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Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen...it is finally that time. If you were looking for a bigger match in the Bundesliga this season, you will not find it. The first place and second place teams are set to do battle in a match that will have a massive effect on the league standings. Why wait any long to get talking on this one? Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this Preview Show: A look at where each team is in the table. The multitude of subplots between these two teams. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s injury and absence situation, plus why this week will present Thomas Tuchel with some very, very difficult decisions for his starting XI. An attempt to figure out Tuchel’s lineup for the game — and why common sense probably will not prevail. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So Bayern Munich won against Gladbach, and head into a critical week where the team will look to overturn the two point deficit on Bayer Leverkusen. Thomas Tuchel has stumbled into a formula that works, but will he stick with it? And how will the winter signings impact the outcome of the season? In this episode, INNN and Schnitzel discuss the following: A full roundup of the winter transfer window now that all the signings have been secured. Did Bayern Munich panic buy because of injuries? Has Thomas Tuchel found his best XI? Will he stick to it? Is Leroy Sané back in a rut? Should Bayern Munich consider moving on from him in the summer? Why does Thomas Tuchel refuse to choose his best XI? Is Aleksandar Pavlović the future of the midfield position at Bayern Munich? What does this mean for Joshua Kimmich? How will Tuchel tackle the game against Bayer Leverkusen? What is his coaching philosophy? 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich hosted Borussia Mönchengladbach at the Allianz Arena and the Bavarians started out extremely fast with some dominant play. However, U-ball (gasp!) came back into play and Bayern Munich lost control of the match for a bit, which put the homeside in a 1-0 hole after a very uncharacteristic mistake from Manuel Neuer. Perseverance would end up being the word of the day, though, as the Bavarians battled back to secure the 3-1 victory. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI and how it played out when working together on the pitch. A rundown of the scoring and substitutes. Aleksandar Pavlović is not disproving any of his believers. If The Mandalorian was here, he would say Jamal Musiala at wing and Thomas Müller attacking midfield is the way. A quick look at what’s next for the Bavarians. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich is coming off of a somewhat of a crazy transfer window in the midst of a slew of injuries and while preparing to face-off with the always pesky Borussia Mönchengladbach.Needless to say, we have a TON to talk about. Let’s take a look at what is top for this week’s episode: What the Philadelphia Eagles taught us about “a win is a win” and why Bayern Munich needs to get it together. Why is Thomas Tuchel so averse to Jamal Musiala playing wing — even at a time where the club desperately needs him to? Examining the validity of my own crackpot theory about Musiala possibly refusing to play wing. Is there a primadonna blossoming under the radar? Taking a look at the other options: Thomas Muller, Mathys Tel, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, Bryan Zaragoza, and Alphonso Davies. Was bringing in Zaragoza now, a panic move? The acquisition of Sacha Boey and what it could mean for the future of Noussair Mazraoui. A deep dive in how divisive Tuchel has made things in the Bayern Munich fanbase. Thought on the last episode of True Detective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bogey alert!Bayern Munich will host Borussia Mönchengladbach for what could be a very important Bundesliga matchup. The Bavarians have had a lot of trouble with Die Fohlen in recent years and this could be a situation where the banged up and weary boys from Bayern Munich need to really dig deep even against a Borussia Mönchengladbach side that is not exactly a juggernaut. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this Preview Show: A look at where each team is in the table. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s injury and absence situation and what Thomas Tuchel might to do to work around missing key players like Kim Min-jae, Noussair Mazraoui, Dayot Upamecano, Konrad Laimer, Kingsley Coman, Serge Gnabry, and Joshua Kimmich. An attempt to figure out Tuchel’s lineup for the game — and why common sense probably will not prevail. