Our Cologne vs Bayern Munich Prediction: 1-4
Cologne vs Bayern Munich in the Germany Bundesliga I is scheduled for an 19:30 GMT kick-off on Wednesday January 14, 2026. We predict a 1-4 away victory, but with both teams capable of scoring, over 2.5 goals is another strong betting option.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Cologne's Last Match – Heidenheim vs Cologne
Cologne will be determined to find a winning touch after a 2-2 Germany Bundesliga I draw against Heidenheim on January 10. In that match, Cologne recorded 45% possession, attempting 20 shots on goal, with 9 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Heidenheim | 55% | 15 (6) | 1.93 | 37 |
 Cologne | 45% | 20 (9) | 2.49 | 42 |
Bayern Munich's Last Match – Bayern Munich vs Wolfsburg
Bayern Munich will aim to maintain their momentum following a 8-1 Germany Bundesliga I triumph against Wolfsburg on January 11. In that match, Bayern Munich had 68% possession and 14 attempts at goal, with 11 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bayern Munich | 68% | 14 (11) | 3.65 | 60 |
 Wolfsburg | 32% | 6 (3) | 1.36 | 26 |
Cologne vs Bayern Munich Stats
Key Stats
| Cologne | Bayern Munich | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.05 | Attacking Strength | 2.35 |
| 1.01 | Defence Strength | 0.49 |
| 0.9 | Points Per Game | 2.5 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 8/10 |
| 3/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 0/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 8/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 10/10 |
| 1.5 | Average Scored | 4 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cologne are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 2.0 conceded per match, while Bayern Munich average 4.0 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
Cologne 15-20
Bayern Munich 40-12
What are the odds for this match?
Cologne to win: @9
Draw: @7
Bayern Munich to win: @1.25
Lineups
Cologne (3-4-3) : Marvin Schwabe, Sebastian Sebulonsen, Jahmai Simpson-Pusey, Cenk Ozkacar, Jan Uwe Thielmann, Tom Krauss, Kristoffer Lund, Jakub Kaminski, Linton Maina, Ragnar Ache, Said El Mala
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1) : Manuel Neuer, Konrad Laimer, Kim Min-jae, Jonathan Tah, Hiroki Ito, Aleksandar Pavlovic, Leon Goretzka, Michael Olise, Serge Gnabry, Luis Diaz, Harry Kane
Bayern Munich 
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Cologne 
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Wolfsburg 
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