German football club based in Cologne, in North Rhine-Westphalia
Apparently not just a right of first refusal after all: FC sporting director Kessler announces Kaminski transfer
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Late VAR penalty saves Cologne – St. Pauli misses out on big points in the relegation battle
Unbelievable! Crazy! Cologne pulls off a dramatic Game 4 in overtime and ties the series—2-2! 🔥🏒
You can watch Game 5 in Berlin live on Friday starting at ... Show more
Bundesliga: Cologne salvages a point against St. Pauli: Thanks to a late penalty, 1. FC Cologne kept St. Pauli at bay in the Bundesliga relegation battle ...
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According to BILD, Fortuna Düsseldorf has parted ways with coach Markus Anfang (51). And after Anfang comes Ende. BILD knows: Alexander Ende (46) will be the ... Show more
Key FactsFortuna Düsseldorf Appoints Alexander Ende as Coach
5 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- Fortuna Düsseldorf has parted ways with Markus Anfang following four consecutive defeats.
- Alexander Ende, who was dismissed from Preußen Münster in March, is named the new head coach.
- Sport director Sven Mislintat believes Ende can provide the necessary solution to avoid relegation.
- The team is expected to regain stability and recover crucial points under Ende during the final matches.
The situation is challenging, but I am absolutely convinced that together with all Fortuna Düsseldorf supporters we will secure our place in the league.— Alexander Ende, Fortuna Düsseldorf's new head coach, commenting after taking over the team
Woman and son (2) brutally attacked after 1. FC Köln match - | Police are looking for witnesses
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Key FactsCologne Ends Winless Streak with Crucial Home Triumph
6 days ago · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: geissblog.koeln
- Cologne broke their winless run by defeating Werder Bremen 3-1 on home ground.
- An early penalty scored by Said El Mala and a red card for Bremen’s captain after a last-man foul gave Cologne an advantage.
- Despite a disallowed goal and a penalty awarded to Bremen, Cologne controlled the match and extended their lead.
- This win grants Cologne a five-point buffer above the relegation playoff zone, with Wolfsburg trailing by nine points.
Lightning start for the Sharks! Frederik Storm puts Cologne in an early lead! 🔥 Game 4 between Cologne and Berlin - | LIVE NOW on #MagentaSport ! 📺
Important points for 1. FC Köln against Werder Bremen in the relegation battle! ➕3⃣
Match report: Werder's day to forget in Cologne: El Mala opens from the penalty spot - | Friedl sent off
Nighttime raid in Cologne: Police search for Pietro Lombardi at Oliver Pocher’s house
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Wow! Cologne comes out of the third-period break like a house on fire and turns a 0-1 deficit around—there were just 24 seconds between the 2-1 and 3-1 goals! ... Show more
Unpleasant scenes at the end of Game 2. After the game had already been stopped, Berlin’s Yannick Veilleux delivered a late cross-check and was sent to the ... Show more
Muscle injury: Ache's season likely over: 1. FC Köln paid a high price for their hard-fought point against FC St. Pauli. Ragnar Ache suffered a muscle injury ...
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He’s really hitting his stride. 🔥 For Cologne, Schütz set his previous playoff high last season with seven points. In Mannheim ... Show more
The Eisbären Berlin will have to do without forward Yannick Veilleux in Games 3 and 4 of the semifinal series against Cologne ... Show more
Penalty relief for FC! Important point earned at St. Pauli: It almost became the first defeat for coach René Wagner, but 1. FC Köln fought to a 1-1 draw at FC St ...
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Key FactsEl Mala’s Record and Uncertain FC Köln Future
6 days ago · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: geissblog.koeln
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: geissblog.koeln
- Said El Mala led FC Köln to a 3-1 victory over Werder Bremen by breaking Lukas Podolski’s teenage scoring record.
- The 19-year-old remains noncommittal about his future, citing confidential talks with the club and prioritizing the battle against relegation.
- Several Premier League teams, especially Brighton & Hove Albion, have expressed interest, but a transfer fee near €50 million is challenging.
- El Mala feels very comfortable at FC Köln and aims to give his all in the remaining five matches, with no final decision made yet.
We have confidential talks with Thomas Kessler; we are honest and open with each other.— Said by Said El Mala in a DAZN interview after Köln's 3-1 win over Werder Bremen; context: responses to Laura Wontorra's questions about his future with the club.