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schnitzel and Rayyan had their hands full with topics to discuss, including: The Sacha Boey transfer An evaluation of Christoph Freund’s work so far Bayern Munich’s lengthy injury list How Bayern Munich’s season has looked statistically vs. how it looks to the eye Thomas Tuchel’s tactics being a mismatch at Bayern Jürgen Klopp being the pipe dream to succeed Tuchel Some easter eggs and veiled roasts (as usual) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phew, Bayern Munich got away with that one. After going 3-1 up courtesy of goals by Aleksandar Pavlović, Alphonso Davies, and Harry Kane, no one would have expected FC Augsburg to make it a nervous finish for Bayern by getting two penalties in quick succession in the dying minutes of the game. Anyway, it was still an important win — no one can argue with three points. In this episode, we discuss the following topics: The starting lineups of the game. Manager Thomas Tuchel’s tactics and how he set up his team. The individual performance of one Aleksandar Pavlović. The future of Tuchel at 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich has had yet another insane week. A loss to Werder Bremen, a win over Union Berlin, a few key injuries, a dozen or so transfer rumors...as the Talking Heads once said, “Same as it ever was.”To help stay competitive through this stretch Bayern Munich might have to spend more money than it is really comfortable with. Needless to say, a lot can still happen...but will anything actually go down? Let’s discuss: Analyzing the state of the team and why Thomas Tuchel still seems to be refusing to do the obvious. There could be a disconnect between Tuchel and his bosses, but no move is imminent. Would Hansi Flick come back and would it work if he did? Does Tuchel hate Leon Goretzka? Examining the latest transfer rumors surrounding Joshua Kimmich. What should Bayern Munich do with Alphonso Davies? Is there any reason to starting being concerned with Leroy Sané? Should we expect any surprises at the end of this transfer window? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich bounced back into the win column with a midweek victory over Union Berlin, which was much needed.While not everything was great in the aftermath of the match, the boys did pick up three points. The Bavarians were dominant in the victory, but the downside was that a few players picked up injuries, which could make things interesting against FC Augsburg. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode:A look at where each team is in the table.Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s injury situation and what Thomas Tuchel might to do to work around missing Dayot Upamecano, Konrad Laimer, and maybe even Joshua Kimmich.An attempt to figure out Tuchel’s lineup for the game — one back three option and one back four formation.A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich and Union Berlin hooked up for a very testy makeup game, which saw the Bavarians prevail 1-0. It was hard to pinpoint many flaws from Bayern Munich as the Rekordmeister was dominant in nearly every aspect of the match — except for the scoreboard. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting lineup and the differences between this match and how Tuchel aligned the squad last weekend vs. Werder Bremen. A rundown of the subs and scoring (this game felt like Bayern Munich should have scored more goal, right?). Raphaël Guerreiro took advantage of his opportunity didn’t he? Some thoughts on why the game was a dominant effort, but somehow left us feeling a little unfulfilled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich has a quick turnaround after its 1-0 loss at the hands of Werder Bremen. The Bavarians are in desperate need of a victory after dropping points over the weekend and it would seem — on the surface — that Union Berlin would be the perfect opponent. Sitting in 15th place Union Berlin has been a mess for most of the season, but is unbeaten (win over FC Köln, draw with SC Freiburg) in its last two games. The Iron Ones were supposed to play Mainz 05 last weekend, but weather conditions postponed that match-up, which probably leaves them fresh to face the Bavarians. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team is in the table. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s loss to Werder Bremen, the state of team under Thomas Tuchel, and why things could be falling apart. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That was shameful, and it’s only going to get worse. Bayern Munich just lost to Werder Bremen for the first time since 2008, and you really cannot blame anyone except Thomas Tuchel. People will argue against this, but at this point there’s nothing to argue against. The coach has his team playing some of the most diabolical football possible right now, and the results aren’t even what they used to be. This gives us plenty to talk about on the podcast, but we’re not happy about it. In this episode, INNN tackles the following: The lineup: Why bench Thomas Müller AGAIN? The return of the U-shaped system. Harry Kane is not playing like a striker and that has consequences for everybody. Jamal Musiala is wasted in this system. Leroy Sané is not playing better on the left and Tuchel is causing havoc by letting him. A mini-rant about Müller which you’ve probably heard before, but it needs repeating. The midfield doesn’t work and here’s why. What does Guerreiro even DO? How Alphonso Davies has been made redundant by the current Bayern system. Dayot Upamecano has too many responsibilities and that’s a problem. A question for the board and their failures — why is Konrad Laimer the starting RB? Why doesn’t the board want to invest in the squad? Why shouldn’t the board sack Tuchel? It would be in