The Bundesliga Preview Show: VfL Wolfsburg

Bayern Munich is back in action this week and a tough slate of games lies ahead. Before we tackle all of that, though, there is much to unpack from Germany’s international break and the explosive performance from Uli Hoeneß on SPORT1-Doppelpass over the weekend.Let’s get into all of that more on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show! This is what we have on tap:Let’s talk about the good, the bad, and ugly from Germany’s international break performances vs. Slovakia and Northern Ireland.Julian Nagelsmann is in a make-or-break period with Germany.Does the DFB need to think about bringing in Jürgen Klopp to overhaul the entire organization.Uli Hoeneß says Bayern Munich was the real winner of the transfer window and that Nicolas Jackson needs to get 40 starts for the obligation to buy clause to activate.Chuck quickly addresses Philadelphia’s return to the spotlight (for all of the wrong reasons).It’s time to turn focus back to Bayern Munich. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

8 Sep 1h 4min

Wow…Germany was on the ropes vs. Northern Ireland, but a strong second half effort helped Julian Nagelsmann’s team pull away for a 3-1 victory.It was ugly at times and desperate at others, but this was somehow a must win match for a squad that was absolutely reeling after getting stomped out by Slovakia earlier in the week. The Germans absolutely needed this victory and it could have been disastrous had things not turned around in the latter stages of the game.Let’s get into it. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show: A look at the starting XI. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Some final thoughts and takeaways on the match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 Sep 34min

Bayern Munich is on break and the German national team got off to a bad start in this round of World Cup qualifiers. Let’s dive into all of that! This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Thomas Müller was back at Bayern Munich this week (already!?)Is Germany heading down a bad road after another painful loss? Can Julian Nagelsmann get it back on track?Who is accountable? Is there accountability at all?Should Joshua Kimmich do the right thing and move to right-back (again)?Unpacking the Erik ten Hag debacle at Bayer Leverkusen. Sport Bild had a wild story on the situation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 Sep 50min

The German national team hit the road to face Slovakia, looking to get off on the right foot for this round of World Cup qualifier action. That did not happen. Julian Nagelsmann — as he is prone to do — did some experimenting with his lineup and it did not work as the team dropped a 2-0 decision. The players were bad, the coaching was not great, and it was not a banner effort overall. There is plenty to discuss from this match, so let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show:A look at the starting XI. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Some final thoughts and takeaways on the match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Sep 23min

Bayern Munich’s summer transfer window is over, but the assessments can now finally begin.There were big acquisitions, important sales, and devastating misses. This transfer window pretty much had it all, so let’s break it down.The fine folks at @iMiaSanMia compiled a list of the incoming and outgoing transfers:I𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀:Luis Díaz (€70m), Liverpool - 8.00/10.00Jonathan Tah (€2m), Bayer Leverkusen - 6.00/10.00Tom Bischof (€300k), Hoffenheim - 7.00/10.00Nicolas Jackson (initial loan - €16.5m), Chelsea - 6.00/10.00Total expenditure: €88.8m𝗢𝘂𝘁𝗴𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀:Mathys Tel (€35m), Tottenham Hotspur - 10.00/10.00Kingsley Coman (€25m), Al Nassr - 8.00/10.00Paul Wanner (€15m), PSV Eindhoven - 6.00/10.00Adam Aznou (€9m), Everton - 9.00/10.00João Palhinha (initial loan - €5m), Tottenham Hotspur - 9.00/10.00Frans Krätzig (€3.5m), Red Bull Salzburg - 10.00/10.00Gabriel Vidović (€1.2m), Dinamo Zagreb - 10.00/10.00Bryan Zaragoza (initial loan - €1m), Celta Vigo - 5.00/10.00Daniel Peretz (initial loan - €250k), Hamburger SV - 1.00/10.00Leroy Sané (free transfer), Galatasaray - 1.00/10.00Eric Dier (free transfer), Monaco - 2.00/10.00Thomas Müller (free transfer), Vancouver Whitecaps - 1.00/10.00Arijon Ibrahimović (loan), Heidenheim - 8.00/10.00Maurice Krattenmacher (loan), Hertha Berlin - 8.00/10.00Lovro Zvonarek (loan), Grasshopper - 8.00/10.00Tarek Buchmann (loan), FC Nurnberg - 5.00/10.00Jonah Kusi-Asare (loan - €4m), Fulham - 5.00/10.00Total income: €98.95mNet spend: + €10.15mMissesHowever, it would not be a full review without considering the misses. Here are the players we know Bayern Munich made a serious pursuit on:Florian Wirtz, LiverpoolNick Woltemade, NewcastleNico Williams, Athletic BilbaoBradley Barcola, PSGAntony, Real Betis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Sep 1h 5min

Germany will be starting their World Cup Qualifying campaign this week with matches against Slovakia and Northern Ireland. Julian Nagelsmann’s side will be eager to right their wrongs after failing to win the Nations League title on home soil in Munich. Join Jack Laushway and Michael Scott as they break down the 23-man roster, a potential starting lineup, as well as Germany’s prospects in this group.Also, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Sep 33min

Matchday 2 delivered — and it almost feels cruel that we now have to wait two weeks for Bundesliga action.In this episode of the Bundesliga Rundown, Marcus covers:Why Hamburger SV never matched Bayern Munich’s successWhat makes St. Pauli the most unique club in German footballThe thrilling 3-3 draw between Werder Bremen and Bayer LeverkusenWhy Bayer Leverkusen sacked Erik ten Hag in a historical fashion — and why Marcus thinks it might have been the right call… and much, much, more.If you’re on BlueSky, be sure to follow the Bundesliga Rundown and Bavarian Football Works at:@ https://bundesligarundown.bsky.social@ https://bavarianfbworks.bsky.socialIf you’re on Instagram, be sure to follow the Bundesliga Rundown at @TheBundesligaRundownAlso, be sure to stay tuned to Bavarian Podcast Works for all of your up to date coverage on Bayern Munich and Germany. Check us out on Patreon and follow us on Twitter @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

1 Sep 42min

Bayern Munich’s transfer window has been wild and the team has some, well, gaps. How can things all come together?Let’s explore what has been happening, where things might be going, and why not everything has looked great so far on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:Fans are frustrated, but it is not time to panic. There are reasons for the issues we are seeing. How does Bayern Munich end up in these transfer situations? Nicolas Jackson-to-Bayern Munich became a complete mess. Bayern tried to get Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman. There seems to be heat in the Bayern offices and it seems to be wearing on Max Eberl. Have we already seen the best of Aleksandar Pavlović? Erik ten Hag on the hot seat? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 Aug 1h 8min