Bayern Munich is looking to continue its winning form against Shakhtar Donetsk in the Champions League after a very odd 4-2 win over Heidenheim over the weekend.The Bavarians need a win to continue their ascent up the Champions League table against what should be an overmatched Shakhtar Donetsk side. Let’s get going and talk about it all on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show: A look at where the teams sit in the Champions League table. Bayern Munich will need to shake off a plethora of injuries it has — which should force Vincent Kompany to get creative with his lineups and tactics. Why you should keep an eye on Georgiy Sudakov. A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI...will there be any rotation? 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

Bayern Munich is down to its final three games before the Winterpause and some might consider the team to be a little bit wobbly at this point — albeit with a pretty sturdy Jamal Musiala-infused crutch to keep them upright (shout out, Toni Kroos).As things head into the homestretch before the break, let hit on some of the big topics of the day. This is what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show: Some final takeaways on Bayern Munich’s win over Heidenheim. Retiring Franz Beckenbauer’s number is pretty cool, but I have a strong, anti-retiring numbers stance. I’m conflicted…help me! Bayern Munich is riddled with injuries now that Alphonso Davies and Kingsley Coman have joined the walking wounded. What can Vincent Kompany do to survive the next three games? Getting Florian Wirtz might actually be a necessity…let us make our case why. Herbert Hainer’s curious omission of Leroy Sané. 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

Bayern Munich hosted Heidenheim in a Bundesliga match in which the home side was heavily favored.The oddsmakers were mostly on-point as Bayern Munich pulled out a 4-2 victory, but it was not always easy.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 and why Vincent Kompany made so many changes. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. Bayern Munich’s lack of creativity against a low block continues to lead to boring games. Dayot Upamecano’s dark side reappeared with a big-time mistake that led to a goal. Jamal Musiala is the ultimate game changer for Kompany and is making Toni Kroos look even more smart. Did we learn anything about Paul Wanner in this match? It is starting to look and feel like the end for Thomas Müller. Some final thoughts and takeaways 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

Bayern Munich is winding down the Hinrunde and things are surprisingly busy both on and off the field.While Vincent Kompany has some work to do to get the team back on track, the front office could be setting the table for a squad overhaul for next summer. Let’s not waste any more time and get right down to discussing all of it on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show: Sky Sport journalist Florian Plettenberg says that there has been a lot of progress in talks between Bayern Munich and Alphonso Davies. Could it possible that — after ALL of the Real Madrid talk — the Canadian stays in Bavaria? Hoffenheim’s Tom Bischof has been linked to Bayern Munich and is available on a free transfer in the summer of 2025. Should Bayern Munich strike while the iron is hot for the precocious 19-year-old? Let’s check in on how we are feeling about the Bayern Munich wingers. A brief Entertainment Rundown. 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 by Chuck SmithBayern Munich was riding high until last weekend when a 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund set the stage for a big midweek showdown with Bayer Leverkusen in the DFB-Pokal.Unfortunately, an early red card to help set up a 1-0 loss. to Die Werkself and Bayern Munich must now regroup for a weekend contest with Heidenheim. So, let’s get to it and discuss all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works — Preview Show. This is what we have on tap: Can Bayern Munich pick itself up after a tough loss to Bayer Leverkusen in the DFB-Pokal? A look at the recent form of each team and where they fall in the Bundesliga table. A look at the rosters and injuries for Heidenheim and Bayern Munich. A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI...will there be any rotation? 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

Bayern Munich hosted Bayer Leverkusen in the DFB-Pokal in a knockout match that felt way too early these two powerhouses.Ultimately, Manuel Neuer picked up an early red card, which put Bayern Munich at a massive disadvantage for the match — allowing Bayer Leverkusen to escape with a 1-0 victory.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 and why it was very curious to see Thomas Müller, Serge Gnabry, or Mathys Tel all on the bench to start. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions. We have no idea what Neuer was thinking...do you? That might have been the most bizarre decision of his career. Some final thoughts and takeaways 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

Matchday 12 in the Bundesliga might have been the best one we’ve seen so far.We witnessed Der Klassiker between Borussia Dortmund and Bayern Munich, RB Leipzig suffering a 5-1 loss at home to Wolfsburg, and Eintracht Frankfurt continuing their impressive form in style.This episode will cover: Der Klassiker at the Westfalenstadion and why Bayern Munich might be missing Robert Lewandowski. What’s happening at Leipzig? Is Marco Rose’s dismissal inevitable? The Bundesliga legend that is Christian Streich. The funniest moment of the week: Miroslav Klose witnessing two missed penalties and a last-minute own goal from one of his players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hosted by Chuck SmithBayern Munich vs. Bayer Leverkusen in a knockout game this early in the season? Say it ain’t so!The DFB-Pokal has brought these two clubs together and now one of them will be going home. We will discuss all of that and more on the Bavarian Podcast Works Show. This is what we have on tap: Can Bayern Munich get back on track after dropping points at Borussia Dortmund over the weekend? A look at the recent form of each team and the previous DFB-Pokal results. A look at the rosters and injuries for Bayer Leverkusen and Bayern Munich. A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI...how does Bayern Munich replace Harry Kane? 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 by Chuck SmithBayern Munich travelled to Borussia Dortmund for Der Klassiker in a match that was very key for both squads.Ultimately, the two teams battled to a hard-fought 1-1 draw.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. A rundown of the scoring and substitutions, including some thoughts on a surprise start for Mathys Tel. What Harry Kane’s injury means and why Bayern Munich could be in for some trouble. What this result means for the Bundesliga. Some final thoughts and takeaways 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 by Chuck SmithBayern Munich is in the midst of the tough stretch before the Winterpause, but the squad is riding high and playing extremely well under Vincent Kompany.That said, there are quite a few hit discussions topics surrounding the team at the moment, so we are going to tackle those and some other fun things on this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works — Weekend Warm-up Show. This is what we have on tap: In the spirit of the holiday (at least for those of us in the United States), let’s talk about what we’re thankful for with Bayern Munich so far this season. Does the greater Bundesliga need Borussia Dortmund to win this weekend to save the league title race? Let’s talk about the latest Leroy Sané rumor and what that might mean for the team moving forward. 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