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So Bayern Munich came back from an international break and immediately faceplanted against Augsburg. Time to scream and shout and call for Kompany's sacking. Right? Well no, not this time. In this episode, we discuss the following:The good and bad choices Vincent Kompany made. Yeah, Alphonso Davies and Luis Diaz can't play that way. Why Josip Stanisic needs to go. Manuel Neuer cannot be the starting keeper any more. Why PSG demonstrates that winning early doesn't matter. Player ratings for the whole bunch. As always, we appreciate any and all feedback! Check us out on Patreon for access to ad-free podcasts and bonus episodes!

Bayern Munich's backline might not be as settled as has been anticipated. Kim Min-jae might have to take a substantial pay cut and Hiroki Itō could be on his way out.Bayern is continuing to keep a close eye on Bright & Hove Albion's Luka Vušković and VfB Stuttgart's Finn Jeltsch.Bayern still has Filip Pavić and Cassiano Kiala, too. Lennart Karl's future could be decided by what happens with Michael Olise. The Germany striker list -- let's talk through our ranking.

A look at each team's results so far.What's going on with FC Augsburg? Who do you need to know? Who were Union Berlin's big transfer acquisitions and departures?A glance at Bayern Munich's injury situation.A prediction on the starting XI and on the match.

On this edition of the Edges and Underdogs Podcast we break down the Match Day 5 showdowns in the Bundesliga.

Jack and Chuck provide their overall takes on the break, where they differ, the 40+ player format, the two teams, the results, etc.Winners and losers for Germany.Did Lennart Karl hurt his standing? Does he fit under Klopp?Are we headed for Jamal Musiala vs. Florian Wirtz for the attacking midfield position.Final thoughts on where all this is going.Looking ahead, what would make for a successful EURO 2028 finish?

Thomas Müller is a grenade man hot take artist.Portugal should seize the moment to cut ties with Cristiano Ronaldo.Nathaniel Brown might be feeling the heat.Jürgen Klopp's plan worked.Germany is going to be a force at the EUROs.

Jürgen Klopp's starting XI and the changes he made.A rundown of the (lack of) scoring and substitutions.Some takeaways on the match.

As expected, Chuck loved what he saw from Germany vs. Serbia -- but how can it all work when Klopp consolidates the rosters? Let's discuss. Bayern Munich returns to action this week, let's catch up on where things stand. The BPW Watch List is back, baby!