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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 and Simone Inzaghi?How should Julian Nagelsmann tackle the game? Is winning a prerogative?Which players should be rotated in/out?The problem with Alphonso Davies having to play way too many games.A final prediction from Tom on the scoreline.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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

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

Here are the salient talking points of the podcast:Choupo GOATing is here... Lewanwhoski?Serge Gnabry and Sadio Mané being inconsistentWhy Vlahovic would be a great signingWhy Bayern should not sign Vlahovic in the winter windowA call for more rotations in the upcoming dead-rubber UCL fixturesBarcelona schadenfreude (they are a really good team though - anti-jinx!)A nice little roastPredictions for the UCL fixture against BarcelonaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here are the talking points from the podcast:Bayern Munich’s absolute, thorough dominationHoffenheim’s lineup and plan, and how it fell right into Nagelsmann’s handsFantastic performance from the defenseWhy Bayern Munich’s defense is Europe’s bestSinging more praises of Jamal MusialaWhy Choupo Moting is the player Bayern needed, and how he’s stepped upMané and Coman’s worrying form and why they’re at a higher risk of being benchedBayern’s prospects in the near futureLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 farWho are some impressive players for HoffenheimA quick look back at Hoffenheim’s results to date including a loss to Werder BremenWhat was most impressive about Bayern’s win over AugsburgWho some absentees are on both sidesWho might start for Bayern in this gameA look at some past results in this fixtureBe 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here is a synopsis of what is covered in this episode:Maaßen’s setup and Nagelsmann’s answer to Augsburg’s early pressThe stats and a walkthrough of the scoring sequencesJamal Musiala’s brilliant displayAlphonso Davies the unstoppable roadrunnerChoupo GOATing, and why he’s an all time greatSven Ulreich’s shortcomings, and why Bayern need a new no.2 behind NeuerSadio Mané’s rutOverall player ratings and general observationsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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?Benjamin Pavard vs Noussair Mazraoui — who looks better?How Julian Nagelsmann needs to balance minutes with games vs Hoffenheim and Barcelona coming up and the cramped fixture list.Finishing off with a final prediction for the game from INNN.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 LeagueA reminder of what happened last weekend for both teamsWho is available for Bayern Munich? Who will start? Anyone....anyone?How might this game go down?A quick word in about Werder BremenWhat Freiburg’s results tell us about themHow 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 with an appeal to Hansi Flick. Come baaaaack.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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 PlzeňIs Bayern — Dortmund the biggest clash in the Bundesliga?Dortmund’s front-man situationA look at Dortmund’s results to date (yes, we talk about Werder Bremen!) and performancesShould Dortmund have beaten Manchester City?Dortmund’s midfield attacking options and how Dortmund might line-upSome possible changes Bayern might makeHow 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. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 TrophyThe 4-2-2-2 and why it is the way to goIs Nagelsmann getting things right tactically?Throwing some shade at Ligue 1, as always.How Viktoria Plzen might line upBayern’s formation to face PlzenA scoreline prediction for the UCL tie.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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 UpamecanoA change in heart from me regarding the number of goals Bayer Leverkusen has conceded so farA look at Bayer Leverkusen’s current squad and some of their transfersA discussion about what is really wrong with LeverkusenDiscussing 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. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 momentSchnitzel’s scathing views on Timo Werner starting upfront for GermanyIs Jonas Hofmann at RB actually a bad idea?What the go-to attack should be for Germany in the World CupThe underperforming midfieldBayern Munich’s poor form coinciding with Germany’s... bad luck or something more?Nagelsmann’s ‘alleged’ penchant for picking senior playersThe 4-2-2-2 formation... the real deal or a hindrance?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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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 FlickCovid cases and injuries impacting the national sideHow Germany might line up in the matches against Hungary and EnglandA look back to Germany’s earlier Nations League matches against both aforementioned opponentsHow Germany’s style might differ from Hungary to EnglandWho might play in the forward positionWhat Julian Nagelsmann might learning from watching his players work under FlickSome bonus tidbits regarding the BundesligaBe 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 isIs 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 missedWhether Bayern should sign a striker in JanuaryCan 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 NagelsmannBe 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 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 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 farAn in-depth look at Augsburg’s last performance against Werder BremenChanges that have taken place in terms of personnel at the clubHow Augsburg might set up against BayernWhat Bayern’s personnel shortage means for the defenseWho 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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 midfield to neutralize Thomas Muller.Will the fact that Barcelona set up offensively help Bayern Munich attack?How will Bayern stop the Barca attack? Should Matthijs de Ligt or Dayot Upamecano start?Should Nagelsmann give Goretzka another chance, or stick with Marcel Sabitzer?Marcus makes a futile attempt to argue that Gnabry should start ahead of Jamal Musiala in attack. Is he successful?Can we still trust in Julian Nagelsmann if he loses to Barca in midweek?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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 resultBayern Munich’s complacencyMatthijs de Ligt’s howler of a gameSerge Gnabry’s appalling form, and whether he should be starting anytime soon for BayernWhy Sabitzer should be starting over Goretzka against BarcelonaWhy the team needs to change a lot against BarcelonaLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 really be interested in forging a relationship in 2023.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 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 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 MavropanosA 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, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 and why the German sometimes offers more.Matthijs de Ligt’s clumsy but solid defending style.Is Manuel Neuer (gasp) starting to decline?How a lack of goals should worry the Bayern Munich fanbase heading into the next set of games.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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Coman start?Final thoughts and a prediction for 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, @bfwinnn, and more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

