League are more important than ever. Is it finally time for Niklas Sule to start a game again? Should he be in for Upame

Another week of Bayern Munich related action has passed us by, and it’s provided plenty of food for thought. Julian Nagelsmann is hitting the first speedbump of his tenure, as injuries and absentees pile up while the performances get increasingly more desperate. Meanwhile, Robert Lewandowski was once again robbed of a deserved Ballon d’Or award, and the Bundesliga isn’t allowed to have spectators again. Not great news, all things considered. In this episode, Ineednoname and Samrin discuss: Why Julian Nagelsmann is doing his best Carlo Ancelotti impression at the moment. The problems with Bayern’s tactical setup — starting from Alphonso Davies’ positioning and the consequences of the pseudo back-three. Thomas Muller’s strange role, and how it negatively affects the rest of the system. The problem with Leroy Sane right now — is it fatigue or another slump? Where are the young players? Why doesn’t Musiala play more often? Nagelsmann vs Flick — there’s something missing from this Bay

In this special edition Bavarian Podcast Works Postgame Show, Tom and Schnitzel team up to discuss: Bayern’s midfield being run right through The back line getting exposed far too often The brilliance of both Thomas Muller and Lewandowski Dayot Upamecano struggling vs. Haaland The NEED to have Joshua Kimmich back Our verdicts on how Corentin Tolisso paired Leon Goretzka in midfield Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As another eventful year in football comes to a close, Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund once again gear up for a game which is undoubtedly the biggest in German football. People may not like the name “Der Klassiker” because, technically, this game isn’t a classic derby — but you can’t deny that the fixture has a compelling enough history to be its own thing at this point. There’s never been a game between Bayern and BVB that is considered low-stakes, which is good for the fans because things never get boring. Here are our talking points ahead of the game: The situation with ghost games in Germany, and reports that the Klassiker may end up with limited capacity. Key absentees for both Bayern Munich and BVB, especially the situation with Joshua Kimmich. The return of Erling Haaland, and problems he could cause Bayern defense. Bayern’s issues with the midfield for this game, including reports that both Goretzka AND Kimmich could be out — who replaces them and what should we worry a

What a week… Bayern Munich was trapped in the middle of roughly a billion stories, but none were bigger than the botched Ballon d’Or. That subject — and a few others — were the focus of this Weekend Warm-up Podcast. Here is what we have on tap: The reality that Robert Lewandowski was, indeed, better than Lionel Messi in 2020 and 2021 — and why the fanboys and bots just need to get help. The insane Pini Zahavi rumor mill that the super agent totally contrived in an attempt to put some early pressure on Bayern Munich to extend Robert Lewandowski. A dive into Der Klassiker and what Bayern Munich might to try and cover for the potentially gaping hole on its midfield. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this flagship episode, Tom and Schnitzel discuss: How Julian Nagelsmann has dealt with a depleted squad in recent works What works and doesn’t work with the back three vs. the back four The hectic upcoming schedule and if rotations will be made The Ballon d’Or and how Robert Lewandowski should 100% win it Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich never gave up in a hard fought game in the Bundesliga against Arminia Bielefeld. Leroy Sané showed once again that he is a special talent by scoring a spectacular goal, not quite Arjen Robben-esque, but a goal of the importance of Robben’s goals. Here is what we discussed on the podcast: Was this a good performance or was it not? Why did the Bundesliga schedule Bayern-Bielefeld as the match of the day? A look at some individual performances of the Bayern players A look around the Bundesliga and what else happened aside from Bayern-Bielefeld The absence of Joshua Kimmich Why I would like to see Bayern play with a back four rather than a hybrid three/four As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad c

After a one-week hiatus, the Weekend Warm-up Podcast is back and there was quite a bit to look at after the crazy week that Bayern Munich had. Here is what we have on tap: A quick note of thanks to all of the listeners, readers, and BFW staffers who worked together to make this site the best Bayern Munich blog/fan zone/meeting of the minds on the internet. A look at how COVID-19 is impacting the squad and why it could prove to be disastrous for the team this season. Why Joshua Kimmich needs to figure out how to move forward. Why Bayern Munich should make it a point to stomp out FC Barcelona. A quick look at the transfer rumors linking Dusan Vlahovic, Frenkie de Jong, Gavi, and Pedri Bayern Munich. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more

Bayern Munich welcomes Arminia Bielefeld to Munich in the Bundesliga. Their encounter in the previous season in Munich was very entertaining and ended in a 3-3 draw. Julian Nagelsmann will be hoping for better results after a hard-fought victory over Dynamo Kyiv in midweek in the UEFA Champions League. In this preview, we looked at the following: Bielefeld’s recent turnaround in form after a poor start to the season Bayern’s injury headaches and more Covid-19 headaches! Bayern’s remaining fixture list ahead of the winter break Some thoughts on Borussia Dortmund’s mindset after their exit from the Champions League in the hands of Sporting Lisbon Some thoughts on Bayern’s performances against Dynamo and Augsburg As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwi

Bayern Munich had to fight through the blustery conditions and against a pesky Dynamo Kyiv side, but was able to walk out of Ukraine with a hard-fought 2-0 victory in the Champions League. It was not always easy. The cold, the sloppy conditions, and the patchwork line-up all had to be worked through and the Bavarians eventually were able to overcome all obstacles.  Here is what we have on tap:  The cold, snowy, and uncomfortable conditions. Robert Lewandowski’s fantastic bicycle kick goal.  The moment where Bayern Munich decided to take over.  The unsustainable nature of playing without so many key players.  The risk of wear and tear on players like Lewandowski and Thomas Müller. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more abou

Bayern Munich have survived another week of football, and things are very gloomy at the moment. The vaccine debate has started spiraling out of control, while the surprise loss to Augsburg on Friday has left a sour taste in fans’ mouths. Of course, this just gives us plenty of things to discuss on this edition of Bavarian Podcast Works. Here are our talking points for this episode: Bayern Munich have decided to dock unvaccinated players’ salary while they’re in quarantine. Is this the right decision, and what could be the fallout? The controversy surrounding Bayern’s association with Qatar, and the delaying of the member’s motion ahead of the next AGM. Cursed Bayern sponsorships. A preview for Bayern Munich vs Dynamo Kyiv (no preview show this week). The trouble with Marcel Sabitzer at the moment. A prediction for the game (that wasn’t by INNN). As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up

