Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show Season 4, Episode 33: Bayern Munich and Joshua Kimmich hit an impasse...now what?; Celebrating Bayern Munich’s 125th Anniversary; An Entertainment Rundown; and MORE!

Germany failed to impress against Hungary in what can be summed up as a disappointing showing overall, particularly from the attack. If Hansi Flick’s side is to have any shot at going deep in the competition, they simply cannot look so toothless up front. Also, is Germany’s poor form coinciding with Bayern Munich’s poor showings of late mere happenstance, or are the two related?Coming to the situation at Bayern, does Julian Nagelsmann show a preference for more senior players? Is the 4-2-2-2 getting exposed, or does the drop-in form have nothing to do with Nagelsmann’s preferred setup?Loads of questions out there, sure, and that is precisely what Schnitzel, Samrin, and Tom are here to dissect in this podcast. The following is a list of the major talking points:What Tom thinks the issue is with Germany at the momentSchnitzel’s scathing views on Timo Werner starting upfront for GermanyIs Jonas Hofmann at RB actually a bad idea?What the go-to attack should be for Germany in the World CupThe underperforming midfieldBayern Munich’s poor form coinciding with Germany’s... bad luck or something more?Nagelsmann’s ‘alleged’ penchant for picking senior playersThe 4-2-2-2 formation... the real deal or a hindrance?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 Sep 202248min

Germany knew it would have a strong challenge against a very game and aggressive Hungary side and that is exactly what Hansi Flick’s boys got during a 1-0 victory for the Hungarians.The loss ended Germany’s 13-match unbeaten streak.Nothing came easy for Germany and an early goal for the Hungarians put the Germans in a very uncomfortable spot for the match. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode:A rundown of the scoring and game play.Ádám Szalai’s circus flick was something to behold.Some words on Hungary’s relentless style of playing.Germany’s more urgent pace for the second half and why it needs to be that way from the outset in every match.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.

23 Sep 202217min

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 Sep 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 Sep 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 Sep 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 Sep 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 Sep 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 Sep 202213min