Bayern Munich suffered a deflating and embarrassing defeat at the hands of Borussia Dortmund over the weekend, which left fans angry, puzzled, and...maybe even sad. So, yeah, it was not great. But maybe — just maybe — not all hope is lost heading into the stretch run of the season. Let’s take a look at some of the burning topics on this week’s edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Why the loss to Borussia Dortmund was so tough to watch and how it could be the impetus for true change. Mentally, Bayern Munich might just be shot. Is there any hope against Arsenal FC in the Champions League? How are we feeling about another long-term commitment to Leroy Sané? Will any coach worth his salt take the Bayern Munich job, knowing how badly they already want Xabi Alonso — who will be available in 2025? Also, what Alonso’s decision to stay at Bayer Leverkusen might be telling us about a potential future with Real Madrid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49m

Apr 01

Well, that’s it then. Even the most optimistic Bayern Munich fan will concede that the the Bundesliga is gone now. After losing to Borussia Dortmund in an unexpected and humiliating fashion, it’s time to take stock of the season and what’s left to play for.  Here are our talking points from the game: How this result isn’t surprising. You may remember this talking point from previous pods.  Harry Kane may have had his worst game in a Bayern shirt.  Why Thomas Tuchel’s Bayern lacks a foundation that lets them win.  Subbing Thomas Müller remains a grave mistake.  A player-by-player review of every single performance, including some highlights (Kimmich) and lowlights (Alphonso Davies, Leroy Sané).  What is left to play for this season? How player mentality figures into it all.  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

17m

Mar 30

Bayern Munich is back in action, but the news surrounding the club has exploded in recent days. Transfer rumors, agent/front office squabbles, injuries, and just about everything in between have hit the news cycle and we are here to discuss it. Let’s dig in. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Assessing the players most likely to get a call into Germany for the EUROs and what the chances really are that any of them will convince Julian Nagelsmann before the deadline. The agent for Alphonso Davies took Bayern Munich to task over its “ultimatum” to accept a new deal. Can this situation be saved or it already too far gone? Looking at the most recent news on Bayern Munich’s coaching candidates. Assessing the transfers rumors linking Bayern Munich to VfB Stuttgart’s Chris Führich and what that could mean for the futures of Serge Gnabry and Bryan Zaragoza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49m

Mar 28

Bayern Munich is back in action and what better way to return from an international break than to dive right into a matchup against Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker. Bayern Munich still has some belief in trying to win the Bundesliga, but even the players and coaches admit that it will take a lot of help from Bayer Leverkusen to make this a race down the stretch. For Borussia Dortmund, this is a chance to potentially stomp out any semblance of hope that Bayern Munich believes that it has. Here is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: A look at where each team is in the table and why each club’s fanbase probably expected much more. Some thoughts on the recent form of each team and a look back at the first meeting between the two teams this season. A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting XI and why he should keep things the same. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22m

Mar 27

Bayern Munich’s time off is now over. Germany faced off with a very strong team from the Netherlands in Frankfurt and XXXXXX. For Germany, this international break was extremely important and laid the groundwork for a new era with the national team. Was it successful? Will Germany be able to make a run at winning a trophy this summer? Let’s take a look. This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Julian Nagelsmann’s starting XI and how those players performed. A rundown of the scoring and subs. A look at what’s next? What might need to change? What might be the foundation for things moving forward? Can Germany be a serious competitor at the EURO 2024 competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25m

Mar 26

In the final international game before Bayern Munich’s players return back to Säbener Straße, Germany will take on the Netherlands in a match that could prove to extremely important for Die Mannschaft. Julian Nagelsmann has rallied his troops with a renewed sense of self-belief that has the squad buzzing, but none of that will mean anything without another strong showing. The Dutch will provide a formidable test and should be a good indication of just how much progress has been made under Nagelsmann.  Here is what we have on tap for this episode:  A look at the game and why this could mean a lot to the Germans.  Does Leroy Sané eventually have a role on this team? A guess at Julian Nagelsmann’s lineup and how it could change from what we saw against France on Saturday.  A prediction on the match.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16m

Mar 25

Bayern Munich will be back in action later this on the field, but there is much going on in the boardroom these days. While all of that is going on, the German national team is looking like they could potentially have something cooking. Given all of that, we have much to talk about. This is what we have on tap for this episode: After some times to process it all, more thoughts on Germany’s 2-0 win over France and why it seems like Julian Nagelsmann could be close to unlocking something with this German side. Reports are breaking that Bayern Munich wants an answer from Alphonso Davies by next week. Will the Canadian take the best-and-final offer from the Bavarians or will he set sights on a move this summer...maybe to Real Madrid. One year after Nagelsmann was unceremoniously sacked at Bayern Munich, the fallout is still being felt. Let’s discuss where things stand and how much longer that move might affect the club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