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 fearsomeBayern Munich’s form and recent fixturesReflection (more like a state of denial) on Bayern’s most recent Bundesliga gameUnion Berlin’s key playersUnion’s lineup and preferred tactic(s)Bayern Munich’s lineup and potential changesNagelsmann’s approach and tactics for the gameA final scoreline predictionLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

In this flagship episode of Bavarian Podcast Works, Tom and Schnitzel discuss:Yann Sommer’s Bundesliga saves record masterclassBayern’s prospects in their Champions League groupSadio Mane’s knack for goals being ruled outBrazzo’s summer and incoming contract extension as sporting directorJulian Nagelsmann’s mid-match tactical switches and rotationsBayern’s upcoming English WeeksManuel Neuer housing a banana mid-match at VfL BochumTom’s brilliant European football impersonationsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 draw against Gladbach allows us to make adjustments for the upcoming Champions League table. Why we can’t take too many negatives from this game because of Gladbach are our bogey 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 podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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. Arguments about the type of striker Romelu Lukaku is, and an Upamecano vs Lukaku debate. A look at the rest of the draws of the Bundesliga teams. How many German teams will qualify? 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, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and more.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 calendarGladbach’s style of play under Daniel FarkeChanges in Gladbach’s line-up that Farke has madeGladbach’s past results, including a bizarre 2-2 draw against SchalkeThe interesting inclusion of Joe Scally over Stefan LainerHow Gladbach has coped with the losses of Matthias Ginter and Breel EmboloAn introduction to Viktoria Köln and where they stand currently in their divisionThe changes Julian Nagelsmann might make against Viktoria KölnBe 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 each game.A discussion about Champions League groups — who is our preferred opponent and why is it Liverpool FC?Our preferred picks from Pot 2 in order. Chelsea, Barcelona, Tottenham, etc.A look at Pot 3 and the best teams available — Inter, Napoli, and Salzburg.Why an easy team from Pot 4 would be better for Bayern.How the rest of the Bundesliga teams might fare in the CL group stages this 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 gameplanHow Nagelsmann set his team up (taking into account the absences)Bayern’s attack and THAT performanceLeroy Sane, Kingsley Coman, Sadio Mane, and how the attack clickedSerge Gnabry the super subThat midfield machineSuperb defending, plus a clean sheet :)#Bananeuer the legendLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.