Bayern Munich fans...the future is now! Or soon...or maybe a little later...but either way, the club does appear to be well on its way to hiring its next coach — Ralf Rangnick, a name that was not necessarily at the forefront of anyone’s mind just a few weeks ago. With all of that going on, let’s get to it and discuss what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Rangnick to Bayern Munich...how are we feeling about that (if it goes down)? It is still a little odd that Hansi Flick never made it into serious consideration. Is there any truth to the rumors that Rangnick is a short-term solution until Jürgen Klopp (or maybe even Xabi Alonso) becomes available. Should fans believe the Frenkie de Jong rumors this time around? After the Eintracht Frankfurt game, it is time to switch quickly into “Real Madrid Mode.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich is back at home to host Eintracht Frankfurt in the Bundesliga this weekend. Can the Bavarians stay hot against Die Adler? With a Champions League semifinal tie against Real Madrid on the horizon, Bayern Munich’s focus will be at the forefront of this match. The Bavarians should be looking to ride the wave of momentum they have built up, but be careful not to look past a pesky Eintracht Frankfurt side. Here is what we have on tap for episode of the Bavarians Podcast Works — Preview Show: A look at the recent league form of both clubs. Why Bayern Munich needs to avoid falling into another “trap” and why the last thing this needs is any doubt to seep into it. Updates on injured Bayern Munich players. A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting XI. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich is in the middle of a hot streak, but what might be even hotter is the club’s coaching search. BFW’s Marcus Iredahl walks us down the options being discussed by the Bavarians at this point and why things are in such an odd and dire state when it comes to finding a new manager. This is what Marcus has on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Final thoughts on Bayern Munich’s win over Union Berlin in the Bundesliga. The importance of momentum. Is it good to still Uli Hoeneß and Karl-Heinz Rummenigge working in the shadows for the coaching search? And yes, it will be tough when the legendary duo is no longer with the club, but a passing of the torch must eventually occur. Why it is concerning that Julian Nagelsmann rejected Bayern Munich. An argument against bringing back Hansi Flick. Who the final candidates should be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a magnificent outing against Arsenal, Bayern Munich came into a game against Union Berlin with momentum on their side and made it count, running out 5-1 victors in Köpenick. In this episode, Rayyan (Cyler) goes over the game, including:- The lineups and general setups of both teams. The goals and other major events. The new winger-less attack and how its fluidity affected Union's defensive structure. Union's counter-attack patterns and how Bayern effectively countered said patterns. The gaps in the tactics from Thomas Tuchel. The individual performances of Leon Goretzka, Thomas Müller, Harry Kane, Eric Dier and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich is making quite the late season run and BFW is here for it. After dispatching Arsenal FC in the Champions League, the Bavarians are headed to the semifinals, but that is just one storyline surround the squad right now. Of course, we are here to talk about all of that and more. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: More feelings on the Bayern Munich vs. Arsenal FC outcome and what it means for the Bavarians going forward. Credit to Thomas Tuchel...look, he deserves it here. Have we figured out why Tuchel is having more success? Joshua Kimmich’s post-match comments were very telling and a sign that he really might be looking to move on this summer. Julian Nagelsmann’s status as the No. 1 candidate for Bayern Munich, while the DFB wants to retain him is very, very interesting. Let’s discuss. More rumblings on Chris Führich and now Bayern Munich might be the favorite to land the winger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich is back to Bundesliga action as a road date with Union Berlin awaits the Bavarians. After taking down Arsenal FC in the Champions League, Bayern Munich must now refocus and look to stay hot against a very desperate Union Berlin side. Thomas Tuchel will have some difficult decisions to make regarding his lineup, but the Bavarians should be favorites entering the game. Here is what we have on tap for episode of the Bavarians Podcast Works — Preview Show: Assessing where things stand after the Arsenal FC match. A look at the recent league form of both clubs. Updates on injured Bayern Munich players. A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting XI and why it is likely we see a lot of changes. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich did it! They really did it. The Bavarians overcame doubters, at least one supercomputer, and anyone who winced when looking at the starting lineup (guilty!) to down Arsenal 1-0 and advance to the Champions League semifinals by an aggregate score of 3-2. It was a magnificent effort from Bayern Munich that required full buy-in from the squad...which happened! Let’s get down to it and break down the match with Chuck and Marcus. This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Postgame Show: Initial thoughts on the outcome and why this might have been Bayern Munich’s best effort of the season. A look at Thomas Tuchel’s starting XI — why we were worried about it and how the players proved any doubters wrong. Jamal Musiala’s position is becoming the new “Less Filling vs. Tastes Great” debate. Praise hurled up Leon Goretzka, Konrad Laimer, and Eric Dier. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Why this was a special night and was a well-deserved reward for the team. And, yes, Bayern Munich fans should have hope moving forward into the semifinal round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All of a sudden, Bayern Munich is the team riding some momentum and Arsenal FC is the squad reeling and searching for answers. Football...it is a crazy game. Bayern Munich now has the chance to do what many thought was unthinkable just a few weeks ago — knock the Gunners out of the UCL and advance to the semifinals. When everything seemed lost, Bayern Munich might have found a new life in the latter rounds of the Champions League. Funnier things have happened, right? Here is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Some thoughts on the recent form of each team. Updates on the injured Bayern Munich players. A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting XI and why this is probably the best unit he can pick for this match-up. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a half-decent week in football, Bayern Munich have an actual shot at advancing against Arsenal FC in the Champions League. Unfortunately, this comes with some major caveats — several major players have sustained injuries, and the team still isn’t in great form at the moment. Still, some hope is better than nothing, provided that hope has some basis in reality. In this episode, INNN and Samrin discuss the following: How do we feel about Bayern Munich advancing in the Champions League this week? The return of Thomas Müller — could he be the guy who makes the difference? How the atmosphere of the Allianz Arena and the twelfth man figures into all of this. The weaknesses of Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal side discussed. A pessimistic take: Why Thomas Tuchel could mess this up for everyone. After the break: Is Julian Nagelsmann really headed back to Bayern Munich? Why the move does or doesn’t make sense. Are the alternatives — Zinedine Zidane, Roberto De Zerbi — any better? 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

