FC Köln Team News Page 5 - Soccer

Said El Mala - Scores in first start El Mala scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Friday's 1-0 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact El Mala picked up his first start of the season and made the most of the opportunity by netting his first goal. This was his third straight game with three shots, and he has at least one shot on target in five straight games, totaling seven shots on target in that span.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Martel - Dishes assist in win Martel assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 victory against Hoffenheim.

Impact Martel logged his second assist of the campaign, both of which have come within the last three outings. This also marked his fourth chance created in six appearances on the year. Additionally, he stood out defensively by nabbing multiple interceptions for a fourth time, and earning his sixth tackle won.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jakub Kaminski - Notable effort in win Kaminski recorded four shots (two on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Friday's 1-0 win versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Kaminski racked up a minimum of four shots in a match for the second straight game and third time this season. He also now has two shots on target in back-to-back appearances. Additionally, he tied his season high of five crosses for a third time in six outings this year.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Sebulonsen - Another chance created Sebulonsen recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 victory over Hoffenheim. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Sebulonsen pushed his streak to three straight games with at least one chance created, accounting for a total of six over that span. He also has fired at least one shot in each appearance but has not yet landed one on target. On the defensive side, he pushed his streak to five consecutive outings with at least one tackle won.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marius Bulter - Out until after break Butler (Achilles) is out until after the international break, the player told his club via an interview. Basically, I'm fine, but the injury is of course annoying, the Achilles ten...

Impact Butler is still not able to train due to pain in his Achilles and will wait another few weeks for his return until after the break. That said, he will hope to resume training over the break, then be ready to feature against Augsburg on Oct. 18. However, this will depend on his development, with the club looking for the return of one of their top forwards.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rav Van den Berg - Begins training inside Van den Berg (shoulder) is training individually, according to his club.

Impact Van den Berg underwent surgery earlier in the month and is already seeing some signs of recovery, with the defender viewed training individually. This is great news for the club, but he will still remain out for a few months. That said, a return is likely planned for sometime in October to November.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marius Bulter - Out to face Stuttgart Butler (Achilles) is out for Sunday's match against Stuttgart.

Impact Butler was doubtful to face Stuttgart Sunday and has missed the call due to his Achilles injury, hitting the sidelines for at least a match. That said, the attacker will now hope for a quick return, although no timeline is available for the player. He is replaced in the starting XI by Rangar Ache, a possible replacement moving forward if more time is missed.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marius Bulter - Doubtful to face Suttgart Butler is doubtful for Sunday's match against Stuttgart due to an Achilles tendon injury, according to manager Lukas Kwasniok. "Things don't look good for Bulti, he has an Achilles...

Impact Butler is suffering from some Achilles tendon irritation and is now doubtful for Sunday's contest after missing training Thursday. This is huge news for the club, as he has yet to miss a start this campaign and has accounted for two goals and two assists this season. That said, if he misses out, Jan Thielmann is likely to move to forward in his place while the club drops to a three-back with Kristoffer Lund joining the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Krauss - Active on both sides of ball Krauss took two off target shots, created two chances, made two tackles (winning one) and three clearances during Saturday's 3-1 loss to RB Leipzig.

Impact Krauss was a part of the Koln back four that allowed three first half goals Saturday, finishing with the second most shots, chances created and tackles on the team. The defender has combined for four shots, six tackles and 10 clearances over his first three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Hubers - Makes seven clearances Hubers made an interception and seven clearances during Saturday's 3-1 loss to RB Leipzig.

Impact Hubers was a part of the Koln back line that allowed three first half goals, leading his side with seven clearances. The defender has combined for two interceptions and 17 clearances over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - Sends in four crosses Johannesson crossed four times (one accurate) and made two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 3-1 loss to RB Leipzig.

Impact Johannesson was active on both sides of the ball finishing with the second most crosses and tackles on the team during Saturday's defeat. The midfielder has one goal to go along wiht two shots and 12 crosses over his last three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Schwabe - Allows three first half goals Schwabe allowed three goals while making five saves during Saturday's 3-1 loss to RB Leipzig.