the team’s best interest. Who might take over — a shortlist. A final word and outro, plus a short preview of the Union Berlin 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, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich is in the middle of a solid run on the pitch and has been thrust into the craziness of this winter transfer window by being linked to what feels like a dozen names. Clearly, there is a lot going on and much to talk about when it comes to the Bavarians. Let’s get right to it: This is really “do or die” time at Bayern Munich for Matthijs de Ligt. Thomas Müller might have the best outlook and attitude of any athlete (and unfortunately, he will probably need it as this second half goes on). Florian Wirtz might cost an insane amount. The story of the demise of the relationship of Robert Lewandowski and Julian Nagelsmann at Bayern Munich seems on-point. Thoughts on the season finale of Fargo, an update on where I stand with the Marvel Odyssey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a week in Portugal, Bayern Munich is headed back to the frosty confines of the Allianz Arena. With a week in the sun to rejuvenate and prepare for the second half of the season without any distractions, the Bavarians will seek to continue their winning ways in the Bundesliga against lowly Werder Bremen. With just four wins through 17 match days in the league, Die Werderaner will have its work cut out for it. Let’s see what’s on tap for this episode: A look at where each team is in the table. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s training camp in Portugal and who might emerge to play in Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back and so is Bayern Munich — on the pitch at least. In the transfer window, the club seems a bit stuck. Only one winter transfer has been confirmed so far, and while Eric Dier is a quality depth piece, he’s not exactly a blockbuster signing. Also, tragedy struck last week as the club lost its biggest ever legend. It’s still hard to process that, but we will try to address it. In this podcast, INNN and Samrin talk about the following: What do we think of Bayern Munich’s winter transfer business so far? Is Eric Dier and (potentially) Nordi Mukiele enough for the team? Why does Bayern Munich seem to want a complete paradigm shift in the squad? Is that why the club is saving money? Joshua Kimmich might want to leave this summer now. Is Alphonso Davies really ready to move to Real Madrid? How other players — Leon Goretzka, Jamal Musiala, Matthijs de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui, etc. — could all be on the move in the summer. Why is Thomas Tuchel been given this much power in squad planning? End note: Our thoughts on the passing of Der Kaiser. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich got off to a winning start for the second half of the season as it downed Hoffenheim 3-0 in a match that was sometimes frustrating for fans of the Bavarians. Defensively, Bayern Munich was very solid for most of the match, but did — perhaps — get a little lucky. Attacking-wise, Bayern Munich left something to be desire for portions of the game, but did manage to look sensational at other points. Let’s see what Marcus and Chuck have to say about the match. Here is what we have on tap: A look at the starting XI, which saw Leon Goretzka sent to the bench in favor of Raphaël Guerreiro. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Takes on how Bayern Munich played, what was good...what needs some work. Why Hoffenheim was a tough match-up and could surprise some people in the second half of the season. Some thoughts on the Eric Dier transfer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich gets back to action on the pitch this weekend, but the rumor mill is providing much of the electricity surrounding the team this week. Given all of that, we have a lot of topics to cover, so let’s get to it: Grass bedamned, the NFL is coming back to the Allianz Arena. Eric Dier is in Germany...now what? A move for João Palhinha is off the table...for now. Alphonso Davies and Real Madrid just seems like it is going to happen. Joshua Kimmich to Paris Saint-Germain? That probably will not happen, but let’s explore those rumors and what they could ultimately mean for the Germany’s international’s future in Bavaria. Arijon Ibrahimović could be leaving, while Joshua Zirkzee could come back? A look at the latest episode of Fargo, along with where things are in the great “Marvel Odyssey.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ah...back to action. Are you ready?Let’s hope that Bayern Munich will be as it will play host to Hoffenheim this weekend in a Bundesliga tilt that will have a lot of focus on it, especially after the Bavarians turned in a -less-than-stellar effort last weekend in a friendly vs. FC Basel. