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Germany Est. 1948 #14 · Bundesliga

1. FC Köln

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1. FC Köln

Monday, 17 August 2026

Said El Mala setback played down by Köln

Thomas Kessler says Said El Mala is not disappointed after his Borussia Dortmund move collapsed, with Köln set for Würzburger Kickers on 24 August.

3 min read

Monday, 27 July 2026

Ragnar Ache gets Bundesliga goal of the season trophy

Ragnar Ache received the Bundesliga Goal of the Season trophy in pre-season after his bicycle kick against Hoffenheim. Köln finished 14th with 32 points.

3 min read

Saturday, 18 July 2026

Reigan Heskey joins Cologne with elite youth pedigree—and a steep senior test

Reigan Heskey joins Cologne from Manchester City on a five-year deal. The academy graduate scored 18 goals in 19 U18 Premier League games this season.

4 min read

Friday, 17 July 2026

Cologne's English connection from Woodcock to Heskey

Cologne's English connection is rare, with Tony Woodcock's 130 Bundesliga appearances and 39 goals still the benchmark as Reigan Heskey arrives.

2 min read

Tuesday, 14 July 2026

Said El Mala refused Newcastle: what his rejection reveals

Said El Mala's mother rejected Newcastle twice, insisting on 'top tier' clubs. How the rejection exposes the Magpies' deepening crisis amid forced asset sales.

4 min read

Sunday, 21 June 2026

Yan Diomande: Liverpool's £26m gap to RB Leipzig explained

Liverpool’s Yan Diomande pursuit is shaped by a £26m gap to RB Leipzig’s asking price, with £703m revenue helping the case.

3 min read

Tuesday, 9 June 2026

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey joins FC Köln in a permanent move from Manchester City

Jahmai Simpson-Pusey moves to FC Köln permanently from Manchester City after 11 loan appearances, with Guardiola praising his composure and City keeping a

3 min read

Sunday, 7 June 2026

Said El Mala turns Brentford move into a transfer standoff for Köln

Said El Mala rejected Brentford's agreed move, leaving 1. FC Köln facing a delayed €50 million sale as Chelsea, Newcastle United and Dortmund circle.

3 min read

Friday, 22 May 2026

Pep Guardiola says his City exit is the right time after 10 years

Pep Guardiola says his Manchester City exit after 10 years is the right time because he lacks the energy to continue, with 20 trophies behind him.

3 min read

Thursday, 21 May 2026

Tuesday, 19 May 2026

Steve Clarke sticks with his plan as Oli McBurnie omission stirs Scotland debate

Steve Clarke defended his Scotland selection method after leaving Oli McBurnie out, while McBurnie said he found out from a teammate.

4 min read

Sunday, 17 May 2026

Bayern Munich vs FC Köln: Kane hat-trick caps final-day rout

Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Bayern Munich beat FC Köln 5-1 on the final day, with Tom Bischof and Joshua Kimmich also starring.

2 min read

Saturday, 16 May 2026

Harry Kane's hat-trick gives Bayern's finale more than a title-party feel

Harry Kane scored a hat-trick as Bayern München beat Cologne 5-1, finishing on 36 goals as the champions closed with a record 122.

5 min read