Bayern vs Leipzig

The Allianz Arena sets the stage for a blockbuster DFB-Pokal Quarter-Final this Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:45 CET (19:45 GMT).

Just weeks after their high-scoring Bundesliga encounter, Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig meet again—this time with a trip to the semi-finals on the line. Bayern (1st in Bundesliga) is looking to reclaim their domestic cup dominance, while Leipzig (4th in Bundesliga) aims to play "giant-killer" and salvage their season through the Pokal.

Match Information

Bayern Munich: Seeking the Double

Bayern enters this tie in commanding domestic form, sitting atop the Bundesliga table with a comfortable lead. However, they are coming off a rare "hiccup"—a recent home loss to Augsburg and a draw against Hamburg. Kompany will be eager to use the cup to reignite their momentum.

Team News and Selection:

• The Musiala Return: In massive news for the Bavarians, Jamal Musiala has returned to the squad following a serious injury sustained at the Club World Cup. While he started on the bench in the league over the weekend, he could play a significant role here.

• Injury Woes: Bayern will be without Harry Kane and Konrad Laimer, both sidelined with injuries.

• Olise's Form: Michael Olise has been the standout performer recently, notably providing three assists in the last 5–1 drubbing of Leipzig.

• Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Neuer; Tah, Upamecano, Ito, Bischof; Pavlovic, Goretzka; Olise, Diaz, Gnabry; Karl.

RB Leipzig: Revenge on the Mind

Leipzig’s season has been a rollercoaster. After a worrying slump that saw them drop out of the top three, they are desperate for a statement win. Their last visit to Munich resulted in a bruising 5–1 defeat, a result they will be highly motivated to avenge.

Team News and Selection:

• Defensive Gaps: Leipzig must manage without Castello Lukeba, Assan Ouedraogo, and Viggo Gebel, all out with injuries.

• The Goal Threat: With Benjamin Šeško leading the line, Leipzig remains dangerous in transition, though they have lacked clinical finishing in recent weeks.

• Midfield Battle: Xaver Schlager and Nicolas Seiwald will be tasked with disrupting Bayern’s build-up play, which proved their undoing in the January meeting.

• Predicted XI (4-2-2-2): Gulácsi; Baku, Orbán, Bitshiabu, Raum; Seiwald, Schlager; Baumgartner, Nusa; Romulo, Diomande.

? Head-to-Head (H2H) and Key Stats

• Recent History: Bayern decimated Leipzig 5–1 at the Red Bull Arena just last month (January 17, 2026), with Michael Olise putting on a masterclass.

• The Pokal Record: This is a clash of two of the most successful cup teams of the last decade, with Leipzig having won back-to-back titles in 2022 and 2023.

• Home Fortress: Bayern has won 8 of their last 10 matches at the Allianz Arena across all competitions.

• Goal Heavy: The last five meetings between these two sides have produced a staggering 22 goals (4.4 per match).

Tactical Preview and Prediction

Kompany’s Bayern will look to dominate the ball and exploit the wings through Olise and Gnabry. Leipzig, under pressure to shore up their defense, will likely adopt a more conservative approach than they did in January, looking to catch Bayern’s high line on the break with the pace of Antonio Nusa.

While Leipzig has the quality to cause an upset, Bayern’s depth and the emotional boost of Musiala’s return should see them through a high-intensity encounter.

Final Score Prediction: Bayern Munich 3–1 RB Leipzig