Bayern Munich return from the international break not with a bang, but with a whimper as the German champions slumped to a 2-1 defeat against FC Augsburg. No one saw this loss coming, but some worrying trends have begun to emerge under coach Julian Nagelsmann. What’s going wrong here? Here are our talking points from the game: Why Nagelsmann got his lineup completely wrong, starting with the three-man backline and its demerits. How playing Serge Gnabry at RWB causes a cascading effect on the rest of the system. Why Benjamin Pavard is simply not performing at the level required for Bayern Munich. How Niklas Sule might be the most important player in this team’s defense. Marcel Sabitzer’s midfield woes, and why he may be becoming Leroy Sane 2.0. The absolutely perplexing state of the back line. What is going wrong here? Is it the tactics, or the personnel, or something else? Criticizing Nagelsmann’s subs. The curious case of Jamal Musiala, and why we should be worried about his d

The international break is finally over, and we are back in Bundesliga business. Bayern Munich face Augsburg this weekend, with many key players coming off of some stellar performances for their countries. Yes, Augsburg haven’t been great so far this season, but they do have the tools to frustrate Bayern, and their compact defensive block could be difficult to break down. However, with the Bayern boys in free scoring form, here’s hoping that they can bag more goals while keeping a clean sheet against their Bavarian rivals. A tall order, but one that is certainly doable, considering the form and the depth of this squad. Here are the key points covered in the podcast: A recap of the international break and how Bayern players fared The form of Bayern and Augsburg heading into the fixture Bayern Munich’s injury situation Key players and predicted lineups A final scoreline prediction As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian P

With Bayern Munich on break this week, you’d expect there to be very few topics for a Bayern fan podcast to discuss, but you’d be wrong! Turns out that this club is never truly free from controversy, and we here at BPW are obligated to discuss it. In this episode, Samrin and Ineednoname discuss: How Bayern Munich should deal with its quintet of unvaccinated players, including Joshua Kimmich. The consequences of allowing players in the squad to remain without the vaccine, especially in relation to mandatory isolation and the Champions League. If Hansi Flick should continue calling up unvaccinated players for Germany. Why Bayern having so many unvaccinated stars is terrible for the club's PR. The squad dynamics surrounding the vaccine decision, and why it’s not exactly easy for Nagelsmann or the Bayern bosses to convince Kimmich and co. to get vaccinated. Moving on to Germany — what are Flick’s chances at the World Cup? Areas of concern ahead of Qatar 2022. Is Jonas Hofmann the a

Germany turned away a scrappy Armenia side for a 4-1 victory in the squad’s final World Cup qualifying match.  The Germans got ahead early and never looked back. While Armenia was tough and rugged, it was completely outclassed by Hansi Flick’s team, which was operating without several key pieces.  Here is what we have on tap:  A recap of the match and how Germany was able to pull away for the victory.  A look at how the “Flick Effect” has taken shape with Germany.  Germany’s newfound ability to just take care of business rather than letter inferior teams hang around.  What things might look like moving forward for the German. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany, after thrashing 10 man Liechtenstein, will be taking on Armenia in another chance for Hansi Flick to try new things ahead of the World Cup next time. Germany scored nine last time out but that will probably not be the case this time around. Here are our talking points ahead of the game: Additional absentees coming into this clash against Armenia Why Kevin Trapp should start in goal Why Matthias Ginter should start at the back Double pivot options including Gündogan/Arnold or Neuhaus/Arnold Potential line-up for Germany barring no injuries in the World Cup Germany’s options up-top including Karim Adeyemi High hopes for Lukas Nmecha up front As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas

Bayern Munich is on break, but that certainly does not mean that things have slowed down. From Germany reconvening under Hansi Flick to COVID-19 exposures to multiple injuries to German players to Leon Goretzka getting kicked in the face, there has been a lot going.  Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A glance at how Bayern Munich closed out SC Freiburg before hitting the break, including some concerns about the offensive spacing.  A quick look at Germany’s week at training camp under Hansi Flick.  The rumors that Chelsea FC could be making a player for Karim Adeyemi, while FC Barcelona could try to bring in Timo Werner.  As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic

Germany wasted no time in taking advantage of an early red card on Liechtenstein and cruised to a 9-0 victory despite have a makeshift line-up. Things went so well that Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka even survived a flying kick to the face relatively unscathed. Hansi Flick’s boys got creative and were looking for new and inventive ways to score, while Liechtenstein was just out there trying to absorb the onslaught and put on a brave face. Here is what we have on tap: A look at the crazy lineup that Hansi Flick rolled out. A recap of the scoring. Germany was thoroughly dominant even before the red card. Some thoughts on the rest of the thrashing. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi

In this episode of Bavarian Podcast Works' Flagship show, Tom and Schnitzel discuss: Bayern's lack of squad rotation... a recurring theme with Bayern coaches? Why are Sabitzer and Musiala not seeing the light of day? Why Süle is currently better than Pavard, and why he could be our permanent solution for the RB spot Lewandowski as the prime Ballon D’Or candidate Some Ligue 1 banter; picking apart other claims Discussing which clubs can give Bayern a good fight in Europe ... and of course, some Liverpool talk throughout the course of the episode (blame Tom) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Games against Freiburg are rarely easy; but Bayern Munich found a way to beat Christian Streich’s tough and gritty Freiburg side, 2 - 1. Leon Goretzka, excellent on the day, started the scoring; Robert Lewandowksi added a second late on which would matter very much as Freiburg would get a goal back late on via Janik Haberer. The following are our talking points: The changes both coaches made The importance of Leroy Sané and how Julian Nageslmann deploys him in the team Robert Lewandowski’s evolving role in this team SC Freiburg’s position in the table and why that is no fluke What SC Freiburg did really well in this game As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here we are...here the bleep we are! It’s the Weekend Warm-up Podcast coming off the heels of a big week for Bayern Munich. After a couple of big wins and just ahead of yet another international break, the Bavarians look like they are back to normal. Here is what we have on tap:  A quick look at the successes over the past week in downing Union Berlin and Benfica.  A little frustration about the lack of rotation in some key spots from Julian Nagelsmann. Why Marcel Sabitzer should be playing more, even if he hasn’t been great.  Ditto for Jamal Musiala, who should also be getting more playing time.  The latest on Niklas Süle’s contract situation and the rumored interest from Newcastle United. As \ always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Lear