After two consecutive losses in the league, Bayern Munich had to shape up or else qualification to next year’s Champions League could be in serious jeopardy. Now, the game wasn’t super exciting, but it did have its highlights — made all the more poignant with the Arsenal game looming over the horizon. Beating Köln 2-0 is a result the team can probably live with. Here are our talking points from the game: Marcus discusses the seven different changes in their starting line-up compared to the Arsenal game. Main takeaways discussed: Bayern played slow, un-creative, and didn’t seem to threaten FC Köln much at all before the 64th minute. Does this game give confidence ahead of the crucial game versus Arsenal? Maybe not. Marcus discusses Harry Kane’s inconsistency in front of goal amidst his record chasing. Lastly, special shoutouts to the Bayern fans today – world-class on the stands despite a lackluster performance on the pitch! 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

Bayern Munich must regroup after its Champions League draw with Arsenal FC, but the match told fans a lot about who the team really is. Knowing that, there is plenty to discuss on that performance, plus the recent rumors surrounding Joshua Kimmich, Alphonso Davies, and Leroy Sané. Here is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Why Bayern Munich’s showing against Arsenal FC should give fans reasons to have hope — and why it took so long for the team to wake up and remember who it was. Why Thomas Tuchel was so motivated to face Arsenal. Is it just time to let Alphonso Davies walk? Dayot Upamecano might be unhappy with his role as a bench player. Bayern Munich is worried about Joshua Kimmich’s reluctance to discuss his future. Is he on his way out the door? Breaking down the brilliance of the series finale of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a rousing 2-2 draw in the Champions League against Arsenal FC, Bayern Munich will now have to shift its focus (a challenge of late) back to the Bundesliga for a date with a scuffling FC Köln side. On paper, Bayern Munich should be a big favorite, but with another Champions League date with the Gunners looming, the Bavarians could be in danger of falling into another trap game scenario, like what happened last weekend vs. Heidenheim. This is what we have on tap for this episode of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: A look at the recent league form of both clubs. Updates on injured Bayern Munich players. A guess at Thomas Tuchel’s potential starting XI and why it is likely we see a lot of changes. A prediction on the match. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bayern Munich went to the Emirates Stadium and came out with a 2-2 draw. It wasn’t pretty, but it gives Thomas Tuchel something to take back to the Allianz Arena for the second leg of the tie. Mikel Arteta will be wondering how his side failed to win after dominating possession for most of the game, and creating plenty of chances. Here are our talking points from the game: Does the result match our expectations? Why did Thomas Tuchel line the team up the way he did? A recap of how the game went and what it feels like after the result. Harry Kane — the perfect striker or a man misused? Why Tuchel’s offensive gameplan makes little sense. Thomas Müller needs to come back for the second leg, full stop. How Leon Goretzka and Konrad Laimer shut Arsenal down in the center. The strange case of Leroy Sané and his general role under Tuchel. What changes should be made for the second leg? INNN and Cyler disagree. 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

