COLOGNE: Bayern Munich advanced to the German Cup round of 16 after recovering from an early setback to defeat a spirited Cologne 4-1 on Wednesday.
The win marked Bayern's 14th straight victory in all competitions, a new record for clubs from Europe's top five leagues, surpassing AC Milan's 13-match start to the 1992-1993 season.
The hosts began with purpose, pressing aggressively and unsettling the Bundesliga champions. Their bright start paid off after half an hour when Ragnar Ache rose highest to nod in Isak Johannesson's corner. Yet their lead lasted only five minutes as Luis Diaz leveled from close range, despite strong suspicions of offside in the buildup.