Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: VfB Stuttgart vs. Bayern Munich (Beckenbauer Supercup)

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

Bayern Munich have just taken part in a demolition. Mainz were not terrible — they simply refused to sit back and had their team taken apart by a Bayern side who finally played up to their potential. Despite all the doom and gloom surrounding the club as of late, fans can finally breathe easy and bask in the glory of two great performances (this one and Lazio).Here are our talking points from the game:Has Thomas Tuchel figured out his team, or is Bayern Munich flying without a captain?Performance reviews — Harry Kane’s added impact, the importance of Thomas Müller, why Jamal Musiala is cooking now, and more!Leon Goretzka’s new role and what it does for his game.Is this the new Bayern backline going forward?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.

9 Mar 202422min

Bayern Munich fans have some optimism after a season of frustration, but will these spry feelings go all for naught?Now is the time for the Bavarians to make their final charge at the Bundesliga (longshot!) and the Champions League (avoid Manchester City and Real Madrid as long as you can and you have a chance!).Even with all of that going on, there is plenty of other news to talk about and we will do just that on this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode:Talking through the most recent transfer rumors surrounding Bayern Munich stars Joshua Kimmich, Jamal Musiala, and Alphonso Davies.How Thomas Tuchel mismanagement forced Bayern Munich’s hand with Mathys Tel.The latest on Xabi Alonso.Analyzing Julian Nagelsmann’s rumored starting XI for Germany at the EURO 2024 competition.Discussing the latest 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.

8 Mar 202448min

Hot off the heels of its Champions League win over Lazio, Bayern Munich will host Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga this weekend.The Bavarians will be looking to build some momentum and take one last (improbable) run at somehow knocking Bayer Leverkusen from its perch atop the Bundesliga table. Bayern Munich would need a whole hell of a lot of help for that happen, but at a minimum, the Bavarians can seek to tighten things up for the Champions League quarterfinals.Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode:A look at where each team is in the table and their recent trends.A rundown of Bayern Munich’s injury situation.A discussion on why Thomas Tuchel should not change too much from how he operated against Lazio.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.

6 Mar 202427min

In a game that Bayern Munich absolutely needed to win, the Bavarians out up a 3-0 victory over Lazio in the Champions League.The victory gave Bayern Munich a 3-1 win on aggregate, which propelled the team into the next round of the Champions League — and also allowed fans to exhale...very deeply.Let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this episode:A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI and what surprised us with his selections.A rundown of the scoring.Tuchel’s tactics worked! Bayern Munich played with great urgency! The players lived up to their collective potential.Thomas Müller and Matthijs de Ligt carried the team.Aleksandar Pavlović is looking more and more like a keeper as he gains more experience.Joshua Kimmich and Raphaël Guerreiro thrived in their roles (but, yeah, that is probably not sustainable).Give Eric Dier some credit.Some thoughts about what where Bayern Munich goes from here — for at least one day, we got to see what this team should have looked like all season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 Mar 202428min

In a season that has been marred by controversy and inconsistent play, Bayern Munich will try to take one last chance at salvaging things in the Champions League against Lazio.With a win, there will be hope for the Bavarians to at least have a chance to win something this season. With a loss, though, gloom and doom could reign supreme. Here is what we have on tap for this episode:A look at where the tie stands and how each team has played in their recent match entering the game.What a win means for Bayern Munich...and what a loss signals to the team and fans alike.A look at Thomas Tuchel’s lineup options and a guess at how Tuchel might sent out his starting XI.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.

4 Mar 202428min