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As Bayern Munich prepares to host 1. FC Köln on May 16, 2026, the matchup presents an intriguing clash in the German Bundesliga. Bayern enters the contest with a modest record, having secured victory in only 2 of their last 5 matches. Despite this, they remain a formidable opponent at home, boasting a strong attacking lineup capable of capitalizing on any defensive lapses.
1. FC Köln, on the other hand, has struggled recently, managing to win just 1 of their last 5 encounters. Their inconsistent form raises questions about their ability to compete effectively against a powerhouse like Bayern. Köln’s tactical setup will likely focus on a disciplined defense, attempting to absorb pressure and exploit counter-attacking opportunities.
Bookmakers heavily favor Bayern with odds of 1.28 for a home win compared to 9.19 for an away victory, underscoring the expectations for a strong performance from the hosts. Based on these odds, the predicted final score stands at 3:1 in favor of Bayern Munich.
While Bayern’s superior form and home advantage suggest a likely win, Köln’s potential for tactical surprise means that this match should not be considered a foregone conclusion.
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| Bayern 76.7% |
Draw 14.1% |
Köln 9.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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1.25 | 6.4 | 10.5 | |
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1.27 | 7.01 | 11.6 | Watch and Bet |
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1.22 | 6.5 | 9.5 | |
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1.26 | 6.29 | 9.87 |
Latest Results
| 09.05.26 VfL Wolfsburg – Bayern Munich – 0:1 06.05.26 Bayern Munich – Paris Saint-Germain – 1:1 02.05.26 Bayern Munich – 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 – 3:3 28.04.26 Paris Saint-Germain – Bayern Munich – 5:4 25.04.26 Mainz 05 – Bayern Munich – 3:4 |
02.05.26 Union Berlin – 1. FC Köln – 2:2 25.04.26 1. FC Köln – Bayer Leverkusen – 1:2 17.04.26 FC St. Pauli – 1. FC Köln – 1:1 12.04.26 1. FC Köln – Werder Bremen – 3:1 05.04.26 Eintracht Frankfurt – 1. FC Köln – 2:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 14.01.26 1. FC Köln – Bayern Munich – 1:3 29.10.25 1. FC Köln – Bayern Munich – 1:4 13.04.24 Bayern Munich – 1. FC Köln – 2:0 24.11.23 1. FC Köln – Bayern Munich – 0:1 27.05.23 1. FC Köln – Bayern Munich – 1:2 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Bayern Munich ✔ | 33 | 27 | 5 | 1 | 117:35 | 82 | 86 |
| 2 | Dortmund ✔ | 33 | 21 | 7 | 5 | 68:34 | 34 | 70 |
| 3 | RB Leipzig ✔ | 33 | 20 | 5 | 8 | 65:43 | 22 | 65 |
| 4 | Stuttgart | 33 | 18 | 7 | 8 | 69:47 | 22 | 61 |
| 5 | Hoffenheim | 33 | 18 | 7 | 8 | 65:48 | 17 | 61 |
| 6 | Bayer Leverkusen | 33 | 17 | 7 | 9 | 67:46 | 21 | 58 |
| 7 | Freiburg | 33 | 12 | 8 | 13 | 47:56 | -9 | 44 |
| 8 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 33 | 11 | 10 | 12 | 59:63 | -4 | 43 |
| 9 | Augsburg | 33 | 12 | 7 | 14 | 45:57 | -12 | 43 |
| 10 | Mainz | 32 | 9 | 10 | 13 | 41:50 | -9 | 37 |
| 11 | Hamburger SV | 33 | 9 | 10 | 14 | 39:53 | -14 | 37 |
| 12 | B. Monchengladbach | 33 | 8 | 11 | 14 | 38:53 | -15 | 35 |
| 13 | Union Berlin | 32 | 8 | 9 | 15 | 37:57 | -20 | 33 |
| 14 | FC Koln | 32 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 47:55 | -8 | 32 |
| 15 | Werder Bremen | 33 | 8 | 8 | 17 | 37:58 | -21 | 32 |
| 16 | Wolfsburg | 33 | 6 | 8 | 19 | 42:68 | -26 | 26 |
| 17 | St. Pauli | 33 | 6 | 8 | 19 | 28:57 | -29 | 26 |
| 18 | Heidenheim | 32 | 5 | 8 | 19 | 38:69 | -31 | 23 |
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