After falling victim to a trap game against Heidenheim over the weekend, Bayern Munich now needs to shift focus to its Champions League match against Arsenal FC. At a time where it has to ramp things up to face a very strong Gunners side, the Bavarians are fading. While there should be a slew of players returning from injury available to dress against Arsenal, it remains to be seen just how many will play a key role. With everything else lost in the season, Bayern Munich should be on a mission to push its Champions League as far as it possibly can. Here is what we have on tap for the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: Some thoughts on the recent form of each team. Updates on injured Bayern Munich players Will a loss trigger Bayern Munich’s rumored caretaker plan?. 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

A trip to London awaits Bayern Munich; does Bayern Munich have anything left in the tank to tackle Arsenal, especially an Arsenal side that is on course to win the Premier League table? In this podcast, we look at the following: The Heidenheim mess one more time and what it means for the team Bayern’s upcoming fixtures as there is a real question mark over Champions League football Max Eberl’s comments and where the board might have gone wrong in terms of their comments about the current situation Why the board’s decisions might have led to the current debacle A preview of the Arsenal tie A look at the Arsenal tie and a few thoughts on Arsenal’s season so far Where Bayern stands ahead of the Champions League tie against Arsenal injury wise and mentality wise. 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

In the kind of game that makes a person return to old vices after, the loss to Heidenheim has hurt Bayern Munich not only in their Bundesliga hopes (we can call them dreams at this point), but also in their chances against Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals, as morale will inevitably be low. Here's our talking points from this game: The inexplicable changing of tactics that worked in previous games. The individual performances of Serge Gnabry, Leon Goretzka and Dayot Upamecano. Manager Thomas Tuchel's insistence on certain aspects of play. Harry Kane's bad day in front of goal. 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

After getting upset by Borussia Dortmund last week, Bayern Munich is a club grasping at straws for this season and the future. There is still great talent on the roster, but how it functions for the rest of this season and if it will even be around next season remain to be seen. With so many storylines going on, there was plenty to talk about, so let’s get to it. Here is what we have on tap for this episode of the Weekend Warm-up Show: Is it impossible for Bayern Munich to take down Arsenal FC in the Champions League at this point? Are Bayern Munich players missing the necessary hunger and edge required to win at the highest levels? The field is narrowing for Bayern Munich’s coaching search and there still is no clear leader in the clubhouse. As the days go by, could Hansi Flick end up being the choice, who makes the most sense? Why Flick could really be the right guy to take the helm. Breaking down the second to last episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does Bayern Munich rebound from a devastating 2-0 loss to Borussia Dortmund? While Heidenheim is not a juggernaut, it is unclear just how healthy and focused the Bavarians are — especially with a Champions League match against Arsenal FC on Tuesday. Some would consider this the classic “trap game”, so Bayern Munich head coach Thomas Tuchel might have to dig deep into his bag of tricks to get his squad motivated and mentally on-point for this game. Let’s take a look at what we have on tap for this episode: A look at where each team is in the table. Some thoughts on the recent form of each team and a look back at the first meeting between the two teams this season. Updates on injured Bayern Munich players.  Corralling the disappointment of a season lost. 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

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

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