Bayer 04 Leverkusen vs 1. FC Koln Prediction 5 February 2025
Added on 03 February, 2025
A regional derby between Bayer Leverkusen and FC Köln will take place in the quarterfinals of the German Cup.
Under Xabi Alonso’s leadership, Bayer remains a formidable force, currently sitting second in the Bundesliga, reaching the top eight of the League Cup, and having strong chances to secure back-to-back National Cup titles. In their Cup campaign so far, Bayer has progressed comfortably, defeating Jena (1:0), Elversberg (3:0), and Bayern Munich (1:0).
Köln, on the other hand, has overcome Sandhausen (3:2), Holstein Kiel (3:0), and Hertha Berlin (2:1) to reach this stage. Now competing in Germany’s second division, they lead the standings and have bounced back from a 0:1 loss to Hamburg in mid-January with wins over Elversberg (1:0) and Braunschweig (2:1). Despite their solid form, Köln faces an uphill battle against a Bayer side that plays to win every match and remains at full strength.
Given Bayer’s quality and depth, a dominant victory for the hosts seems the most likely outcome.
Bayer to win with -1.5 Asian handicap 1.74