Will Said El Mala still be playing for FC next season? Cologne is apparently hoping for a surprise
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Cologne and Berlin are delivering an absolutely top-class match - | only logical that there's an encore at the Lanxess Arena 🔥🏒 Overtime in Game 4 between ... Show more
FC St. Pauli and 1. FC Köln drew 1-1. 🫣 This result doesn't give either team a significant boost in their fight against relegation. St ... Show more
Does the Haie train have no brakes? 👀 A fantastic choreographed display that the Cologne fans came up with for the first home game of the semifinal series! ... Show more
OpinionIndividual player ratings: FC central midfield completely lacking in ideas - | one five and two twos
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OpinionAfter a losing streak: Outstanding Niang leads FC to derby victory!: Youssoupha Niang led 1. FC Köln's U21 team to victory against Fortuna Köln ...
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Opinion“I don't give a damn!” FC relieved after “smart move” before the penalty kick: 1. FC Köln earns a point at FC St. Pauli. In the 1-1 (0-0) draw ...
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Confirmed: Cologne seals first summer transfer: At 1. FC Cologne, they still have to plan for two scenarios. Regardless of the league situation ...
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1. FC Köln: Said El Mala is back!: This photo will delight all Cologne fans | Sport
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OpinionFor survival: FC must now end this negative streak: 1. FC Köln ended their winless streak against Werder Bremen. Now, however, the Cologne team must break ...
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"He's working his butt off!" Wagner's special praise for FC's controversial figure
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The decisive moment! 😳 Waldschmidt scores the penalty. ➡️ FC Köln and St. Pauli share the points. 👉 The Bundesliga LIVE on SKY SPORT 📺📱🖥️ #skybundesliga #bundesliga #STPKOE
OpinionOnly three top stars better: Same picture, but a new striker at FC: Ragnar Ache has become a key player at 1. FC Köln. Only three Bundesliga stars have scored ...
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Opinion“The dip is normal.” This pro is the mirror image of the FC season: A guarantee of victory in the first half of the season, then a face of the crisis: Isak ...
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Together, loud and clear. Because everyone is special, and no one is better than anyone else. ❤️🤍
Loud together for inclusion in front of 50 ... Show more
Together Sound
Together Sound
Opinion“Makes it easier”: El Mala raves about Wagner – a dig at Kwasniok?: A dig at Kwasniok? Said El Mala commented on his relationship with René Wagner after 1 ...
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OpinionConfusion instead of conflict: El Mala's acting serves as proof for Wagner: No argument about the penalty kick, but a successful performance: Luca ...
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OpinionMatch point Friday? "I would have failed at my job if...": Should 1. FC Köln win at FC St. Pauli on Friday evening, that would probably amount to a preliminary ...
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Opinion"Gives me a better feeling": Wagner explains changes on the bench: The head coach came from within the club, but following Kwasnijk’s departure, 1 ...
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Waldschmidt keeps his cool and scores the equalizer for Effzeh from the penalty spot! St. Pauli drops crucial points in the relegation battle and has now gone ... Show more
“An all-around successful day”: Pure FC relief in the relegation battle: 1. FC Köln achieved their long-awaited breakthrough against Werder Bremen ...
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OpinionTo the sounds of Kasalla: Moving choreography for deceased fan: On Sunday, the Ultras of 1. FC Köln honored the late lead singer Nicolas with a massive ...
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1. FC Köln: Transfer dispute in court: Former boss Keller reveals juicy El Mala clause! | Sport
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The Stammplatz host is certain: Cologne's penalty was a wrong decision!: In the Stammplatz podcast, Noah Friedmann and Marcus Mühlenbeck discuss the penalty ...
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OpinionOnly eleven players in training: Short week for FC! This is how Wagner is planning the final
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A special look behind the scenes 📷👀 Natalie was part of the media team at the inclusion match day. One of 17 people with disabilities who supported the FC in ... Show more
Stabilization: Under Wagner, 1. FC Köln plays less spectacularly - | but with less stress.
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OpinionWolfsburg closes the gap, Bremen draws level - | but FC can be "happy": The competition at the bottom of the table is racking up wins. Nevertheless, 1 ...
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OpinionNo relegation for ten years: This statistic promises salvation: 1. FC Köln scored 43 goals in 29 matches - | no team has been relegated with such a statistic for ...
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“A topic I will discuss with Luca”: Wagner praises El Mala and Waldschmidt - “The team has good chemistry internally” #KOE [#effzeh] (1) #1FCKöln "Topic I will discuss with Luca": Wagner praises El Mala and Waldschmidt
OpinionDouble departure in the summer? Wagner has to hurt experienced duo: René Wagner left out an experienced duo from the squad for 1. FC Köln's home game against ...