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this Preview Show: A look at the Bundesliga table and where Bayern Munich and Hoffenheim fall into the mix. Checking out how Bayern Munich and Hoffenheim finished off the first half of the season — and where things might be headed for each squad. A guess at what lineup Thomas Tuchel will use for the match. A prediction for the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich had a tune-up this weekend and it did not, well, go so great. In the wake of that uneven effort, the Bavarians are closely linked to both Eric Dier, Nordi Mukiele, and Radu Drăgușin, while also seeing reports break that nearly everyone on the squad is going to be analyzed and scrutinized over the course of the second half of the season. Is this normal...or is a powder keg brewing. Let’s discuss!Here are the topics we will take on in this podcast: Should Bayern Munich make a move for Dier? What about Mukiele or Drăgușin? Would they be good fits for the Bavarians? Who are the most likely candidates for Bayern Munich to move on from during the summer? What we are looking most forward to in the second half of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich’s first game back and of 2024 is a friendly match against next-door neighbors FC Basel. Try as they might, Bayern could not find a way through the Swiss team’s structure and were shutout for the most part of the game. The match eventually ended in a 1-1 draw. In this pod, RIPLT features in his pod debut and talks about the following: A look at the lineups from both teams Aleksandar Pavlović can make a proper pass; is he Bayern’s next Thiago? Leroy Sané and Alphonso Davies were frustrating in this game The match served as proving grounds for the youth and they did alright Passing around too much is not good, so is not doing it enough Basel played really well and gave Bayern hell (bars) Bayern can still be stifled even with a near full strength team A preview of Bayern’s upcoming January and February games up to the first leg of the Champions League Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich has returned to training, but somehow the transfer action has been hotter than what has been going on during the practice sessions. Knowing that Bayern Munich is eager to spend some money and add a few players during this transfer window, the rumors are flowing. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this week’s episode: Catching-up on some an older take to see how it is going. A rundown of the rumor mill, including what we have heard about VfB Stuttgart’s Alexander Nübel and Serhou Guirassy, Chelsea FC’s Trevoh Chalobah, Fulham FC’s João Palhinha, and AC Milan’s Fikayo Tomori. The increasing likelihood that Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting and Frans Krätzig could leave on loan assignments. Discussing the Bild report that Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Serge Gnabry, Matthijs de Ligt and Alphonso Davies are being closely monitored and how that could mean bad things for their respective futures with the club. Finally, we lighten it up with some thoughts on this season of Fargo and my progress working through the Marvel movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well, it is 2024 and we have the very first Bavarian Football Works podcast of the year for release!On this episode, we have a lot to talk about (despite the Winterpause), so why waste any time in droning on about it...let’s just do it! Here is what we have on tap for this episode: With a growing divide in the fanbase and a war brewing between the #TuchelOut vs. #TuchelTime segments of the crowd, we have identified three things that need to happen for Bayern Munich fans to fully get back on board with things. Can they do them? Or maybe the better question is will they do them? We are also looking at the futures of Assessing the futures of Joshua Kimmich, Leroy Sané, Alphonso Davies, Bouna Sarr, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, and Sven Ulreich — all players who have contracts expiring in 2024 or 2025. While Thomas Muller and Manuel Neuer are in a bit of a different situation because they are knowingly working year-to-year, these other players all could be packing their bags this summer. Plus, Chuck managed to piss off his wife with interesting pronunciations for Pennsylvania towns. (That’s a bonus!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ah...the Winterpause is here, so Bayern Munich is on hiatus. Much like rust, however, the Weekend Warm-up Podcast never sleeps. Despite the break, there is still plenty to talk about when it comes to Bayern Munich and the German national team. So, let’s get down to it! Here is what we have on tap for this week’s episode: The most recent transfer rumors, including Joshua Kimmich to Manchester United or Manchester City...and how Matthijs de Ligt might also be on the chopping block. Should Real Madrid’s Toni Kroos return to the German national team? Is this just another tinkering maneuver for Julian Nagelsmann to help quell his insatiable need to make change after change. What do the rumors about Kroos say about Nagelsmann’s confidence in Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka? One final Germany note...İlkay Gündoğan as a No. 10 for Germany? Where does that leave Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz, and Thomas Muller? