Bavarian Podcast Works S7E48: Leon Goretzka will play a key role for Germany; Julian Nagelsmann almost moved back to Bayern Munich (!?); Should Bayern wait to splurge until next summer; Lamenting cautionary tales of failure; and MORE!

So...is there anything important going on at Bayern Munich?Obviously, the recent news on Joshua Kimmich has taken center-stage, so we will dive fully into that situation, while also offering up an appreciation of the club as it celebrates its 125th Anniversary. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:The breaking news that Bayern Munich pulled its contract extension offer from Joshua Kimmich left many observers stunned. What does it mean? Where do the two side go from here? Does Kimmich have other options? WIll Bayern add another midfielder to the mix this summer if Kimmich walks?Celebrating Bayern Munich’s 125th Anniversary — why the club is so important, why so many fans have gravitated to it, and how the club’s Mia San Mia mentality and true “Commitment to Excellence” (sorry Raiders fans) are something that we should all appreciate.A brief Entertainment Rundown featuring an ode to Gene Hackman and some final thoughts on the ending of the Netflix series, “Cobra Kai.”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, @rayyantwt, @IredahlMarcus, @enadmo1135, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Feb 53min

Bayern Munich is looking to stay hot and in form against a very good side from VfB Stuttgart before entertaining Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League next week.Sitting in 7th place, VfB Stuttgart is hungry and eager to break into the top-six, with a chance to also get into a top-four spot as well. Stuttgart needs this win and will be highly motivated to make it happen in front of its home crowd.As for Bayern Munich, avoiding injuries and staying sharp will be at the top of the agenda. After a convincing win over Eintracht Frankfurt last weekend, Bayern Munich will want to keep the momentum going.This is what we have on tap for this episode:A look at the last match between the teams.A look at the recent form of each team.A look at the rosters and injuries for VfB Stuttgart and Bayern Munich.A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.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, @rayyantwt, @IredahlMarcus, @enadmo1135, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 Feb 37min

The Bundesliga Rundown went to its first live Bundesliga game this weekend!And what a game it was—we had the incredible experience of sitting right next to the Yellow Wall. This episode will feature:A quick look at Bayern Munich’s win over Eintracht FrankfurtA bizarre Bundesliga Spotlight: Christian Ilzer’s use of toys to motivate his playersA brief history of the Ruhr regionWhy football matters in difficult timesSerhou Guirassy and Emre Can in the spotlight... and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

25 Feb 36min

Bayern Munich continues to push forward through a rugged month of February — and yet again, the Bavarians came away with a win over a quality opponent.We’ve got a lot to say about Bayern Munich’s win over Eintracht Frankfurt, but also some thoughts on the unique situation that Max Eberl is in where he is both failing and succeeding (we’ll explain). This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:The aftermath of Bayern Munich vs. Eintracht Frankfurt — what worked? What didn’t? Why this was such a refreshing game to watch.Why this win proved that Kompany needs to embrace his squad depth, rotate more, and avoid the same pitfalls that put him in a spot where so many key players are injured.Eberl is getting work done in locking up many key players — with a few more on tap, including Joshua Kimmich and Dayot Upamecano.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.

24 Feb 52min

Bayern Munich came away with a performance that had the Allianz Arena singing against a team that causes them problems regularly, Eintracht Frankfurt. The Bayern performance nonetheless left far more questions than answers; if Vincent Kompany can set his team up to play with such fluency (with Thomas Müller in the side), why does he not do so? Does Harry Kane slow Bayern down? Bayern nonetheless maintained their eight point gap at the top and the Bundesliga title race seems all but mathematically decided. In this podcast, we look at:The lineups of both sides and what they looked like on the pitch.Some mouthwatering combinations across the pitch from BayernWhat was Eintracht Frankfurt missing today?The nature of Bayern’s goals against FrankfurtWas the introduction of Harry Kane really necessary?Has Bayern already won the Bundesliga? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

23 Feb 20min

Bayern Munich will face-off with Eintracht Frankfurt in a key Bundesliga showdown, but before we can even get to that, we have to talk about the Champions League draw, which will pit Bayern Munich against Leverkusen for the fourth and fifth times this season. What a battled that will be!As for Eintracht Frankfurt, though, a big challenge awaits the banged up Bavarians, who are reeling in terms of both health and form. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show:Some thoughts on Bayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen in the Champions League, plus analysis on the other match-ups and why whoever wins the Bayern-Leverkusen tie could have a relatively easy pathway to the semifinal and a legit chance to make the final.A look at the injury situations for both Bayern Munich and Eintracht Frankfurt.A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI (total shot in the dark given all the injuries).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, @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.

21 Feb 57min

Bayern Munich is weathering the storm quite nicely (so far) this month, but there is much going on both on and off the field in Bavaria these days. Let’s tackle some of it right here on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show:Bayern Munich could extend the contract of Dayot Upamecano before Joshua Kimmich re-ups? Who saw that coming?With uncertainty on the menu for this summer, Bayern Munich fans should expect very little action. The biggest keys will be to avoid a panic buy, but to also be ready in the event that that something unexpected happens — like Florian Wirtz wanting to leave Bayer Leverkusen.Whatever happens, Max Eberl is under the microscope.No, I don’t know what is going on with Thomas Müller either.Who do you want to see in the Champions League — Bayer Leverkusen or Atlético Madrid? I think I know who I want.A brief Entertainment Rundown.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 @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Feb 57min

Bayern Munich hosted Celtic FC in the second leg of the Champions League playoff round and — as expected — the Scottish champions were not going to go down without a fight.In fact, Celtic almost pulled off an unthinkable effort and pushed the Bavarians to their limit. Only a last minute goal from Alphonso Davies — yup, he dressed for the match — saved Bayern Munich from having to go to extra time facing a Celtic side that was hungry to send the Germans out of the competition. Let’s talk about how it all went down and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show. This is what we have on tap:A look at the starting XI - what worked and what didn’t.A rundown of the scoring and substitutions.Some final thoughts and takeaways on the match.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 @BavarianFBWorks, @BavarianPodcast @TheBarrelBlog, @BFWCyler, @2012nonexistent, @TommyAdams71 and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

18 Feb 32min