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FC-Boss zu Verkauf von El Mala: „Wären ja schön bescheuert“ – Modell wie bei Kauf 2024?
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Wagner relieved after first win: “We can’t go all out”: René Wagner wins his first game as head coach with 1. FC Köln and shows understanding for the ups and ...
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Opinion"Hope he wins": Wagner reveals bet between FC star and coach: Although he's only playing on loan for 1. FC Köln so far, Cenk Özkacar celebrated emotionally ...
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A combined 31 Scorer points: Does FC have its eye on two French talents?: Transfer market: 1. FC Köln is reportedly looking at two youngsters from France’s Ligue ...
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OpinionMystery surrounding unexpected key player – will the trio be dropped from the squad?
geissblog.koeln/2026/04/raetsel-um-unerwarteten-schluesselspieler-fliegt-trio-aus-dem-kader/
OpinionChampions "urgently need to improve" - | U17 in a top position for the knockout round
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OpinionRescue in sight? “The guys know we have a great chance”: 1. FC Köln eagerly anticipates the opportunity at FC St. Pauli to virtually secure their place in the ...
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Festnahme in Köln-Mülheim: Mann wollte gestohlenen Toyota verkaufen: In Köln-Mülheim wurde ein 32-jähriger Mann festgenommen, der einen gestohlenen Toyota ...
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Happy High Five Day 🫸🫷 It's actually an official occasion celebrated every year on the third Thursday in April, even if the boys didn't believe us ... Show more
Cool, cooler, @moritzkretzschmar! 😎👏 The defenseman became the match-winner in the 6-3 victory over Cologne and already showed off his pro skills at the #MagentaSport ... Show more
“Described Cologne again”: Hector smiles about stadium moment after FC game: Jonas Hector watched FC Cologne's victory against Werder Bremen in the stadium ...
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"Viva Colonia" - | 1. FC Köln lives. The Rhinelanders ended their long losing streak against Werder Bremen and celebrated a hugely important victory in the ... Show more
OpinionMystery surrounding FC talent: Suddenly sidelined! This is what his coach says: Elias Bakatukanda was considered a key player at Blau-Weiß Linz ...
geissblog.koeln/2026/04/raetsel-um-fc-talent-ploetzlich-aussen-vor-das-sagt-sein-trainer/
Alessio, Cenk, and Ragnar make it 2-0 🥰 This week's Play of the Week is presented by @RheinEnergie . Sign up for FC-Strom now at EFFZEH Electricity: The electricity tariff for FC fans | RheinEnergie and save with every FC goal ... Show more
OpinionWinner of the transfer? Kwasniok’s favorite is now a Wagner fan: “Incredible job!”
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OpinionFormer boss Keller in court: FC almost let El Mala slip through their fingers: Juicy details about Said El Mala and 1. FC Köln: Former boss Christian Keller was ...
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💬 "We want to get three points, then the table would look even better" - | that's what René Wagner says before the away game in St. Pauli. #effzeh
OpinionMulti-million transfer to FC? “One of the best decisions of my life”: Jahmai Simpson-Pusey raves about his winter transfer to 1. FC Köln and talks about his ...
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Taking advantage of the pressure—the reigning champions aren’t letting up and, after winning Game 1, are also leading in Game 2—after the first period ... Show more
Is KSC courting Kwasniok?: In the search for a successor to Christian Eichner, Lukas Kwasniok is apparently coming into focus at Karlsruher SC - | it would be a ...
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Eintracht Frankfurt: Albert Riera and his team are a mystery: Eintracht threw the game against Cologne. Coach Riera reacted thin-skinned and is talking himself ...
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Key FactsFrankfurt’s Coach Faces Pressure Amid Team Struggles
Apr 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: faz.net
- Albert Riera reacts emotionally to critical questions during press conferences, showing frustration with media scrutiny.
- The team lost a 2-0 lead against Köln, highlighting ongoing issues in maintaining balance between offense and defense.
- Riera cites challenging conditions since his February start, inheriting a defensively weak squad without preparation time.
- Despite promising improvements, visible progress remains limited, fueling continuous criticism and doubts about the team’s development.
You can't let the game slip out of your hands anymore.— Robin Koch, captain of Eintracht Frankfurt, after the lead against Köln, on not letting the game slip away.
“That will never happen”: Wagner categorically rules out a role swap with Baumgart
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