Impact Schwabe allowed three first half goals as Koln dropped all three points Saturday. The keeper has allowed seven goals while combining for nine saves over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jan Uwe Thielmann - Scores against Leipzig Thielmann scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating a chance during Saturday's match against RB Leipzig.

Impact Thielmann found the back of the net in the 23rd minute before subbing off the pitch in the 58th. The forward has two goals and an assist while combining for nine shots and four chances created over his last three starts.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Martel - Assists before substitution Martel had an assist with his lone chance created while taking an off target shot, blocking two shots and making three interceptions during Saturday's match against RB Leipzig.

Impact Martel set up Jan Thielmann in the 23rd minute while leading Koln in blocks and interceptions as of his substitution in the 59th minute. The assist was the first goal involvement this season for Martel as he had played every minute of every match prior to Saturday's contest.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marvin Schwabe - Three saves, three conceded Schwabe had three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Schwabe recorded a season high of three saves, but he also conceded a season high three goals against. After a clean sheet to open the campaign, he is up to four goals against in the last two outings. Up next for FC Cologne is a meeting with RB Leipzig on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - Johannesson steps in and scores Johannesson (leg) scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Wolfsburg. In addition, he was given...

Impact Johannesson was not expected to play in the match but was able to sub in to open the second half and came up with a critical contribution for his team. This marked his second straight game with a shot, but his shot on target was his first of the season. He also delivered an accurate cross for a third straight game and is up to four over three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Waldschmidt - Scores in 3-3 draw Waldschmidt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact Waldschmidt was back in action after missing the last outing and scored to mark his second consecutive appearance with a goal contribution. He also racked up double digits in completed passes for the first time in two matches and subbed out after the first half.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jakub Kaminski - Nets in draw Kaminski scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Kaminski scored for the second straight game and is up to two goals and four on target over three outings to start the season. On the other hand, after four chances created in each of the last two games, he finished with out one for the first time on the year. On the other end, he earned his first tackle won in three matches.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Said El Mala - Assist in draw El Mala assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Wolfsburg.

Impact El Mala entered as a sub mid way through the second half and came up with a goal contribution for the second consecutive game. He has at least one shot in each of his three appearances and is up to four shots, with two on target on the season. He also set a season high with two chances created in the match.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ragnar Ache - Dishes assist Ache assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Wolfsburg.

Impact Ache has been impactful while playing fewer than 25 minutes in each of his three appearances. This marked his first goal contribution of the campaign, as he also delivered a chance created for a second straight outing.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rav Van den Berg - Set for surgery van den Berg has suffered a shoulder injury in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Wolfsburg and is now set to undergo a surgery this week, the club announced.

Impact van den Berg will miss several weeks due to a shoulder injury that requires surgery, which the Koln player will undergo this week. This is a big blow for the team since he started the last two league games, and his absence will force a change in the starting XI with Alessio Castro-Montes likely seeing a bigger role with his new club while he is out.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - Not available Saturday Johannesson (leg) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Johannesson missed Saturday's match against the Wolves after failing to recover in time from the dead leg he suffered against France. The midfielder was unable to train on Thursday and didn't make the squad. Tom Krauss replaces him in the starting XI as expected.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Hubers - Starts in midfield Hubers (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg.

Impact Hubers was forced off at halftime of the game before the break due to illness but seems to have fully recovered over the international break. The German returned to the starting XI on Saturday and will look to keep that role moving forward.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Timo Hubers - Injury minor, fit for Saturday Hubers has been dealt a minor injury and is an option moving forward, according to Marc Merten of Geiss Blog.

Impact Hubers was off from the last match at halftime due to an illness, but appears to be on the mend and no longer affected by his issues, with the defender likely to be fit after the international break. He started in both games to begin the season, so the club will be happy to see him with the squad, likely to gain that spot back immediately.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Bergmann Johannesson - Questionable against Wolfsburg Johannesson (leg) is questionable for Saturday's clash against Wolfsburg, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "Isak did not train today and had to be substituted in...

Impact Johannesson has suffered a dead leg during the game against France and hasn't trained on Thursday. The midfielder is questionable for Saturday's clash against the Wolves. If he has to miss the game, his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Tom Krauss likely replacing him in the midfield for that game.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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