Bavarian Podcast Works

2026! And a new year of Bundesliga action. This episode includes:Xabi Alonso getting sacked by ruthless MadridLennart Karl – and people making a big deal out of nothingMarvin Pieringer’s bicycle-kick goal: the most beautiful strike of the season so farA breakdown of the cracker between Frankfurt and Dortmund....and Marcus crying with laughter on air thanks to the hilarious Lukas Kwasniok

On this edition of the Edges and Underdogs Podcast we break down the Match Day 17 showdowns in the Bundesliga where there are some key games that will set the tone for the rest of the season. Let's get into it!

Bayern Munich is headed for a busy week, so let's get right into this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works Show:The aftermath of Bayern Munich’s beatdown of VfL Wolfsburg.Michael Olise and Luis Diaz are everything that the trio of Serge Gnabry, Leroy Sané, and Kingsley Coman were supposed to be.Is the release clause of Dayot Upamecano’s rumored deal causing an issue with Bayern Munich?Bayern Munich might have finally turned the corner on how to handle player injuries.

Bayern Munich just obliterated VfL Wolfsburg 8-1 in a game that was finely poised after the first half. Incredible performances by Michael Olise and Luis Diaz coupled with some smart substitutions by Vincent Kompany sealed the deal in emphatic fashion for the Bavarians. In this episode, we discuss the following:The lineup and the choices Kompany had to make. A short recap of the game. How subbing on Goretzka and Guerreiro changed everything. A difficult game for Lennart Karl and why it matters. Why Kompany must focus on resilience from now on. A player-by-player breakdown of each performance. What could have gone better? A few things, actually. As always, we appreciate any and all feedback! Check us out on Patreon and support us if you can!

Check out what we have on tap for this edition of the Bavarian Podcast Works -- Weekend Warm-up Show:It's been quite a week for Lennart Karl - let's wrap up his situation (including a potential new contract , a family member likely joining the club, and why fans were at each other's throats).Dayot Upamecano seems to have take Bayern Munich to the woodshed for his new deal if reports are true. What does it all mean?Addressing Dwight Yorke's statements about Bundesliga players not being attracted to Bayern Munich any longer.A quick Entertainment Rundown. 

Bayern Munich is hosting VfL Wolfsburg in the first match of the second half of the season in what should be a fun game between two squads looking to get started off with a win. This is what we have on tap:A look at the Bundesliga table and recent results.A look at each team and some familiar faces.Some thoughts on the injuries, illnesses, and controversies at Bayern Munich at the moment.A guess at Bayern Munich’s starting XI.A prediction on the match.

On this edition of the Edges and Underdogs Podcast we break down the Match Day 16 showdowns in the Bundesliga where there are some key games that will set the tone for the rest of the season. Let's get into it!

Let's rate Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany's performance in the first half of the season.