54m

Mar 25

The German national team had not really fired on all cylinders for, well, years. With deflating performance after deflating performance, there was very little reason for hope...until now! While it is just one match, the Germans were able to outgun France 2-0 for a really strong and convincing away win. Clearly, there was a lot to talk about and with Jack Laushway making his Bavarian Podcast Works debut to help break this one down, we went all-in! This is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at Julian Nagelsmann’s starting XI and how those players performed. A rundown of the scoring and subs. Some thoughts on Germany’s blazing start to the match and that laser of a goal from Florian Wirtz. Kai Havertz proved he up to the task after an iffy first half (with some major help from Bayern Munich’s Jamal Musiala). Joshua Kimmich vs. Kylian Mbappé. Who was impactful and who might not have turned in their best effort. Some final thoughts on the impressive victory (is this a cause for hope?) and why this was incredibly important to Nagelsmann and the players alike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23m

Mar 23

Bayern Munich can’t catch a break. Even during the international break, the Bavarians are feeling the wrath of the injury gods. Even aside of that, though, Max Eberl seems to have ramped up his planning for the 2024/25 campaign, so there is a lot going on. Why waste any more time, let’s get to it. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: Bodies are dropping at Germany’s national team camp — and at Bayern Munich. Let’s talk about the impact of Manuel Neuer’s latest ailment, Sacha Boey’s injury, and what this might mean for the rest of the club season. Could Bayern Munich bring Julian Nagelsmann back as its coach? Some final thoughts on the German national team’s upcoming slate. Bayern Munich reportedly made its best-and-final offer to Alphonso Davies, which tops out at €13 million per season. Is that enough? Will Real Madrid top that? Enough with these Ronald Araújo rumors. Why are Joshua Kimmich and Leon Goretzka so hated? How real is it that both will leave this summer? Breaking down another hilarious episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

54m

Mar 21

With Bayern Munich on break, the German national team takes center stage for fans. Die Mannschaft will travel to France to take on the country many consider to be the current world power and will have a new look under Julian Nagelsmann. Let’s dive into what we all should be watching for and talking about heading into the weekend: What will Julian Nagelsmann’s influence and impact be on what should be a very different looking Germany side? Why this all could work...and why it might all just blow up. Can Jamal Musiala and Florian Wirtz carry the torch for Germany? A guess at Nagelsmann’s formation and starting lineup. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

36m

Mar 20

Bayern Munich has the week off, but the news cycle rolls on and there is much to talk about with regard to where the Bavarians are heading into the season’s home stretch. Bundesliga hopes might be fading by the hour, but there is new life in the Champions League for Bayern Munich. Needless to say, there is much to talk about, so let’s get to it: Assessing where Bayern Munich is heading into the break. How the injuries might impact things and Why Thomas Tuchel might not be able to help himself — changes could be coming.  Did Bayern Munich make mistakes in the January transfer window? Having a “never say die” for the Bundesliga title is becoming harder to maintain as Bayer Leverkusen continues to batter everyone in their path. Talking through the Bundesliga coaching turnover. Realistically, what is the best we can expect from Germany against France and the Netherlands? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

57m

Mar 18

Bayern Munich won against bottom of the table Darmstadt 2-5, keeping their slim title chances alive. In this podcast, we discuss: Has Thomas Tuchel really improved Bayern’s defense? A look at some individual performances including that of Leroy Sané and Matthijs de Ligt Why it is so important that Jamal Musiala and Thomas Müller keep playing together A word on Eric Dier’s performance today Trying to make sense of Bayern’s past three performances including the inconsistencies from time to time More on Jamal Musiala because the world needs more of Jamal Musiala! A look at Bayern’s Bundesliga fixtures and European fixtures An adjustment period for Bayern A word on the Arsenal fixture in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals 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

23m

Mar 16

In a bit of exciting news for Bayern Munich, the club has been drawn to face Premier League powerhouse Arsenal FC in the quarterfinal round of the Champions League. Bayern Munich vs. Arsenal is just one of four intriguing showdowns set for the quarterfinals. Real Madrid will battle Manchester City, Paris Saint-Germain takes on FC Barcelona, and Borussia Dortmund will square off with Atlético Madrid. Surely, fans from all right teams will be amped to see how those tie play out. As for Bayern Munich, let’s get down to why this should be a fun experience for fans — and one that the Bavarians could eventually pull out: A look at the draw and why Bayern Munich actually has a chance. Why Arsenal’s true danger is their ability to function as a unit. Why Bayern Munich fans should have some belief that the team can win. A look at the other match-ups and why Manchester City vs. Real Madrid is probably the equivalent of a UCL final. PSG vs. Barca could be a banger as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23m