Bayern Munich will be back in action this weekend after trouncing Benfica in the UEFA Champions League. Facing them will be the Bundesliga’s only team yet to have faced defeat, SC Freiburg. Christian Streich would undoubtedly have a trick or two up his sleeve against Nagelsmann’s Bayern, and will be hoping that his well-drilled Freiburg, who sit comfortably at 3rd place in the Bundesliga table are able to cause the Bavarians some problems. This will be a tactical battle of the highest caliber and will be yet another important test in Nagelsmann’s first season. Here are the key points covered in the podcast: My love for Freiburg and why they are so good A big test for Nagelsmann Bayern The forms of both teams heading into the fixture Key players and predicted lineups A final scoreline prediction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich picked up a 5-2 win over Benfica in the Champions League in match that easily could have been a four or five goal margin of victory in favor of the Bavarians.  Benfica came out swinging early, but punched itself and let Bayern Munich right back into the match. The second half was entirely dominated by the Bavarians as well. Here is what we have on tap:   Julian Nagelsmann’s line-up was wild. Granted, Lucas Hernandez and Niklas Süle were injury, but I did not foresee Tanguy Nianzou getting the call, three wingers (Serge Gnabry, Kingsley Coman, and Leroy Sane), Thomas Müller on the bench, and no Jamal Musiala.  Bayern Munich’s strong first half that ended on a disappointing note with Benfica’s goal and Robert Lewandowski’s missed penalty. The strong start to the second half that paved the way to victory.   Bayern Munich’s swarming offensive attack. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow

Welcome to a spooky edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Flagship Show, which was recorded on Halloween.  Our staffers had a full schedule, so you were stuck with me to guide you through what happened this weekend with Bayern Munich and the Bundesliga overall. Here is what we had on tap for this episode:  A look at what was really important for fans to see from Bayern Munich when they squared off against Union Berlin.  The results in the Bundesliga this weekend and who at teams are surprising us.  Just a few guesses at what some Bayern Munich players might dress up as for Halloween. I had to check myself before I wrecked myself and only name a few so I did not have anyone hunting me down.  My list of Halloween candy favorites (Hint: There is a strong Hershey/Reese’s presence) and why I think Mallow Cups, Mounds, and Almond Joy are underrated.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to

Bayern Munich traveled to Portugal, the scene of their UEFA Champions League victory in 2020, to take on Benfica in the previous match-day; they beat the Portuguese side, 0 — 4. The goals came really late in that match with the inspiration being Leroy Sané. Since then, a lot has unfolded; Bayern were taken apart by Borussia Mönchengladbach in the DFB Pokal. The defeat, a record defeat for the Bavarians, 5-0, revealed weaknesses in Julian Nagelsmann’s side, including the inability to play around an incessant press. While that game was a one-off, the back-line did not look too solid against Union Berlin either. Where Bayern goes from here remains to be seen, although goal scoring does not seem to be a problem. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a

Wow, that was enough action to last 3 games. Bayern Munich’s game against Union Berlin in the Bundesliga was nothing short of a spectacle. This is what football fans flock to stadiums for. This was certainly a treat for the football neutral and a big win for the Bundesliga. The Bavarians came out all guns blazing in what was a statement win after the shambolic loss against Mönchengladbach in midweek. This should be a huge morale boost for the team and should help in steadying Nagelsmann’s ship, which has faced some turbulent tides lately. There were a lot of points to talk about, considering the end-to-end, nail-biting nature of this game. Here are some of the major points covered in the pod: Union’s amazing gameplan and resilient, gritty style of play Robert Lewandowski the phenomenon Thomas Müller propaganda, and why he’s the best in his position Bayern’s issues in defense, specifically the right side. Julian Nagelsmann’s absence on the pitch and possible effects Bayern’s ret

As Bayern Munich prepares to try and knock off the cobwebs, we at BFW are looking to get our weekend started right — with an episode of the Weekend Warm-up! Here is what we have on tap:  A look at the risk that comes with being on the wrong side of a devastating blowout.  The most recent news on what might happen with Red Bull Salzburg’s Karim Adeyemi, along with the Bayern Munich tandem of Niklas Süle and Kingsley Coman. Yes, I am watching Squid Game and no, I have not seen the new episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm yet.  Are you into sports gambling? I can’t get into the new school version of it and you won’t want to miss an old war story on gambling, covering high school ice hockey, and how bad things can get when your picture is in the newspaper.   As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support!Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner,

Bayern Munich is going to have to try and shake off the wicked shellacking it received in the DFB-Pokal against Gladbach by traveling to Germany’s capital for a match-up with Union Berlin.  With heavy legs — and potentially some shaken confidence — Bayern Munich will have to try and ease the sting of the embarrassment it likely feels after being horse-kicked by Die Fohlen.  Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A look at the form of both squads. A look at how Bayern Munich can get back on track. A guess at Bayern Munich’s potential lineup. A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich came out flat and paid for it dearly as it has suffered yet another second round exit from the DFB-Pokal. Somehow, this is more painful than losing to Holstein Kiel on penalties.  It is...I swear.  A curious lineup and a lethargic mentality led to Bayern Munich being absolutely blitzed by Borussia Mönchengladbach in a 5-0 defeat. Bayern Munich never looked like it was fully invested in making it a game.  Here is what we have on tap (not taps...like the song):  Bayern Munich’s backline was absolutely dreadful in every respect. Bayern Munich’s offense looked confused and frustrated. How does a team so talented come out so flat? Everybody has a plan until you get punched in the face.  Moving on...but learning in the process.  Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad

