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!

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.

29 Elo 202250min

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.

27 Elo 202217min

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.

26 Elo 202242min

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.

25 Elo 202219min

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.

24 Elo 202215min

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.

22 Elo 202240min

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.

21 Elo 202221min

Bayern Munich dispatched Wolfsburg in a hard-fought contest and is set for another Sunday match-up against VfL Bochum.There was plenty to talk about, aside of the match schedule this week, so let’s take a look at what is on tap for this week’s episode:Tanguy Nianzou’s surprise exit and how the defense it setting up for this season.A contract extension for sporting director Hasan “Brazzo” Salihamidžić and how he has evolved as an executive.Robert Lewandowski’s tough start for FC BarcelonaLeroy Sané’s form has landed him on the B team for training.Serge Gnabry’s injury is an opportunity for Kingsley Coman.A dive into the Better Call Saul final, my thoughts, why I am a selfish viewer, and potentially a bad person!As always, we love your feedback and appreciate all the support!Be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @TheBarrelBlog, @tommyadams71, @bfwinnn, and 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 Elo 202243min