FC Koln v Bayern Munich Prediction Betting Tips & Match Prediction
FC Koln v Bayern Munich Prediction
It’s second against first in the form table. FC Koln have 15 points from a possible 18 in their last six matches while Bayern Munich are just ahead at 16. This is impressive for both clubs but even more so for Koln considering where they were back in December after a run of eight defeats in 11 Bundesliga fixtures.
FC Koln v Bayern Munich Recent Matchups
It was Bayern’s day when these two sides last met in September. A Robert Lewandowski brace helped the champions to a 4-0 win, something that goes in line with the historical record between them. Bayern have won 10 of the last 11 matches between the two clubs with a 1-1 draw in 2016 being Koln’s best result in this fixture.
FC Koln v Bayern Munich Stats & Analysis
It’s hard to ignore the wonderful form both of these sides are in right now. FC Koln are in their best run of form in the Bundesliga for almost two decades. They haven’t matched five wins in six league fixtures since back in November 2000 back when Ewald Lienen was the boss. What makes this more impressive is the fact that Koln lost five out of their six matches before this run of five wins in six.
But this is nothing new for Bayern Munich. They’re far more used to a run of five consecutive victories than their opponents this weekend. What stands out for Hans-Dieter Flick’s side is the way they have organised themselves defensively. Two clean sheets in 11 matches has become just one goal conceded in their last five Bundesliga fixtures – and even that came courtesy of a massive deflection. Compare that to FC Koln’s eight goals conceded in the same run of six fixtures and you’ll see a big difference.
One area you won’t find too much to separate these sides on is in front of goal. In the last six matches, Bayern have scored 17 goals, just two more than FC Koln on 15. There has been a good variety of goalscorers for both clubs in that time with seven different players grabbing at least one for both teams. Of course, some have scored more than others with players like Robert Lewandowski and Jhon Cordoba leading the way.
FC Koln v Bayern Munich Bets
It’s rare for a side with five wins in six matches to be such massive underdogs but that’s what FC Koln are for this match. They are way out at 51/4 to secure all three points against the Bundesliga champions. Bayern Munich, meanwhile, are incredibly low at 1/4 to pick up the win. You’ll get a draw out at 7/1.
It’s clear that the bookies fancy Bayern Munich here and for them, it’s just about how many goals Hans-Dieter Flick’s side can muster. Bayern to win with an Asian handicap of 1-0 to FC Koln is tempting at 4/7 with a 3-0 advantage out at 10/3. That may be one of the few ways to see returns if you’re backing Bayern to secure a comfortable victory in this one. Another promising tip is Bayern to win to nil. You’ll get generous odds of 7/5 if you think Bayern’s defensive solidity will continue.
Bayern have often been slow-starters in recent weeks before coming alive in the latter stages of matches. Halftime/fulltime X/2 is out at 4/1 if you fancy that trend to continue. Following on from that, it may prove wise to wager on goals in the second half. Bayern have averaged 15 second-half goals in their last seven Bundesliga fixtures. Over 2.5 goals in the second half is a tempting 13/8 with over 3.5 at 4/1.