The DFB Pokal is back, and Bayern Munich have a nightmare opponent in store. For the third time this season, Julian Nagelsmann must face Adi Hutter’s Borussia Monchengladbach — a team which he has yet to beat in any meaningful way. Foals keeper Yann Sommer has been the bane of Bayern’s attackers for many years now, and he along with the rest of their team will be looking to knock the Bavarians out of the 2nd Round of the Pokal for the second year in a row. Here are our talking points ahead of the game: Our general thoughts on the matchup. A rundown of Gladbach’s form, including the tactical failings of coach Adi Hutter. Why Yann Sommer still scares us. The specific ways in which BMG can hurt Bayern Munich. Will Gladbach target Alphonso Davies again? Explaining why Gladbach vs Bayern is like a Togekiss vs a Garchomp (Nintendo please don’t sue us). What is going on with Florian Neuhaus? Which Gladbach player do we want to see at Bayern (not Neuhaus). A scoreline prediction for t

Another week has gone by, and there’s even more Bayern Munich news to talk about. Of course the big one is how Joshua Kimmich was revealed to be unvaccinated, creating a massive rift in the Bayern fanbase. We can’t dedicate a whole podcast to that, but we did discuss it and a whole lot of other topics relevant to the club and German football at large. In this episode, Samrin and Ineednoname discuss: Why El Clasico has lost its luster, and you should watch the Bundesliga instead.  Why German fans don’t seem to hate each other like Real Madrid and Barcelona fans do.  How the Bundesliga is marketed in India now, with ACTUAL PUNDITRY! Room to improve the marketing, especially in comparison to the Premier League. Samrin bullies INNN into remembering the names of three Bielefeld/Mainz players. The Champions League disaster from Germany in Europe.  A Haaland vs Lewandowski debate! How Thomas Muller fits Bayern like a glove.  Joshua Kimmich’s vaccine decision (final third of the podca

Bayern Munich danced their way past Hoffenheim in a fantastic performance; the game was over by the end of the first half as Serge Gnabry and Robert Lewandowski had scored by that time to give Bayern a 2-0 lead. Gnabry has been having a very productive season to date, scoring at a high rate. Lewandowski’s was a screamer which came courtesy of Thomas Müller outmuscling Christopher Richards off the ball and setting up the Polish striker. In the second half, goals from substitutes Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting and Kingsley Coman wrapped up the performance. Choupo-Moting is a deft finisher and tends to always scores these days when he comes on a sub. Coman’s goal was beautifully set up by Dayot Upamecano with a long range pass from the back. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. V

Another week is in the books and Bayern Munich made it exciting as always.  The Bavarians crushed both Bayer Leverkusen (Bundesliga) and Benfica (Champions League), lost Alphonso Davies to a minor injury, saw Leon Goretzka get sick, and found out Julian Nagelsmann tested positive for COVID-19. So, yeah, some things definitely went down.  Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A quick recap of the Leverkusen and Benfica matches — and what it all means.  The transfer rumors linking Chelsea FC’s Antonio Rüdiger and Fiorentina’s Dusan Vlahovic to Bayern Munich. A glance at Robert Lewandowski’s future.  A quick look at the upcoming slate of games that Bayern Munich will face — potentially without Julian Nagelsmann.  As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams7

After the 4-0 win over Benfica in midweek, Bayern Munich are (figuratively) top of the world. Therefore, as is the way of the world, Hoffenheim are lurking just around the corner to bring the Bavarians crashing back down to earth. This is par for the course for the Sinsheim based club, who have been a thorn in Bayern’s side ever since Julian Nagelsmann saved them from relegation all those years ago. In a way, Nagelsmann must face the monster he created — and he has to do it from quarantine, as he tested positive for Covid-19. Here are our talking points ahead of the game: How Bayern loanee Chris Richards stands to make an impression on the club bosses in this game. Tactical considerations for the lineup with Julian Nagelsmann set to miss the game. How the XI could look like, from the defense moving forward. Could Alphonso Davies and Leon Goretzka start? Why it’s high time for the coach to start Jamal Musiala and give Leroy Sane some rest. Some final thoughts on what we want to see

Bayern Munich have just cruised to another win the Champions League group stage, this time scoring four quickfire goals against Portuguese giants SL Benfica. This puts the Bavarians in a commanding position in their group with nine points out of a possible nine. Julian Nagelsmann couldn’t make the game due to a sudden flu, but he’ll be happy with the result his boys managed to get at the Estadio da Luz, the same place where Bayern clinched the treble a little over a year ago. Here are our talking points from the game: A recap of the extremely weird formation by Bayern, consisting of a back-three and asymmetrical wingers. Reviewing player performances from the top, starting with how Leroy Sane has surpassed his Manchester City form under Julian Nagelsmann. Talking about Marcel Sabitzer’s first start, and how you can’t help but feel disappointed by him so far. A quick recap of everyone else, including the beating taken by Robert Lewandowski from Otamendi and Vertonghen. A full break

Ah...the Champions League is back, baby!  Bayern Munich will travel to Lisbon, Portugal to take on Benfica in what should be a very entertaining match between an extremely deep and talented squad for the visitors and an experienced, veteran squad in Benfica.  Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  The recent form of both clubs. A couple of players that Bayern Munich fans should keep an eye on: Darwin Nunez and Julian Weigl. Nunez has been loosely linked to the Bavarians, while Weigl is a one-time Borussia Dortmund and German national team prospect, who seems to have found a comfort zone in Portugal. A prediction for the lineup and why we could see Lucas Hernandez at eft-back and Marcel Sabitzer filling in for Leon Goretzka. A prediction on the final score.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks

