Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Bayern Munich vs. Mainz 05 (Bundesliga)

(Finds random cliff, peers off into the distance, uses a deep voice to utter, “And so it begins”...)It’s time!Bayern Munich will kick off its season the DFB-Pokal vs. SSV Ulm in a match that should — should! — see the Bavarians be considered heavy favorites. In the first real match under Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich will surely want to get off to a good start and build some momentum for what could be a very difficult campaign.The top end of the Bundesliga — as a collective — might be better than last season and the Bavarians will have to find a way to ward off the natural growing pains that can occur under a new coach.That all starts with Friday’s match in the DFB-Pokal against SSV Ulm. Let’s dive into it and get started with our first Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show of the season. Here is what we have on tap:Where the team stands coming out of the preseason.Who you might know on SSV Ulm.A look at the latest news on injuries.A guess at Vincent Kompany’s lineup.A prediction on the match.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, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

14 Aug 202425min

Bayern Munich downed Austrian side WSG Tirol 3-0 in Unterhaching in a match that unimpressive, but did achieve the goal of getting some younger players time, while allowing the veterans to shake off a little more rust ahead of the DFB-Pokal match against SSV Ulm.Let’s get to it and discuss how this match played out:A look at Vincent Kompany’s odd lineup and why there were not that many experienced reserves available.A rundown of the scoring and substitutes. The first half was slow, but the second’s effort was better.Talking Grayson Dettoni (it would have been great to see him play).The game lacked any offensive cohesion and that aggressive press was absent as well.A missed opportunity for Leon Goretzka.Gabriel Vidović has probably performed at a level that will garner him enough interest to either be loaned again or sold outright.Where does Bayern Munich go from here?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, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13 Aug 202429min

So preseason is practically over and Bayern Munich have emerged with the prestigious Visit Malta Cup and extended bragging rights over Tottenham Hotspur supporters. However, who were the major winners and losers from the whole exercise? What did we learn about Vincent Kompany’s plans for next season?In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss the following:What is up with Leon Goretzka? Is he finally being pushed out?Will Vincent Kompany actually use Thomas Müller in an important role this season?Why Harry Kane might need to adjust his game.The new midfield — first impressions of Palhinha, and Joshua Kimmich’s current role.What we like from Kompany so far.The issue of selling Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui, and how this may have unforeseen consequences.Will Bayern Munich make further transfers this summer?Answering supporter questions re: Upamecano, the squad planning, and transfers (the questions were all reaaaaally long).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, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 Aug 20241h 9min

Bayern Munich made its way over to England for a friendly with Tottenham Hotspur to fulfill an obligation on the Harry Kane transfer deal.Mission accomplished.Not only did Bayern Munich fulfill that part of the Kane deal, but it walked away with a 3-2 victory as well. There was much to discuss following the match, so let’s get to it:A look at Vincent Kompany’s starting XI.A rundown of the scoring and substitutions.Serge Gnabry looks like a man on a mission.Finally,, it was cool to see Harry Kane get a nice ovation from Spurs fans.Bayern Munich’s first half press was an absolute game-changer, but it fell off a cliff in the second half after Kompany used subs.Mathys Tel needs more playing time.The backline could end up being a problem — Eric Dier might be the best of the three-headed monster.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, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

10 Aug 202437min

Given the subject matter, there is not much need for a preamble when it comes to Bayern Munich — this offseason has been filled with peaks and valleys. Let’s discuss those and a lot more on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show. This is what we have on tap:Bayern Munich is reportedly going to pass on a transfer of Bayer Leverkusen center-back Jonathan Tah — even if it sells Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United. Or maybe not, who knows?What Vincent Kompany’s plan to use Joshua Kimmich in the central midfield means for João Palhinha, Leon Goretzka, Konrad Laimer — and the biggest loser, Aleksandar Pavlović. Plus, how this affects the right-back candidates, Josip Stanišić and Sacha Boey.What do we need to look for during Bayern Munich’s friendly vs. Tottenham Hotspur this weekend.Finally, we are taking some dragon fire straight to that House of the Dragon season finale...yup, it was terrible and confirmed that this season was all about treading water — a mortal sin for a show.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, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Aug 202453min

We are in the home stretch of the summer transfer window and Bayern Munich still has some moves to make to help thin out the herd on the roster. Who might stay? Who might go? That will all be determined in the next few weeks.Given all of that, we have a lot to discuss. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:The season is starting to feel real isn’t it?With less than a month left in the transfer window, Bayern Munich has to finalize some moves and potentially make a few others. Check out Bayern Munich’s final “for sale” list.Why Xavi Simons chose RB Leipzig over Bayern and why it might not be the last we hear on him in these parts.The latest on Joshua Kimmich and why it is not such a certainty that he will sign a contract extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Aug 202447min

Bayern Munich went to Seoul, South Korea and came away with an impressive win over Tottenham Hotspur, dominating the game and scoring two goals. Meanwhile, on the PR side of things, Thomas Müller has been getting more attention than ever. Players, coaches, and executives can’t stop talking about how much of a “legend” he is, leading to a oversaturation of common buzzwords. Is something afoot?In this episode, INNN discusses the following topics:The five major things Vincent Kompany got RIGHT vs Spurs.Why this matters for the upcoming season.Why some players seemed to settle into the new system despite a lack of prior training.Similarities (and differences) to Pep, Nagelsmann, and Flick.Putting the brakes on the hype train (just a little).Why loaning Bryan Zaragoza seems like a good idea.Conspiracy: Bayern Munich has begun to plan the “end” of Thomas Müller, and the current PR is a tool to make that happen.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, @BFWCyler, @bfwinnn, @IredahlMarcus, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 Aug 202443min

Bayern Munich came out of the gates flying against Tottenham Hotspur during the friendly between the two teams in South Korea.In what was — by far — Bayern Munich’s best half of play during this preseason, the team was electric, played with high energy, and generally made life hell for Tottenham. Using an early goal from Gabriel Vidović, Bayern Munich never really relented until late in the match to ultimately capture a 2-1 victory.Needless to say, it was an impressive showing, so let’s not delay the excitement and get talking. 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 subs.Some general thoughts on just how good — and FUN — Bayern Munich looked.A pat on the back for Vincent Kompany.If Bayern Munich can get this version of Serge Gnabry, there is no reason to keep trying to sell him.Did any concerns arise? Well, yeah, but just a few.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Aug 202438min