Bavarian Podcast Works S7E16: Checking on where Bayern Munich stands as we hit the international break; Has Jamal Musiala made the leap?; Checking out Germany’s roster; and MORE!

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.

23 Syys 202252min

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.

22 Syys 202214min

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.

19 Syys 202241min

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.

17 Syys 202223min

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.

16 Syys 202243min

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.

15 Syys 202213min

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.

13 Syys 202217min

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.

12 Syys 202246min