Bavarian Podcast Works: Weekend Warm-up Podcast Season 1, Episode 24 — Bayern Munich’s big week; Thoughts on the rumored frustration from Marcel Sabitzer and Jamal Musiala; The latest on Niklas Süle; and MORE!

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

4 Marras 202242min

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

3 Marras 202214min

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

1 Marras 202214min

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.

31 Loka 202244min

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.

29 Loka 202215min

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.

28 Loka 202241min

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.

27 Loka 202219min

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.

26 Loka 202217min