An international break just ended and Bayern Munich roared back into action with a dominant 5-1 win over Bayer Leverkusen. This game was supposed to a huge test for Julian Nagelsmann, as Leverkusen were unbeaten in the Bundesliga and were off to one of their best ever starts in the league. Safe to say, die Werkself didn’t put up much of a fight.  In this episode, Tom and Ineednoname discuss: The outcome of the Leverkusen game, and how convincing Nagelsmann seems so far.  The big positives that we see in the team.  What improvements are still needed.  How Lucas Hernandez’ legal issues affect Bayern Munich’s image.  What happens if Lucas goes to prison? Discussing the depth issue.  The dead-end careers of both Michael Cuisance and Marc Roca.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @The

Bayern Munich taught Bayer Leverkusen a lesson in compact, beautiful one-touch football by slotting five goals past them in the first half. Robert Lewandowski got the party started early on in the first half after Bayer Leverkusen’s back-line left Dayot Upamecano open to set up Bayern’s #9. Bayern had to defend quite a bit afterward as Leverkusen went searching for an equalizer. However, Bayern’s back-line would not be breached and remained compact, dealing with the likes of Florian Wirtz, Patrick Schick and Moussa Diaby easily. There were many star performers in the first half for Bayern but Joshua Kimmich, for the first time in a while, had a fantastic game. He has been solid this season but today showed what Kimmich, a ball-playing, holding midfielder, can do at full strength. Alphonso Davies started and did incredibly well; Leverkusen could not deal with him. Bayern’s goals came courtesy of Robert Lewandowski (2), Thomas Müller and Serge Gnabry (2). Be sure to stay tuned to Bavar

Bayern Munich is getting ready to kick back into Bundesliga action this weekend, but the club had more than a few big stories break this week — and we’re not even delving too far into Lucas Hernandez being summoned to Spain to face a prison sentence.  Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode:  A recap of Germany’s progress under Hansi Flick.  More noise surrounding Niklas Süle’s uncertain future in Bavaria. Robert Lewandowski’s rumored meltdown and why this probably has at least some validity.  Bayern Munich’s front office taking a look at what it might take to bring in Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland.  So relax, grab a beverage of your choice, and hang out with Bavarian Football Works for a while.  Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

Bayern Munich is back in action this weekend against Bayer Leverkusen in what should be an extremely fun match-up between two of the Bundesliga’s most exciting teams. On one side, you have Bayern Munich, who was steamrolling through all competition until butting heads with Eintracht Frankfurt. On the other side, there is a young and hungry Leverkusen side with one of the league’s most exciting players: Florian Wirtz. Needless to say, this should be a battle. Here is what we have on tap: The recent form of both sides. Admiration for each team’s phenom: Jamal Musiala and Wirtz. A guess on Julian Nagelsmann’s lineup. A prediction on the match. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co

If there was ever going to be a barometer to measure if Hansi Flick’s Germany is indeed better than Joachim Löw’s Germany, it would be this. Under their former manager, Germany had lost to North Macedonia (albeit a North Macedonia with Goran Pandev); that loss was Germany’s first in roughly two decades in a World Cup qualifier. The opposition was the same today and as long as Romania was able to beat Armenia, what was at the stake for Germany was World Cup qualification for Qatar 2022. Hansi Flick made some notable changes. As Antonio Rüdiger was absent due to injury, he inserted Thilo Kehrer into the heart of the defense next to Niklas Süle, played David Raum in the left-back slot and replaced Jonas Hofmann with Lukas Klostermann for the right back slot. He also left out Leroy Sané in favor of Kai Havertz for this one. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenne

Samrin and Schnitzel cover plenty of topics including: Leverkusen's resurgence Freiburg remaining without defeat Ridle Baku as right back and a real need for a left back (why not Günter?) Nagelsmann's approach to defeats Thoughts on Bayern's defenders: Upamecano, Pavard Quick thought about the Newcastle takeover  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany are heading into their second game of the international break. This time, they’ll be facing North Macedonia, who haven’t exactly been easy opponents lately (the 2-1 loss comes to mind). Granted, they now have a coach who can actually make the right decisions and field the right players, but a lot hinges on the forwards being able to convert their chances. It is almost certain that Germany will go into this game pressing from the start, and we will so no dearth of Bayern players, with 8 players getting called up (with Neuer out, that leaves Flick with 7 top quality Bayern options). Let’s hope Germany can continue with their winning streak. Here are the talking points: Remembering Germany’s time under Loew and that sad loss to North Macedonia A look at the two teams: main options, threats, etc. Defensive options, and who will get the nod The Timo Werner situation, and who starts in attack Overall lineup and scoreline prediction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc

Germany managed to scrape a win against an extremely well-drilled Romania side in what becomes the first problematic game of Hansi Flick’s short tenure. Starting with five Bayern Munich players in the lineup, the Germans went down early to a goal by Ianis Hagi and struggled to stamp their authority on the game. While Serge Gnabry and Thomas Muller eventually brought home all three points, questions will be asked about the nature of this performance.  Here are our talking points from the game: How Hansi Flick got his lineup and tactics completely wrong.  Giving credit to Romania for a strong performance at the back.  Why Timo Werner and Marco Reus should not be starting for Germany anymore — at least in the role they have currently.  The problem with Germany’s fullbacks at the moment.  Some lovely Thomas Muller propaganda, which we always love to hear.  Some experiments Hansi Flick needs to make in the upcoming games.  As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the suppo

A week without Bayern Munich? (Gasp!) It’s okay, we’ve still got some chatter on the Bavarians to yammer about. Tom Adams joins me for the Weekend Warm-up podcast and this is the slate of topics on the agenda:  Tom’s adult league the burning question on whether he drinks beer after the game. A discussion on Bayern Munich’s form heading into the break. The transfer rumors on Niklas Süle and Karim Adeyemi — and what we think should happen with those two players as it relates to Bayern Munich.  Hansi Flick’s commitment to Germany. A quick, non-spoiler review of the The Sopranos prequel, The Many Saints of Newark. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the international break now upon us, it’s time to shift our focus from Bayern Munich to Germany. Hansi Flick has made a winning start to life as Germany coach, and will want to continue gaining momentum in the buildup to next year’s world cup. However, there’s a lot of things to do and not much time to do it — he’ll have to be quick about his work. This October international break is the last one for a long time.  Here are the talking points before the game: Admitting the shameful fact that I know nothing about Romania.  How Hansi Flick might line up the team — formation, players, and so on.  The Timo Werner issue, and how Flick may be planning to revive him.  The midfield rotation problem — technically not a problem for Germany, but a headache for Bayern fans.  Potential options in defense. Could Niklas Sule be moved to right-back? Or will it be Jonas Hofmann? Who will play left-back for Germany? How about ... Leroy Sane?  As always, we love your feedback and appreciate a

