Bayern's Rally in Cologne: 4-1 Triumph Sends Them Through in the German Cup
30 October 2025
Match Recap
Bayern Munich staged a dramatic away comeback, defeating 1. FC Köln 4-1 to advance to the last-16 of the German Cup after trailing at halftime. The Bavarians stretched their outstanding start to the season, turning a deficit into a emphatic victory on the road.
Opta data highlighted Bayern’s remarkable early-season form, noting they had already collected 14 wins from their first 14 games in all competitions—a record across Europe’s top five leagues. This level of consistency is rare, and Bayern seized the moment when Köln pressed for a goal that would have sealed the upset.
In the first half, Köln struck first and Bayern responded with resilience, pulling level before the break and then nudging ahead. The second half saw Bayern maintain control, extend the lead, and close out the match with a convincing finish.
Max Eberl, Bayern’s sporting director, commented on the performance: Köln were active and brave, pushing for second balls and aerial duels. “The first half was difficult for us, they took the lead, but we came back and turned the game around before halftime,” he stated, highlighting the team’s capability to reset under pressure.
Vincent Kompany, Bayern’s coach, praised the collective spirit: “It was a real cup night with a strong team spirit. We came back from the setback and kept our intensity high in the second half.”
Harry Kane added his view on the performance: “The opening 30 minutes were tough, but we reacted well. In the second half we played our game, found space, and kept pressing until the end.”
Jonathan Tah later reflected on the match, noting the early adversity but emphasising the importance of teamwork in turning the tie around: “We showed we’re ready for moments like these and trusted our process.”
Köln’s Ragnar Ache spoke about his side’s performance, acknowledging Bayern’s quality and the difficulty of containing them after the goals started flowing. The Köln camp conceded Bayern’s better execution and fresher legs in the latter stages.
The dismissal of any lingering doubts was completed as Bayern pressed and finished strongly, keeping their season’s momentum intact while looking ahead to three games in six days, including clashes with Leverkusen and Paris Saint-Germain.
Punchline time: If Bayern’s form stays this sharp, their trophy cabinet might need a support group for being overbooked. And Köln learned that when Bayern brings dessert, the main course isn’t optional—it's inevitable.
