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 can’t catch a break.Even during the international break, the Bavarians are feeling the wrath of the injury gods. Even aside of that, though, Max Eberl seems to have ramped up his planning for the 2024/25 campaign, so there is a lot going on.Why waste any more time, let’s get to it. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:Bodies are dropping at Germany’s national team camp — and at Bayern Munich. Let’s talk about the impact of Manuel Neuer’s latest ailment, Sacha Boey’s injury, and what this might mean for the rest of the club season.Could Bayern Munich bring Julian Nagelsmann back as its coach?Some final thoughts on the German national team’s upcoming slate.Bayern Munich reportedly made its best-and-final offer to Alphonso Davies, which tops out at €13 million per season. Is that enough? Will Real Madrid top that?Enough with these Ronald Araújo rumors.Why are Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka so hated? How real is it that both will leave this summer?Breaking down another hilarious 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.

21 Mar 202452min

With Bayern Munich on break, the German national team takes center stage for fans.Die Mannschaft will travel to France to take on the country many consider to be the current world power and will have a new look under Julian Nagelsmann.Let’s dive into what we all should be watching for and talking about heading into the weekend:What will Julian Nagelsmann’s influence and impact be on what should be a very different looking Germany side?Why this all could work...and why it might all just blow up.Can Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz carry the torch for Germany?A guess at Nagelsmann’s formation and starting lineup.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.

20 Mar 202435min

Bayern Munich has the week off, but the news cycle rolls on and there is much to talk about with regard to where the Bavarians are heading into the season’s home stretch.Bundesliga hopes might be fading by the hour, but there is new life in the Champions League for Bayern Munich.Needless to say, there is much to talk about, so let’s get to it:Assessing where Bayern Munich is heading into the break. How the injuries might impact things and Why Thomas Tuchel might not be able to help himself — changes could be coming. Did Bayern Munich make mistakes in the January transfer window?Having a “never say die” for the Bundesliga title is becoming harder to maintain as Bayer Leverkusen continues to batter everyone in their path.Talking through the Bundesliga coaching turnover.Realistically, what is the best we can expect from Germany against France and the Netherlands? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Mar 202456min

Bayern Munich won against bottom of the table Darmstadt 2-5, keeping their slim title chances alive. In this podcast, we discuss:Has Thomas Tuchel really improved Bayern’s defense?A look at some individual performances including that of Leroy Sané and Matthijs de LigtWhy it is so important that Jamal Musiala and Thomas Müller keep playing togetherA word on Eric Dier’s performance todayTrying to make sense of Bayern’s past three performances including the inconsistencies from time to timeMore on Jamal Musiala because the world needs more of Jamal Musiala!A look at Bayern’s Bundesliga fixtures and European fixturesAn adjustment period for BayernA word on the Arsenal fixture in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinalsBe 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.

16 Mar 202423min

In a bit of exciting news for Bayern Munich, the club has been drawn to face Premier League powerhouse Arsenal FC in the quarterfinal round of the Champions League.Bayern Munich vs. Arsenal is just one of four intriguing showdowns set for the quarterfinals. Real Madrid will battle Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain takes on FC Barcelona, and Borussia Dortmund will square off with Atlético Madrid.Surely, fans from all right teams will be amped to see how those tie play out. As for Bayern Munich, let’s get down to why this should be a fun experience for fans — and one that the Bavarians could eventually pull out:A look at the draw and why Bayern Munich actually has a chance.Why Arsenal’s true danger is their ability to function as a unit.Why Bayern Munich fans should have some belief that the team can win.A look at the other match-ups and why Manchester City vs. Real Madrid is probably the equivalent of a UCL final. PSG vs. Barca could be a banger as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

15 Mar 202423min

Craziness reigns supreme for Bayern Munich and the German national team.While things are finally starting to normalize after nearly a year under Thomas Tuchel for Bayern Munich. The attack looks dangerous, the midfield is controlling games, and the backline has been sturdy.Things...are good.As for the German national team, the more things change (getting rid of some mainstays), the more they stay the same (leaning on some old heads to lead the way).Given all of that, there is plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it:Discussing the roster selection.The closer we get to the EUROs, the more there is a strong reason to believe that Julian Nagelsmann is going to show the same self-destructive, impulsive tendencies he sowed at Bayern Munich.What can go right and what can go wrong for Germany during the games against France and the Netherlands.Ranking the best and worst possible draws for Bayern Munich in the Champions League.A stalemate in the Alphonso Davies negotiations?Bayern Munich potentially looking to sell seven mainstays....and spend €200 million this summer?Recapping some of the latest transfer rumors including those linking Bayern Munich to VfB Stuttgart’s Chris Führich, FC Augsburg’s Ermedin Demirović, Borussia Mönchengladbach’s Manu Koné, and Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi.What a freaking banger of an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm...let’s discuss why I loved it so much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14 Mar 202456min

Bayern Munich is riding high and coming off of two consecutive wins as the team has looked a lot better over the course of the last two games.Can the Bavarians keep it going against yet another scuffling opponent in SV Darmstadt 98?The odds would say so, but Bayern Munich’s upswing in confidence and creativity is more important than anything the bookmakers have to say at the moment.Let’s review what we have on tap for this episode:A look at where each team resides in the Bundesliga table at the moment.Some thoughts on Bayern Munich’s recent-uptick in performance and improved form.To rotate or not to rotate? That is the question for Thomas Tuchel.A guess at Tuchel’s lineup.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.

13 Mar 202432min

Having dispatched SS Lazio in the Champions League Round of 16, Bayern Munich proceed to the quarter-finals with a small hope. Yes, things look somewhat bleak this season, but recent results prove that the team can push through when needed. So, what comes next?In this episode, INNN and Schnitzel discuss the following:Who are the potential opponents Bayern will want to face in the CL? Discussing FC Barcelona, Borussia Dortmund, and more.Paris Saint-Germain is a boring draw that no one wants.Inter Milan or Atlético Madrid — which team would be a tougher opponent?A toss up between Arsenal and Real Madrid, and who Bayern would prefer to face.The bleak prospects against Manchester City (plus one way to beat them).What kind of draw would we like to see?Did Thomas Tuchel’s sacking improve the team? If so, why?What are Bayern’s chances of winning the Champions League 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, @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.

10 Mar 20241h 1min