Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayern Munich vs. Heidenheim (Bundesliga)

When does Bayern Munich re-start again?That was...terrible. Germany looked aimless and lacked energy and got the result that it deserved in a 2-0 loss to Colombia. The game looked like it mattered to the Colombians, while the Germans ambled around hoping that something good would happen (Hint: Nothing good happened). Let’s find out if you are as bitter as me! As Stringer Bell once told Brother Mouzone and Omar Little, let’s “get on with it”: A look at the starting lineup and a breakdown of the scoring. Where is the pride on this German team? Colombia was energetic, brash, and talking junk...and Germany withered under the stress of it all. Nothing is good...not the attack, nor the midfield, nor the defense. They are all terrible right now. Hansi Flick is assuredly in some danger. Where does it go from here? And why the players need to take some heat as well. 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.

20 Kesä 202316min

With all the Bayern Munich action confined to the transfer window for now, it’s time to shift gears and talk a little bit more about Germany and their recent failures on the pitch. Hansi Flick is currently reeling from a couple of dismal results vs Ukraine and Poland which has everyone reconsidering the idea of having him coach at the Euros. On the Bayern end of things, Napoli’s Kim Min-jae is set to become the club’s latest defender signing while Kai Havertz slips out of the bosses hands and into the arms of Chelsea. Lots to talk about right now. Meanwhile, Bavarian Podcast Works has been nominated for the 2023 edition of the World Soccer Talk — Best Club Podcast Award. Click on that link and go vote for us!In this episode, INNN and Chuck talk about the following: Is Hansi Flick on the chopping block at the German national team? Should he be? Is it just a question of talent? Or could the coach do better? INNN chimes in with some Thomas Muller propaganda (because why not?). Julian Nagelsmann as Germany coach — WHAT IF? Is Hansi Flick mishandling Niklas Sule? Would you be surprised if Hansi Flick were sacked at this stage? Shifting gears to the transfer talk — is Kim Min-jae a good transfer for Bayern Munich? Kyle Walker to Bayern — is that a good idea? Why Thomas Tuchel maybe shouldn’t be given too many options on the transfer market. Why is Bayern Munich so hesitant to secure a striker? How Choupo-Moting could end up being a starter next 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Kesä 202348min

If the confidence of the Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund personnel in the Germany team wasn’t already low considering how the Bundesliga ended, Germany’s latest result did them no favors. In this podcast, Rayyan and Samrin discuss: The gap between Thilo Kehrer and Jonas Hofmann in the first half Rayyan’s deeper look at Germany’s setup today How Joshua Kimmich is impacted when Germany’s back three is narrow Whether Kimmich fits better in a back three or back four What Kimmich’s best position is for Germany Some headscratchers such as Kai Havertz up front Another headscratcher in Niklas Füllkrug’s exclusion from the start Some regrets from the World Cup, especially in line-up decisions Is Hansi Flick’s job safe? What does Thilo Kehrer add to this team? Are there any answers to Germany’s fullback problems? The confusion in midfield with a focus on Jamal Musiala, Florian Wirtz and later, Leroy Sané Is Julian Nagelsmann an option for Germany? Is he the answer for Germany much like Flick was for Bayern?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.

16 Kesä 202329min

The summer transfer window has not even opened yet, but things are wild at Bayern Munich. There is plenty to discuss, so let’s get right to it. This is what we have on tap for this episode: RIP to Bayern Munich’s hopes for Declan Rice and maybe Dušan Vlahović. Is Joshua Kimmich driving his teammates crazy with his on-field antics and backroom politics? Bayern Munich is losing Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard. Dayot Upamecano and Noussair Mazraoui are rumored to be unhappy. Even Alphonso Davies’ contract extension went from “sure thing” to “uh-oh.” What can the Bavarians do...let’s look at the options — and there are plenty of good ones at center-back (maybe even some who can unseat Upamecano or De Ligt). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 Kesä 202343min

Well, that was close. Germany narrowly avoid defeat to the mighty Ukraine despite playing at home and going up 1-0 early in the game. Hansi Flick tested out a back three and it reaped dividends, only not for the team that it was intended to. Germany seem like they have a million problems and a lot of them will be familiar to fans of Bayern Munich, but also brand new ones that are unique to the international setup. Here are our talking points from the game: The back three doesn’t work — please stop using it, Hansi. Did Joshua Kimmich use Lewandowski’s stutter-step penalty technique? The horrible state of the German fullback roster. Should Kimmich be sent back to the flanks? A concerning lack of chances created by the German attack. The missing factor is left as an exercise for the listener. Leon Goretzka is being unfairly maligned for his performance. Does Hansi Flick see Kai Havertz as an alternative to Niclas Fullkrug at striker? You cannot trust a Borussia Dortmund player on the national team. A suggestion for what kind of lineup Germany should use at the Euros. 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.

12 Kesä 202316min

You want to talk Bayern Munich and Germany? We’ve got you covered. Bayern Munich is in the middle of about a million transfer rumors and is looking to add — at least — three key players this summer. Germany is in throws of trying to figure out who it is as a national team and is facing three opponents in friendlies over the next week. Indeed, there is much to yack about when it comes to some of your favorite topics. Here is what is on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works Flagship Show: A look at Germany’s squad for the slate of matches during this international session. Why Hansi Flick is towing a fine line between job security and getting sacked. What could go right for Germany. Why some German linchpins might be out of luck moving forward. How the summer transfer window could turn out disastrous for Bayern Munich. What if Bayern Munich doesn’t get any of the big name players that it wants? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 Kesä 202334min

We are deep in the throws of silly season with Bayern Munich and it has been absolute craziness for days now. With some big name (and money!) players potentially coming in to Bayern Munich and some club staples potentially heading out, the team is in a state of flux. There is plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it: The transfer of West Ham’s Declan Rice to Bayern Munich is not looking good...what’s next? Who can Bayern Munich get if Arsenal FC makes its play for Rice? Thoughts on Bayern Munich’s plan to revamp its attack and why it has the futures for Sadio Mané, Leroy Sané, and Serge Gnabry on shaky ground. Why Raphael Guerreiro was a deft pickup. Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s instability, how long it might take the new leadership to fix, and why patience will be vital for fans of the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 Kesä 202347min

Having won the Bundesliga, Bayern Munich turn their attentions to the transfer window. The major topic of the week is Declan Rice, who is at the top of the list of the club’s options for defensive midfield. In addition, the fallout from the sacking of Oliver Kahn and Hasan Salihamidzic continues with serious confusion in squad planning and reports that Bayern’s backline could be set for a shakeup. In the meantime, Bavarian Podcast Works has been nominated for the 2023 edition of the World Soccer Talk — Best Club Podcast Award. Click on that link and go vote for us!In this episode, INNN and Chuck talk about the following: WHO could be the striker Bayern Munich signs this season? A summary of realistic options. The pros and cons of Dusan Vlahovic. What if Bayern Munich can’t secure one of its top transfer targets? The big one: Would Declan Rice even consider a move to Bayern? What’s in it for him? Debating the merits of bringing in Declan Rice — the impact on Goretzka/Laimer/Gravenberch, could Kimmich do his job, his potential role in the system, and alternatives. Has losing Brazzo thrown a wrench in Bayern’s long term squad planning? WHY is the board trying to sign Raphael Guerreiro? What happens if Bayern Munich loses both Lucas Hernandez and Benjamin Pavard? If you had to sell only one, who would it be? 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.

4 Kesä 202351min