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bundesliga may be on break this week but that doesn’t mean the drama will stop. After the European Court of Justice ruled against UEFA in favor of the European Super League, Bayern Munich were one of the first clubs to come out against the new competition and affirmed their commitment to the existing European football pyramid. However, with big clubs like Real Madrid and Barcelona pushing for it plus FIFA looking for their own piece of the pie with the Club World Cup, can Bayern keep its place at the top of football for much longer?In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss the following: The return of the European Super League — good or bad? Why Premier League teams continue to refuse to join the Super League, and how it differs from Germany. Isn’t the Premier League already becoming a Super League? How UEFA and the top clubs across Europe brought this outcome on themselves. How leagues can still block a Super League themselves. Why teams like Madrid and Barca, plus the teams in Italy would probably not mind being banned from their league if they can play in the Super League. How FIFA is trying to get a bigger slice of the pie with the revamped Club World Cup and the new World Cup format. Is football headed for a Formula 1 style closed system? Isn’t the situation in the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich’s dominance an example of what football is headed towards? Shouldn’t Bayern Munich also be held responsible for the current situation in European football? Closing out with a look at the drama at Borussia Dortmund and what it means for the league. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich close out the first half of the season (effectively, not officially) with a 2-1 win on the road over Wolfsburg that displayed the best and worst of what the Bavarians have showed throughout the Hinrunde. With some downtime in the schedule, now is the moment to reflect on where the team is, how it has played, and where things might be going....so let’s get to it: Running back the first half of the season, assessing where Bayern Munich is at this stage of the season. Grading players and position groups — see who ranked high and who needs to make some big improvements in order for Bayern Munich to get where it needs to be for the second half of the season. Discussing Thomas Muller’s well-deserved new deal, his recent performances, and what kind of role — if any — he has moving forward under Thomas Tuchel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich held the fort down against VfL Wolfsburg after a quick double in the first half, only conceding courtesy of a thunderous cannonball from Maximilian Arnold. In this podcast, we discuss what went wrong and went right for Bayern this game, including:- How Thomas Tuchel adapted the team’s tactics to VfL Wolfsburg. How those tactics changed over the course of the game. Wolfsburg’s own system and how they managed to expose Bayern’s weaknesses at times. The new attacking structure and why Thomas Müller is integral to it. A short mention of Aleksandar Pavlović’s meteoric rise to the first team and his performance in the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich will travel to Wolfsburg to take on old friend Niko Kovač and his middling Wolves. Should Bayern Munich win? Yes. Should it be easy? Probably.Will it? Eh...let’s not talk about that just yet. The good news is that Bayern Munich looked like itself in dispatching VfB Stuttgart and could be on the right track. The bad news is that the team has accumulated a lot of wear and tear during the Hinrunde and could be very tired heading into this road match. Things could get complicated for the Bavarians. Let’s get down to it, though, and see what is on tap for this episode: A look at where each team is in the table and how the clubs are trending at the moment. Some thoughts on Wolfsburg. A complete guess at how Thomas Tuchel will line his squad up against Wolfsburg. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So the Champions League draw has been finalized and Bayern Munich will face SS Lazio — a game that is a repeat of the 2021 Round of 16 tie that the Bavarians won under Hansi Flick. In other news, Bayern bounced back from the horrible 5-1 drubbing to Eintracht Frankfurt with a superlative 3-0 win over Stuttgart which really couldn’t have gone better. In this episode, INNN and Chuck discuss the following: Why the Champions League draw seems to have generated so little buzz. A rundown of the various games and who is expected to go through. Is SS Lazio a scary opponent for this current Bayern Munich team? What is the current direction of Bayern Munich under Thomas Tuchel? The future of certain key players — will Thomas Muller, Aleksander Pavlovic, and Raphael Guerreiro find themselves getting more minutes in the future? The tug of war between the board and the players, with Joshua Kimmich at the center. Bundesliga or Champions League — which would you prefer? Chuck and INNN disagree. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich gave high-flying Stuttgart very little room to breathe in the final home game of the year and ran out 3-0 winners. In today’s podcast, we discuss what went right considering Bayern’s recent results and performances among other things: What happened to Stuttgart today? How did Bayern set up today? Was Thomas Müller the #10? How did the Raumdeuter change the game today? A quick look back at Bayern’s recent performances. A look back at Aleksandar Pavlović’s performance. What Pavlović’s performance means for Joshua Kimmich or/and Leon Goretzka. What this performance means for Bayern moving forward. A quick mention of Bayer Leverkusen. What this setup means for the Wolfsburg game on Wednesday.