Match report

Bayern Munich Defeats 1. FC Köln 3-1 in Bundesliga Clash

1. FC Köln
1. FC Köln
1–3
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Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich
May 5, 2018

Bayern Munich marched to victory over 1. FC Köln, sealing a 3-1 win in the Bundesliga. The match, marred by an early own goal from Niklas Süle, saw James Rodríguez, Robert Lewandowski, and Corentin Tolisso add to Bayern's tally. Despite Köln's early yellow card to Sven Zoller, the Bavarians dominated, showcasing their prowess and securing a vital three points in the league.

Key Facts

  • • 1. FC Köln 1-3 Bayern Munich (Bundesliga)
  • • Own goal by Niklas Süle (21' - 1. FC Köln)
  • • James Rodríguez scored (59' - Bayern Munich)
  • • Robert Lewandowski netted (61' - Bayern Munich)
  • • Corentin Tolisso found the back of the net (78' - Bayern Munich)
  • • Sven Zoller received a yellow card (21' - 1. FC Köln)

Lineups

1. FC Köln

Formation: 4-1-4-1

Starting XI

  • 1 T. Horn (G)
  • 5 D. Maroh (D)
  • 3 D. Heintz (D)
  • 23 J. Horn (D)
  • 7 M. Risse (M)
  • 17 C. Clemens (M)
  • 6 M. Höger (M)
  • 14 J. Hector (M)
  • 41 V. Koziello (M)
  • 9 S. Terodde (F)
  • 11 S. Zoller (F)

Substitutes

  • 15 J. Córdoba
  • 39 C. Pizarro
  • 8 M. Jojić
  • 13 Y. Ōsako
  • 18 T. Kessler
  • 20 S. Özcan
  • 4 F. Sørensen

Bayern Munich

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 26 S. Ulreich (G)
  • 13 Rafinha (D)
  • 5 M. Hummels (D)
  • 4 N. Süle (D)
  • 32 J. Kimmich (D)
  • 8 Javi Martínez (M)
  • 19 S. Rudy (M)
  • 11 J. Rodríguez (M)
  • 25 T. Müller (M)
  • 9 R. Lewandowski (F)
  • 18 F. Evina (F)

Substitutes

  • 6 Thiago Alcântara
  • 24 C. Tolisso
  • 2 S. Wagner
  • 15 L. Mai
  • 20 F. Götze
  • 22 T. Starke
  • 30 N. Dorsch

Timeline

  1. 1. FC Köln
    21' 1. FC Köln Card · Yellow Card
    S. Zoller
  2. 1. FC Köln
    30' 1. FC Köln Goal · Own Goal
    N. Sule
  3. Bayern Munich
    46' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 1
    Off: F. Evina · On: Thiago Alcântara
  4. Bayern Munich
    59' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal Goal
    James Rodríguez · Assist: T. Müller
  5. Bayern Munich
    61' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal Goal
    R. Lewandowski · Assist: T. Müller
  6. 1. FC Köln
    71' 1. FC Köln subst · Substitution 1
    Off: S. Zoller · On: J. Córdoba
  7. Bayern Munich
    74' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 2
    Off: T. Müller · On: C. Tolisso
  8. Bayern Munich
    77' Bayern Munich subst · Substitution 3
    Off: R. Lewandowski · On: S. Wagner
  9. Bayern Munich
    78' Bayern Munich Goal · Normal Goal
    C. Tolisso · Assist: James Rodríguez
  10. 1. FC Köln
    79' 1. FC Köln subst · Substitution 2
    Off: S. Terodde · On: C. Pizarro
  11. 1. FC Köln
    82' 1. FC Köln subst · Substitution 3
    Off: C. Clemens · On: M. Jojić

Match Stats

Stat 1. FC Köln Bayern Munich
Fouls 12 10
Pass Accuracy 80% 91%
Offsides 5 2
Red Cards 0 0
Total Shots 11 17
Corners 4 7
Total Passes 339 656
Yellow Cards 1 0
Blocked Shots 2 3
Shots on Target 3 9
Shots off Target 6 5
Possession 34% 66%
Accurate Passes 272 596
Shots Inside Box 11 14
Saves 6 3
Shots Outside Box 1 3

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Bayern Munich capitalized on the own goal by Niklas Süle to take the lead, which marked a significant turning point in the game.
  • ▸ Thomas Müller's assists to James Rodríguez and Robert Lewandowski shifted the momentum, solidifying Bayern's control and leading to a comfortable victory.