Overview
- FC Bayern München beat 1. FC Köln 4–1 to reach the Achtelfinale, led by a Harry Kane brace with Michael Olise sealing the win.
- The victory extended Bayern’s perfect start to 14 straight wins, a new top‑leagues start record, while Luis Díaz’s offside equaliser stood because VAR is only used from the last 16 and drew criticism from Köln players and commentators.
- SV Darmstadt 98 routed Schalke 04 4–0 to progress, with goals from Hiroki Akiyama, Matej Maglica, Fraser Hornby and Bartosz Bialek in a one‑sided tie that intensified calls for winter reinforcements at injury‑hit Schalke, including appeals from goalkeeper Loris Karius.
- The Darmstadt–Schalke match was overshadowed by a medical emergency in the stands, with the club reporting the affected person was in critical condition.
- Borussia Mönchengladbach defeated Karlsruher SC 3–1 and debuted 16‑year‑old Wael Mohya, who became the youngest professional in the club’s history.