Bayern Munich have completed another week of football without any major incidents, well at least if you don’t include the loss to Eintracht Frankfurt. Now, as club football enters another international break, we here at Bavarian Podcast Works take a look at some promised talking points from the last seven days. Full disclosure: this episode was recorded before the Bayern v Frankfurt game, so it doesn’t take that into account. In this episode, Ineednoname and Samrin discuss: The three-man backline, and why both hate it.  Addressing the classic “Chelsea use it, why can’t Bayern” argument, and why it doesn’t apply. Why Benjamin Pavard is a problem (new arguments this time!!!).  Have Julian Nagelsmann’s Bayern Munich been challenged yet?  Small tangent on goalkeepers, including Manuel Neuer, Gregor Kobel, and ter Stegen.  Who could pose a decent threat to this team.  Who are the big threats in the Bundesliga this season.  How Hansi Flick could line up Germany with the return of Tho

Bayern Munich perhaps could have had more and should have had more. Kevin Trapp, as opposition keepers tend to when they play Bayern, had a wonderful game and perhaps will go down as man of the match. Manuel Neuer was no slouch either, helping in build up play, coming to almost the halfway line to stop Frankfurt’s breakaways. Bayern had more shots (by far) and more possession; Leroy Sané had a good game and put in plenty of effort but could not find the back of the net. Robert Lewandowski was very quiet, marked out of the game. His opposite number in Frankfurt, Rafael Santos Borré was isolated and basically also marked out of the game. Bayern’s first goal came courtesy of an error by Marin Hinteregger; his pass would deflect off a Bayern player and find its way to Leon Goretzka who would score his first Bundesliga goal of the season. Hinteregger himself would equalize from a corner. Very late on in the game, Filip Kostic would score the winner to hand Frankfurt a first league win of th

Bayern Munich is looking unstoppable, and grabbed yet another lopsided victory against Ukrainian champions Dynamo Kiev in the Champions League. Nagelsmann has made all the right moves thus far, and this team looks really formidable and is certainly a treble contender. Yes, the new coach is yet to be tested by elite opposition, but the early signs are very promising. Bayern face Eintracht Frankfurt at home next, and we can safely expect a win from a team that’s looking overpowered right now. And on that note, we had quite a lot to discuss on this pod, most of it being quite positive (gasp!). Here are some of the topics we covered: Niklas Süle’s incredible form and the WhatsApp fiasco (again). Bayern’s superb recent form. Sabitzer’s lack of first team action, and what this means for him moving forward. More Bouna Sarr banter. Coman’s contract situation and whether he stays or leaves. Michael Cuisance slander. Cobra Kai, Game of Thrones and other stuff. As always, thanks for your

Bayern Munich will square off with Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga this weekend and the Bavarians will be looking to stay red hot.  Bayern Munich is on an incredible run where everything that Julian Nagelsmann has touched is turning to gold. Can Die Roten keep it going? I’d wager to say they sure can. Here is what we have on tap for the episode:  A quick look at who is out for Bayern Munich.  The crazy draw streak that Eintracht Frankfurt is embroiled in.  How Die Adler are less talented than in recent seasons. An appreciation of Filip Kostic.  Who might start for Bayern Munich.  A prediction on the match.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich absolutely throttled Dynamo Kyiv 5-0 behind a completely dominant effort.  This is yet another excellent victory in what has been a string of incredibly good performances. Julian Nagelsmann has his boys playing awesome in all areas of the pitch. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A rundown of who scored, who played played, who subbed in.  An appreciation of just how good things are going for Bayern Munich at this stage under Nagelsmann.  A question on why Marcel Sabitzer is not getting more time than he has? Is it a slow integration? Is he under-performing at training? The good feelings of seeing Manuel Neuer wrap up another clean sheet. Some thoughts about how dangerous this team might be.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams7

Bayern Munich is set to play yet another match in what seem like it has already been a loaded season. The Champions League is upon us and that means plenty of “English” weeks in the near future.  While Dynamo Kyiv might not be the strongest of opponents for Bayern Munich, the Bavarians can ill-afford to take any squad lightly. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A caution to be wary because Ukraine is having itself a good stretch.  A quick look at Dynamo Kyiv.  A complete and utter guess at what Julian Nagelsmann might do with this lineup.  A prediction on the match. As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich have completed another week of football which saw the team beat SpVgg Greuther Furth 3-1 (and nothing else, because the Bundesliga schedule isn’t hell-bent on murdering players). There were some interesting stories which broke during the week, including a series of leaked messages involving Niklas Sule and his agent, plus the news that Timo Werner WAS indeed supposed to join the Bavarians at some point. Plenty to talk about.  In this episode, Ineednoname and Schnitzel01 discuss: Mandatory pre-pod Arsenal banter.  Is Benjamin Pavard good enough for Bayern Munich? What are the alternatives to playing him?  What Niklas Sule’s leaked WhatsApp messages mean for his standing within the club.  Bullying Sule for his choice of clubs in the Premier League (Tottenham? Seriously?) Whether the failed Timo Werner transfer confirms the presence of division in the club.  A surprising plot twist near the end of the podcast.  A preview of next week’s potential topic.  As always, th

Bayern Munich shook off the crazy news that broke earlier in the day put another beatdown on another Bundesliga opponent. This time, it was SpVgg Greuther Fürth. Bayern Munich put forth a strong offensive effort and was never really seriously challenged defensively. In what has been a season full of dominant efforts, Julian Nagelsmann’s boys once again took care of business. Here is a quick synopsis of what we cover on the podcast:  A little bit different look for the starting lineup as the posted formation sure didn’t look like what we saw on the pitch. That unfortunate red card for Benjamin Pavard. The courage of SpVgg Greuther Fürth The continued excellence of Thomas Müller and Joshua Kimmich (even if he does need a rest). Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi

