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!

After getting upset by Borussia Dortmund last week, Bayern Munich is a club grasping at straws for this season and the future.There is still great talent on the roster, but how it functions for the rest of this season and if it will even be around next season remain to be seen. With so many storylines going on, there was plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it.Here is what we have on tap for this episode of the Weekend Warm-up Show:Is it impossible for Bayern Munich to take down Arsenal FC in the Champions League at this point?Are Bayern Munich players missing the necessary hunger and edge required to win at the highest levels?The field is narrowing for Bayern Munich’s coaching search and there still is no clear leader in the clubhouse. As the days go by, could Hansi Flick end up being the choice, who makes the most sense?Why Flick could really be the right guy to take the helm.Breaking down the second to last episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Apr 202453min

How does Bayern Munich rebound from a devastating 2-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund?While Heidenheim is not a juggernaut, it is unclear just how healthy and focused the Bavarians are — especially with a Champions League match against Arsenal FC on Tuesday.Some would consider this the classic “trap game”, so Bayern Munich head coach Thomas Tuchel might have to dig deep into his bag of tricks to get his squad motivated and mentally on-point for this game.Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode:A look at where each team is in the table.Some thoughts on the recent form of each team and a look back at the first meeting between the two teams this season.Updates on injured Bayern Munich players. Corralling the disappointment of a season lost.A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting XI and why he should keep things the same.A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Apr 202437min

Bayern Munich suffered a deflating and embarrassing defeat at the hands of Borussia Dortmund over the weekend, which left fans angry, puzzled, and...maybe even sad.So, yeah, it was not great.But maybe — just maybe — not all hope is lost heading into the stretch run of the season. Let’s take a look at some of the burning topics on this week’s edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:Why the loss to Borussia Dortmund was so tough to watch and how it could be the impetus for true change.Mentally, Bayern Munich might just be shot. Is there any hope against Arsenal FC in the Champions League?How are we feeling about another long-term commitment to Leroy Sané?Will any coach worth his salt take the Bayern Munich job, knowing how badly they already want Xabi Alonso — who will be available in 2025? Also, what Alonso’s decision to stay at Bayer Leverkusen might be telling us about a potential future with Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Apr 202448min

Well, that’s it then. Even the most optimistic Bayern Munich fan will concede that the the Bundesliga is gone now. After losing to Borussia Dortmund in an unexpected and humiliating fashion, it’s time to take stock of the season and what’s left to play for. Here are our talking points from the game:How this result isn’t surprising. You may remember this talking point from previous pods. Harry Kane may have had his worst game in a Bayern shirt. Why Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern lacks a foundation that lets them win. Subbing Thomas Müller remains a grave mistake. A player-by-player review of every single performance, including some highlights (Kimmich) and lowlights (Alphonso Davies, Leroy Sané). What is left to play for this season? How player mentality figures into it all. 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, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 Mar 202417min

Bayern Munich is back in action, but the news surrounding the club has exploded in recent days.Transfer rumors, agent/front office squabbles, injuries, and just about everything in between have hit the news cycle and we are here to discuss it.Let’s dig in. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:Assessing the players most likely to get a call into Germany for the EUROs and what the chances really are that any of them will convince Julian Nagelsmann before the deadline.The agent for Alphonso Davies took Bayern Munich to task over its “ultimatum” to accept a new deal. Can this situation be saved or it already too far gone?Looking at the most recent news on Bayern Munich’s coaching candidates.Assessing the transfers rumors linking Bayern Munich to VfB Stuttgart’s Chris Führich and what that could mean for the futures of Serge Gnabry and Bryan Zaragoza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28 Mar 202447min

Bayern Munich is back in action and what better way to return from an international break than to dive right into a matchup against Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker.Bayern Munich still has some belief in trying to win the Bundesliga, but even the players and coaches admit that it will take a lot of help from Bayer Leverkusen to make this a race down the stretch. For Borussia Dortmund, this is a chance to potentially stomp out any semblance of hope that Bayern Munich believes that it has.Here is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show:A look at where each team is in the table and why each club’s fanbase probably expected much more.Some thoughts on the recent form of each team and a look back at the first meeting between the two teams this season.A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting XI and why he should keep things the same.A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Mar 202421min

Bayern Munich’s time off is now over.Germany faced off with a very strong team from the Netherlands in Frankfurt and XXXXXX.For Germany, this international break was extremely important and laid the groundwork for a new era with the national team.Was it successful? Will Germany be able to make a run at winning a trophy this summer? Let’s take a look. This is what we have on tap for this episode:A look at Julian Nagelsmann’s starting XI and how those players performed.A rundown of the scoring and subs.A look at what’s next? What might need to change? What might be the foundation for things moving forward?Can Germany be a serious competitor at the EURO 2024 competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 Mar 202424min

In the final international game before Bayern Munich’s players return back to Säbener Straße, Germany will take on the Netherlands in a match that could prove to extremely important for Die Mannschaft.Julian Nagelsmann has rallied his troops with a renewed sense of self-belief that has the squad buzzing, but none of that will mean anything without another strong showing. The Dutch will provide a formidable test and should be a good indication of just how much progress has been made under Nagelsmann.  Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at the game and why this could mean a lot to the Germans. Does Leroy Sané eventually have a role on this team?A guess at Julian Nagelsmann’s lineup and how it could change from what we saw against France on Saturday. A prediction on the match.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25 Mar 202415min