Huge duel in the DFB Cup: Urbig against Zieler – who will keep the zero?

Huge duel in the DFB Cup: Urbig against Zieler – who will keep the zero?

On Wednesday evening at 8:45 p.m. the time has finally come: the DFB Cup game between FC Bayern Munich and 1. FC Köln is coming up. Fans and curious people can follow the exciting duel live on the first. On the one hand there is the talented Jonas Urbig, who is in goal for Bayern due to Manuel Neuer's suspension. The 22-year-old didn't have his place as a substitute keeper for long and made his debut in the league game against Borussia Mönchengladbach last weekend. Neuer is not expected to return to action until the round of 16 after receiving a red card last season.

Jonas Urbig, who grew up in Euskirchen, took his first steps in professional football at his hometown club, 1. FC Köln. There he played eleven competitive games before moving to the Bayern camp. Although he was originally planned as the starting goalkeeper for the 2024 second division season, Marvin Schwäbe was able to prevail and Urbig now has to serve as a new replacement. Interestingly, it will not be Schwäbe, but Ron-Robert Zieler who will be in goal for 1. FC Köln. Zieler is described by FC coach Lukas Kwasniok as experienced and resilient, which could be of great importance in this important game.

Competition in the DFB Cup

The DFB Cup is considered the second most important title in German football and has been an integral part of the football year since it was first played in 1935. Not only the clubs from the 1st and 2nd Bundesliga take part in this competition, but also the best teams from the 3rd Bundesliga and numerous association cup winners. In the current season, Bayern are record winners with a total of 20 titles and more final appearances than any other team. Former player Robert Lewandowski is one of the most famous goalscorers in the history of the DFB Cup.

The tension and drama of the cup games attract fans from all over Germany and provide incomparable emotions. The finals for this season took place back in May 2025, with VfB Stuttgart securing the Men's Cup victory while Bayern won the Women's Cup. The Olympic Stadium in Berlin, which has a capacity of over 74,000 spectators, remains the venue for the grand finals in the DFB Cup. How will the 1. FC Köln team manage to assert themselves against Bayern?

With this in mind, Kwasniok emphasizes that his team wants to give everything to seize the opportunity in the cup. The complexity of such a duel gives hope that the spectators will see a thrilling game that shows all facets of football.

The anticipation is great, and like the Jonas Brothers, who have been inspiring people with their music and passion for the stage since they were founded in 2005, there will also be unforgettable moments in football. One thing is certain: on October 29, 2025, the ball will roll and the tension in the stadiums will boil over.

A look at the most important facts:

• Spiel: FC Bayern München vs. 1. FC Köln
• Datum: 29. Oktober 2025
• Uhrzeit: 20:45 Uhr
• Übertragung: Live im Ersten
• Torwart Bayern: Jonas Urbig
• Torwart Köln: Ron-Robert Zieler