1. FC Köln beat FC Würzburger Kickers 2-1 in the DFB-Pokal, using their 4-2-3-1 structure and greater control of possession to overcome the hosts’ compact 5-3-2. Köln had 65% of the ball and produced 14 shots, compared with Würzburg’s 10, allowing the visitors to apply more sustained pressure while remaining patient against a deep defensive line. Isak Bergmann Johannesson supplied both Köln goals, providing the decisive edge with two finishes and underlining his influence from the visitors’ attacking midfield unit. The underlying numbers also favoured Köln, whose 1.68 xG exceeded Würzburg’s 0.89, although the home side stayed competitive and ensured the tie remained close on the scoreboard. Köln placed six attempts on target, while Würzburg managed two, and the hosts’ goalkeeper recorded a 66.67% save rate from the six efforts he faced. At the opposite end, Köln’s goalkeeper saved 50% of Würzburg’s shots on target. Martin Petersen oversaw a cup tie shaped by Köln’s territorial control and Johannesson’s efficiency. Köln advance, while Würzburg exit after a disciplined performance.