The 1970–71 DFB-Pokal was the 28th season of Germany's premier domestic knockout football competition. Organized by the German Football Association (DFB), the tournament featured clubs from the Bundesliga, Regionalliga (second division), and amateur leagues.
The competition commenced on August 16, 1970, and concluded with the final match played on June 19, 1971. The final saw Bayern Munich face 1. FC Köln at the Neckarstadion in Stuttgart. Bayern Munich emerged victorious, defeating 1. FC Köln 2–1 after extra time. This victory marked Bayern Munich's fifth DFB-Pokal title.
As winners of the 1970–71 DFB-Pokal, Bayern Munich qualified for the 1971–72 European Cup Winners' Cup. The tournament followed a traditional knockout format, with matches decided over a single leg. In cases of a draw after 90 minutes, extra time was played, followed by a replay if the score remained level. However, replays were eventually abolished for the final, leading to extra time and then penalty shoot-outs if necessary, though the 1971 final was decided in extra time.
The season was notable for showcasing the strength of German club football, with teams battling through several rounds to reach the final. Bayern Munich's squad during this period included legendary players such as Sepp Maier, Franz Beckenbauer, Gerd Müller, and Uli Hoeneß, further cementing their status as a dominant force in German football.