The Bayern Munich machine is rolling along and plowing through any team that gets in its way. Last week, it was VfL Bochum and over the next few days we will see the Bavarians take on SpVgg Greuther Fürth and FC Dynamo Kyiv.  Given its recent strength, Bayern Munich should add two more wins to its already stellar record.  Regardless, there was still a lot to talk about off the pitch this week with Bayern Munich. Let’s take a look at some of the big stories from this week, including:  The squad’s incredible depth. Benjamin Pavard’s desire to move to center-back and what that means for the squad’s future roster planning.  The recent rumors surrounding Antonio Rüdiger. Robert Lewandowski’s commitment to Bayern Munich.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71,

Bayern Munich travels to Greuther Fürth in a Bavarian derby this weekend. Fürth is at the bottom of the table with only one point to their name, having been thrashed by VfB Stuttgart on opening weekend. They lost to Hertha Berlin last weekend after having gone up a goal courtesy of a Branimir Hrgota penalty. In this podcast, we take a look at some changes Julian Nagelsmann might make ahead of Bayern’s game against Dynamo Kiev in the Champions League in midweek; we also look at Greuther Fürth’s struggles and how we think this game will go. We wonder if Marcel Sabitzer might get a start and if Joshua Kimmich (gasp) might get a rest! As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been a tough week of games following the end of the international break, but Julian Nagelsmann and Bayern Munich have navigated them brilliantly. The Bavarians have scored 14 goals and conceded only once since coming back from international duty, which included games against the likes of RB Leipzig and Barcelona. Now, with a whole week’s break to look forward to, we can finally stop and take stock of how far the team has come since Julian Nagelsmann took over.  In this episode, Tom and Ineednoname discuss: Is Leroy Sane fixed? What did Nagelsmann do to him?  How Bayern’s wingers are improving under the new coach.  What Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka’s contract extensions mean for Bayern (and Germany). Talking about Bayern’s revamped defense, including our best backline.  UEFA’s new FFP rules, and why they’re awful.  Why the 50+1 rule is set to face another challenge.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podc

Bayern Munich scored seven goals on a gorgeous day in Munich (finally, a home game!), showcasing their talents out there and just having fun! The score at half time was 4-0 thanks to goals from Leroy Sané, Joshua Kimmich, Serge Gnabry and an own goal. The score-line gave Julian Nagelsmann the chance to rest Alphonso Davies and bring on Richards for his debut. Bayern added a fifth from Robert Lewandowski, a sixth from Joshua Kimmich and a seventh from Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting; Choupo’s goal was his 50th goal of his Bundesliga career, a milestone. Marcel Sabitzer and Bouna Sarr also got minutes on the pitch; Sabitzer hopefully might get a start against Greuther Fürth but, perhaps, Nagelsmann didn’t feel he was ready yet. Thomas Müller seemed to have scored an eighth; unfortunately, the goal wouldn’t stand because of VAR. A Müller goal would have been perfect to wrap up the day but it wasn’t to be today. Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage o

Bayern Munich is set to take on VfL Bochum this weekend after dismantling both RB Leipzig and FC Barcelona during the last week.  We are set to find out a lot about how Julian Nagelsmann intends to rotate his squad in the coming weeks, but there are several other hot topics on the agenda. Bayern Munich also inked Leon Goretzka to a new deal, which will keep him at the club through 2026.  Clearly, there is a lot to discuss. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  Bayern Munich’s crazy strength defensively and why the club must sign Niklas Süle.  Bayern Munich's dominance over RB Leipzig and FC Barcelona. Leon Goretzka’s contract extension and what it means for the future of the midfield moving forward.  Why it might be time to rest Joshua Kimmich and Jamal Musiala. Find any of the contributors on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @TommyAdams71, and @bfwinnn. For the latest and greatest in football news, Bayern news, Germany news, and transfer rumor

The Bayern Munich machine is on a roll, and after their demolition of Barcelona, Nagelsmann’s side will be looking to pick apart a sub-par VFL Bochum side during the weekend. Bochum have just won one out of their 4 Bundesliga fixtures, while Bayern Munich head into the game on the back of their 6th successive victory in all competitions, looking to grab the top spot in the Bundesliga table, provided Wolfsburg drop points. In this podcast, we will preview Bayern’s fixture against Bochum. Here are the key talking points: Nagelsmann’s ‘new-look’ Bayern Bayern’s defensive solidity Bochum’s form heading into the game Bochum’s key players The expected lineup for Bayern and a scoreline prediction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Champions League is underway and Bayern Munich have started their campaign with a big win. Barcelona may not be what it used to be, but this 3-0 was more comfortable than most would’ve expected, given the fact that the game was played away at the Camp Nou, and Bayern had a grueling schedule coming into this one. Still, Nagelsmann’s boys dispatched their Catalan counterparts with relative ease, recording a precious clean sheet as well. Here are our talking points from the game: Dayot Upamecano and how Nagelsmann made the defense impregnable. How Nagelsmann made adjustments to counter Koeman’s 3-5-2. Analyzing how Bayern maintained the intensity while playing through fatigue. Why Jamal Musiala had an extremely tough time vs the Catalans. How Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Muller seem underutilized by Nagelsmann so far. Bayern’s midfielders had a bad time against Barca’s 3-5-2, and why Nagelsmann shares the blame. Barcelona fans are more than justified in their dislike of Ronald

Having just won a grueling game against RB Leipzig, Bayern Munich immediately travel to Spain to kick off their Champions League campaign against Barcelona. This is a very different Barca side from the one Bayern beat 8-2 last year. Leo Messi and Luis Suarez are no longer on the team, replaced by Memphis Depay and Luuk de Jong (more on him later).  Here are our talking point ahead of the game: A basic rundown of Barcelona for a La Liga novice.  How Koeman may line up his team in a 3-5-2 including which Barca players are fit/injured.  Pros and cons of the 3-5-2.  Discussing the threat of Memphis Depay.  What a Barcelona team with a 4-2-3-1 can look like.  How injuries could derail Bayern in this crucial game at the start of the season.  Samrin exposing her opinions by saying Luuk de Jong is Barca’s most dangerous player (what???).  A more sane pick for Barca’s potential dangerman.  As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavaria