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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich has had another eventful week, even if was not pleasing to the eye. After getting routed by Eintracht Frankfurt, the boys traveled to Old Trafford to put the final nail in the coffin for Manchester United’s European hopes. How did that old Facts of Life song, go again?Anyway, the stories off the field were probably more intriguing than what happened on the pitch, so we have plenty to talk about. Why not get get started? Here is what we have on tap for this episode: Reason No. 7777 why I am a bonehead. Discussing the potential Champions League draw candidates for Bayern Munich. Examining the rise and fall of Joshua Kimmich. How did we get to this place where he went from fan favorite to outcast? Looking at the most recent transfer rumors including those for FC Barcelona’s Ronald Araújo, Fulham FC’s João Palhinha, and Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich is set to face off against VfB Stuttgart in what is a massive Bundesliga match. The Bavarians were boat-raced last weekend by Eintracht Frankfurt (5-1 in case you blocked out that bad memory), while Die Schwaben are coming off of a big 1-1 draw with league leader Bayer Leverkusen. Clearly, this will not be a cakewalk for the Bavarians, who desperately need to put together a string of good performances to really get fans back on board: A look at where each team is in the table. A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s lineup, which could be missing some familiar faces. Why VfB Stuttgart is no slouch. Alexander Nübel’s role in the match and will he get a taste of the revenge that we all know that he wants. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich faced off with Manchester United in the final Champions League group stage game that meant nothing for the Bavarians, but could potentially have been important for the Red Devils. In the end, Bayern Munich escaped England with a 1-0 victory that was neither fun, nor convincing. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI. A recap of the scoring and the subs. Some thoughts and analysis on the match. Why is Harry Kane operating as more of a midfielder than a striker (isn’t he with Bayern Munich to score goals)? A much better effort from the backline. Some words on the disappointment and frustration with the attack. A take on the scandalous story that broke before the match, what it means for Bayern Munich’s core group, and why it might really be time to start questioning the power and control that Tuchel holds in Bavaria. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So Bayern Munich have just been thrashed by Eintracht Frankfurt and the mood around the team is rather grim. The final group stage game of the Champions League is coming up, and while top spot in the group is secure, the team needs to show a good performance in order to recover from a 5-1 loss. Ironically, Erik ten Hag’s United team require the same, setting up a game between two sides beset by problems. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss the following: Why can’t Bayern Munich play good football under Thomas Tuchel? A question of talent — how much does Bayern have? How much does the coach need? The long string of poor performances under Tuchel discussed. Comparing the arguments in favor of Tuchel to the arguments for Carlo Ancelotti and Niko Kovac. The problem of “leadership” and Tuchel’s alienation of leaders. What would it take for Tuchel to get sacked at this point? Should there be rotation versus Manchester United? What happens if Tuchel has another disappointing game? Where should Bayern Munich 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich went out and got walloped 5-1 by Eintracht Frankfurt that was powered by a completely erratic and dysfunctional first half that set the tone for the entire match.When it comes down to it, though, Eintracht Frankfurt was better prepared, more energetic, and simply wanted it more than the Bavarians. It was disappointing to say the least, so let’s get right to it! Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI...who was (surprisingly) in and out. A rundown of the substitutes and scoring. Why is Bayern Munich making odd adjustments to play against teams it is better than? The backline was a disaster. Some common themes whenever the attack struggle (and why it could be bad if Leroy Sané is slumping). Some thoughts and analysis on what is all means moving forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It feels like an eternity since Bayern Munich has played because of last weekend’s cancellation against Union Berlin, but now the Bavarians are set to be back in action (check out our Preview Show) against Eintracht Frankfurt. Just because the game was not played, does not mean that the news has stopped. Bayern Munich had another eventful week, which ensure that there is plenty to discuss. Let’s take a look at what is on tap for this week’s episode: The Snow Day effect hits Bayern Munich! Bayern Munich’s decision to stay home for winter training camp. Taking a look at Bayern Munich’s big signing of Granada attacker Bryan Zaragoza and what it might mean for the team’s roster. Are we witnessing the fall of FC Barcelona star Robert Lewandowski? