DFB Cup LIVETICKER: Bayern host RB Leipzig in the quarter-finals | OneFootball

The quarter-finals of the DFB Cup will be an absolute cracker between FC Bayern and RB Leipzig. The game kicks off tonight at 8:45 p.m. in Munich’s Allianz Arena. You can follow the game in the LIVETICKER on FCBinside from 8:15 p.m. and discuss it with the community

Twice in the Bundesliga, twice a heavy thrashing. RB Leipzig have been beaten 6-0 and 5-1 by FC Bayern this season – figures that speak for themselves. But the DFB Cup quarter-final on Wednesday evening in the Allianz Arena opens up a new starting position from Leipzig’s point of view. A knockout game instead of everyday league action, all or nothing – and that’s exactly where the opportunity lies for coach Ole Werner

„You have to stick to your game plan, even if you fall behind,“ emphasized Werner ahead of the clash in Munich. And he followed up with a combative statement: „Nobody expects us to leave the pitch as winners tomorrow. We’re already doing it.“ An announcement that should give courage – despite the clear omens

Structure instead of an open exchange of blows

The most recent encounter in particular serves as a reminder for RB. Three and a half weeks ago, the Saxons kept up well for long stretches and even put Bayern under pressure at times in the first 80 minutes. Leipzig only lost their composure after a set-piece goal – and were overrun in the closing stages

„You can only launch good attacks from a good structure and also have good protection behind the ball,“ explained Werner. However, it is precisely this protection that has been lacking more often recently. The error rate was too high, especially in possession. „That led to switching moments and goals conceded against St. Pauli, Mainz and Cologne.“ Such carelessness could take merciless revenge against Bayern

Nevertheless, Werner sees starting points. Despite the 1:5, the game in Leipzig „gave us a lot of clues“ as to how we could hurt the record champions. However, the prerequisite is to be „even better in all aspects“

In terms of personnel, Leipzig could be more stable defensively. Castello Lukeba is set to return from injury, giving Werner additional options for a more compact basic formation. One thing is clear: RB want to avoid an open exchange of blows like in the Bundesliga

All or nothing in Munich

Bayern go into the cup tie with a broad chest after their 5-1 win over Hoffenheim. For Leipzig, on the other hand, it is a chance to rewrite the narrative of a season with two painful defeats against Munich. „We have nothing to lose,“ said Werner. „We can only win there and advance to the semi-finals.“

It remains to be seen whether they can turn things around against FCB in the Allianz Arena of all places, but the cup has its own rules – and RB Leipzig are banking on it

Broadcast at a glance:

The quarter-final between FC Bayern and RB Leipzig will kick off on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 8.45 p.m. in the Allianz Arena. The match will be shown live on free-to-air TV on ARD. Pre-match coverage begins at 8.32 p.m. with Alex Schlüter as presenter and Bastian Schweinsteiger as pundit, with commentary by Christina Graf

In addition, sportschau.de is offering a free live stream. Sky is broadcasting on pay TV, while the streaming service WOW is also showing the match live for a fee.