Bayern Munich seem to be on a roll at the moment, having won their third Bundesliga game on the trot against none other than league contenders RB Leipzig. With that out of the way, the focus now shifts to the Champions League fixture against FC Barcelona, who would undoubtedly be looking to do some damage repair against the club that dismantled them just over a year ago. With the scene set for an exciting midweek, Tom and Schnitzel discuss: Bayern’s performance against Leipzig Nagelsmann’s changes to this Bayern side Sabitzer’s debut and his role in the team moving forward Bayern’s situation in the defense (depth, contract situations, etc.) Leroy Sané’s resurgence How Bayern Munich and Beyoncé are linked Thoughts on the Barcelona game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bayern Munich won and won in style against Red Bull Leipzig, beating them convincingly, 1-4. The victory was impressive for a variety of reasons, particularly who the opponents were; while Leipzig has not started the season particularly well, they still were the offensively better side in all their games, missing only the end product — that was not the case today and with better finishing from Robert Lewandowski of all people, Bayern could have scored more. For Leipzig, things are not coming together too smoothly under Jesse Marsch; his star striker, André Silva has not quite connected with the team yet and new signings such as Dominik Szoboszlai are settling in themselves. Stats:Total Shots: Leipzig 10, Bayern 14Shots on Goal: Leipzig 4, Bayern 7Possession: Leipzig 52.5, Bayern 47.5*Stats courtesy of whoscored.comFind any of the contributors on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @TommyAdams71, and @bfwinnn. For the latest and greatest in football news, Bayern

What a week it was for Bayern Munich players during this international break. There were plenty of wins and goals and perhaps an injury or two, but we’ve all made it to the weekend once again. Get ready for the next few days with Chuck....and JAKE! After weeks of promising to bring in a guest, Jake hopped on to give his takes on several pertinent topics. Here is what we have on tap: A quick look at the re-energized Germany squad and what this means under Hansi Flick moving forward. A discussion on the rumors linking Bayern Munich to both RB Leipzig’s Konrad Laimer and Chelsea FC’s Timo Werner. Assessing how Bayern Munich — with its weary legs — matches up with RB Leipzig and FC Barcelona. Find any of the contributors on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @TommyAdams71, and @bfwinnn. For the latest and greatest in football news, Bayern news, Germany news, and transfer rumors, be sure to visit www.bavarianfootballworks.com! Learn more about your ad choices.

Germany thumped Iceland 4-0 on the road and finalized a super-impressive internationals break with a 3-0 record, 12 goals scored, and zero goals allowed — and Bayern Munich had several players all filling key roles.  The Germans were once again relentless with their attack and were constantly trying to find ways to score. More than anything though, this match was a lot of fun. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  Hansi Flick’s significant impact on the squad and how he had made a difference in bring the best out of the roster.   The impressive offensive ply through out the contest (even with the many misses).  And, oh, about those misses. Surely Timo Werner, Kai Havertz, and Ilkay Gundogan all want those missed opportunities back. Still, there is not need to worry about any of that...the squad looked good.  Our final impression on this set of games.  Find any of the contributors on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @TommyAdams71, and @bfwinnn.

On today's podcast: -We talk the German national team and see what we liked from Hansi Flick's first games as a manager of Die Mannschaft -We analyze what Leipzig has been up to after their rough start to the season -Looking at Leipzig's transfer window, we can see where they need to improve and more! As always, thank you for the support! Be sure to rate us, like us, subscribe to us, and follow us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and anywhere else you get your quality audio content. For the latest and greatest in football news, Bayern news, German news and transfer rumors, be sure to check out our website at www.bavarianfootballworks.com ! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Germany will square-off against Iceland in the final game of this international break. And with Thomas Müller, Kingsley Coman, and Alphonso Davies all already picking up injuries during this club hiatus, Bayern Munich fans are probably hoping for a clean, injury-free game more than anything else.  After picking up victories over Liechtenstein and Armenia, Germany will look to pick up a clean sweep of wins during this break. On this episode we talk over the following:  How Germany has looked this far under former Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick. Why Jonas Hofmann could potentially solve Germany’s problem at right-back.  Who might start for Germany against Iceland.  A prediction on the match. As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn mo

With the international break still chugging along, we don’t have that much Bayern Munich content to talk about. But that doesn’t mean that our podcast will take a break, because there’s always Germany! And plenty of other unrelated topics too ... In this episode, Ineednoname and Samrin discuss: How Germany games are become a lifeline for Timo Werner and Leroy Sane.  Can Werner keep being a key player for Germany? A quick meltdown over Bayern’s injuries.  Talking about Mario Mandzukic’s career and Bayern legacy.  Bayern alumni Mark van Bommel’s Wolfsburg team — including their chances in the Champions League! Some Arsenal banter to close things off, including a reference to that meme-worthy tweet comparing Nagelsmann and Arteta.  As always, thanks for your support and let us know what you think! Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog,

Germany was thoroughly dominant in its 6-0 victory over Armenia and played a relentless, attacking style to completely overwhelm the visitors.  Former Bayern Munich boss Hansi Flick has definitely made an incredible impact thus far. More than anything it was absolutely refreshing to see Germany always looking to attack, always making their runs, and just playing an overall crisp style. Here are the hot topics we discuss on the episode:  The starting lineup was in attack mode from the start. When was the last time a German side looked like they want to consistently be the aggressors for the entirety of a match? Serge Gnabry’s monster first half.  Hansi Flick is drawing the best from Leroy Sane, Gnabry, and other players. How things are progressing and evolving under Flick as the squad moves forward against Iceland. Find any of the contributors on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @jeffersonfenner, @TheBarrelBlog, @TommyAdams71, and @bfwinnn. For