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bayern Munich’s game against Union Berlin was snowed out last weekend, but the Bavarians will return to action on Saturday against Eintracht Frankfurt in a key Bundesliga showdown. Sitting in seventh place, Eintracht Frankfurt is eager to vault itself into the top-six position in the table, which could happen if Die Adler can find a way to knock off Bayern Munich. This version of Eintracht Frankfurt does not quite have the star power of some recent versions of This is what we have 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. Some thoughts on personnel matters (transfers and the like) going on at Bayern Munich. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schnitzel and Rayyan had time to discuss plots outside the weekly drama that Bayern experience on the pitch. Included in this podcast:- Do Bayern Munich really need to strengthen this winter? If so, where exactly? Is João Palhinha really the guy for this team? Have Bayern Munich actually improved under Thomas Tuchel? A reaction and preview of Germany’s opponents in the group stage for the upcoming European Championships in 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Where does Bayern Munich 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With recent flagship episodes pushing the hour mark more often than not, it was time to have a shorter episode to bring some variety to proceedings. This is not to say that things at Bayern Munich were uneventful in the last week or so — there was plenty to talk about with Thomas Tuchel making some odd choices in the game against FC Köln. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss the following: Was Thomas Tuchel sending a message with his lack of substitutions at Köln? The problem with putting results over performances. Why Thomas Müller seems like he’s on his way out at Bayern Munich. How will Tuchel line up versus Copenhagen in the Champions League this week? Why Leroy Sane is in desperate need of some 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, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Some final thoughts on Bayern Munich as the team heads into the stretch run of the Hinrunde. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes, we are a Bayern Munich podcast, but after the latest humiliation we simply have to focus on Germany this week. Losing 3-2 to a Turkish B-team is a new low, and we’re only three games into the Julian Nagelsmann era. Where was the free flowing football? The attacking concept? The tactical philosophy? It seems like the coach has fallen into the experimentation trap he experienced at Bayern Munich, where he didn’t know when to stop tinkering. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss the following: What was Julian Nagelsmann thinking with THAT lineup? Kai Havertz at left-back, really? Everything that went wrong for Germany, from offense to defense, the midfield, and individual performances. Why do coaches keep making the same mistakes when taking over the at the DFB? The curious case of İlkay Gündoğan and the major issue with Joshua Kimmich. The problem with Germany that no one seems to talk about — a culture of mediocrity and assumptions. Where does Nagelsmann go from here? What will happen at the Euros? A token amount of Bayern Munich discussion — what is going on with Alphonso Davies? Will he go to Real Madrid? Why losing Davies would be devastating to Bayern in the long term. 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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, Chelsea FC, Manchester City, and Paris Saint-Germain all circle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Bayern Munich enter another international break, one player has shone brighter than the rest. Harry Kane is a phenomenon — he has 17 goals in 11 Bundesliga matchdays, surpassing the likes of Robert Lewandowski and Gerd Müller. This has people talking, but that’s not the only major thing that has taken place in the last week or so. FCB youth player Aleksandar Pavlović made his starting XI debut, and Thomas Tuchel has picked a fight with the German media. In this episode, INNN and Schnitzel discuss the following: Is Harry Kane already a better striker than Robert Lewandowski? What would it take for Kane to surpass Lewandowski’s legacy at Bayern Munich? Is a Ballon d’Or on the cards for Harry Kane? Switching gears — INNN argues that Thomas Tuchel has managed to do a few things better than Julian Nagelsmann did. How would Nagelsmann have fared with Harry Kane? What could Nagelsmann have planned for Germany in this international break? Is it time for Joshua Kimmich to move back to right-back? Does Germany need a new striker? 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 FC Barcelona and those links to MLS (do I have to fire up another post like this?) How legit are the Joshua Kimmich transfer rumors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.