Mar 15

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

57m

Mar 14

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

32m

Mar 13

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

1h 1m

Mar 10

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

19m

Mar 09

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

49m

Mar 08

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

28m

Mar 06

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

28m

Mar 05

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

28m

Mar 04

After that devastating draw to SC Freiburg on Friday, Bayern Munich are in a very dark place. The Bundesliga is all but gone, which leaves only the Champions League as the sole chance of silverware this season. Unfortunately, the team is carrying a 1-0 deficit from the first leg into this week’s game versus Lazio, and it’s hard to see how the players will bounce back. Where will things go from here? In this episode, INNN and Cyler discuss the following: What are the chances that Bayern Munich progress to the Champions League quarter-finals? How does this current edition of Bayern stack up against Lazio? Would Thomas Tuchel bench Thomas Müller for a recently returned Leroy Sané? Should he? More lineup options and how they stack up — Kimmich vs Laimer, Guerreiro vs Davies, De Ligt vs Dier, etc. Should the board keep Thomas Tuchel if he loses to Lazio? What’s the point in sacking him? Looking at potential interim solutions. The issue with Xabi Alonso — why it could all go wrong for Bayern Munich. Alternatives to Xabi discussed, including Hansi Flick, Sebastian Hoeneß, and more. Cyler finally snaps and suggests Xavi as a potential coaching option. INNN explains why Thomas Müller would bench Thomas Müller if he became coach (yeah the pod went off the rails a bit). The Alphonso Davies contract situation is a travesty. What Davies’ contract issues say about the people in charge of Bayern Munich right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1h 3m

Mar 03

Bayern Munich travelled to SC Freiburg and looked like it was still asleep on the bus for the first part of the game, but after a furious comeback, the Bavarians once again failed to complete the mission as the game ended in a 2-2 draw. There is plenty to talk about regarding this contest, so let’s not waste any more time: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. The first 25 minutes were painful, but somehow Bayern Munich rebounded. Mathys Tel and Jamal Musiala stepped when plays needed to be made. Manuel Neuer showed that he still has it. Joshua Kimmich looked irate when he was removed from the match. A lapse in Bayern Munich’s defending once again reared its ugly head. What now?

27m

Mar 01

The news cycle surrounding Bayern Munich is wild at the moment. Coaches coming in...players going out...other players coming in? There are no shortage of topics to discuss, so let’s get to it. This is what we have on tap for this week’s episode: Like many of us have expected, Alphonso Davies seems set for Real Madrid. Is Andy Robertson the answer for a replacement? Max Eberl’s hiring at Bayern Munich has gone official...now what? Bayern Munich and Liverpool FC appear headed for a showdown on Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso. Why is there so much hate toward Hansi Flick these days? Breaking down the recent reports that Julian Nagelsmann has identified his team leaders and which players might get left home. This sounds like history repeating itself in some ways...let’s discuss. Some quick thoughts on the most recent episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm.

55m

Feb 29

Bayern Munich got a win under its belt last week against RB Leipzig, but now the focus turns to a Friday match-up at SC Freiburg. The short week on the road against an opponent, who has shown a knack for frustrating Bayern Munich at times could be a big ask for the Bavarians, but there is no room for error. If Bayern Munich wants to retain any sliver of hope for winning the league, it cannot afford to slip up. Here is what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team in the table. Some thoughts on the recent form of each team. A look at the recent developments at Bayern Munich. A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s lineup. A prediction on the match,

30m

Feb 28

Bayern Munich got back on the winning track with a big victory over RB Leipzig, but — as always — there is plenty more going on at the club to talk about. Why waste any more time? Let’s get down to it! Here is what is on tap for this week’s episode: Some exciting news about the future of Bavarian Podcast Works. Some final thoughts on the weekend win over RB Leipzig — and how fans are (rightly) struggling with whether to be optimistic or realistic about where all this is going. The arrival of Max Eberl should propel Bayern Munich into its next generation — but could end up leaving some players and club staffer behind. What should we make of Leroy Sane’s current struggles — and should Bayern Munich have reservations about re-upping his deal.

41m

Feb 26

Bayern Munich https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/ pulled out a late 2-1 victory over RB Leipzig in a Bundesliga match that the Bavarians absolutely needed. Sure, winning the league title at this point seems like a pipedream, but it only takes one game to get the ball rolling. It was not a pretty match, but it did feature quite a few amazing moments — which we hit on in this show. Here is everything that we have on tap for this episode: __ __

23m

Feb 24

Bayern Munich pulled out a late 2-1 victory over RB Leipzig in a Bundesliga match that the Bavarians absolutely needed. Sure, winning the league title at this point seems like a pipedream, but it only takes one game to get the ball rolling. It was not a pretty match, but it did feature quite a few amazing moments — which we hit on in this show. Here is everything that we have on tap for this episode: A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI — and why some of the changes made sense for this match. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Some commentary on the fight and perseverance shown by Bayern Munich, even in a match where not everything was clicking. A call to try and capitalize on the slight momentum built up here with a change in leadership. Why this win mattered, despite the lack of a brilliant showing.

26m

Feb 24

One thing you can say about this season for Bayern Munich https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/…it has not been boring. The team is at the crossroads of a precipice (thank you Little Carmine for one of my favorite malapropisms) and Here is what we have on tap for this episode: __ __

37m

Feb 22

Bayern Munich https://www.bavarianfootballworks.com/ will look to get back on track against RB Leipzig this weekend at the Allianz Arena — and it will not be easy. RB Leipzig is not exactly in the best form overall, but is coming off a win over Borussia Mönchengladbach, while the Bavarians are reeling and in the midst of a three-game losing streak. To further complicate matters, there are major issues between some of the Bayern Munich players and head coach Thomas Tuchel. Plus, Tuchel and the club announced that they will part ways after the season. Will he make it that far? The result against could go a long way in determining that. This is what we have on tap for this episode: __ __

20m

Feb 21