Luca Waldschmidt - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Bench option Waldschmidt is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Bayern Munich.

Impact Waldschmidt was not with the team in the last match after an altercation with his coach, but is back in the team Wednesday, with the attacker as an option from the bench. He lost out on a starting role after his last two appearances were starts, potentially still being reprimanded for his actions. He will look to work back into the role, with three goals and two assists this season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Likely against Bayern Waldschmidt will likely return to the match squad for Wednesday's clash against Bayern, according to BILD.

Impact Waldschmidt missed the last game against Heidenheim as a punishment from the coach due to a recent interview he gave to the press in which he expressed his dissatisfaction with his playing time. The attacking midfielder is expected to be back in the match squad for Wednesday's clash against Bayern after discussions were held within the club between coach Lukas Kwasniok and the player.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Excluded from team Waldschmidt was excluded by coach Lukas Kwasniok from the team for the time being, according to Sky Sport.

Impact Waldschmidt gave an interview earlier this week and showed disappointment about his playing that forced coach Lukas Kwasniok to take a decision and ultimately exclude him for the team for the time being. It remains to be seen if the forward will resume team training next week and be available for the clash against Bayern on Wednesday.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Clears illness Waldschmidt cleared his illness over the winter break since he featured in a friendly this week.

Impact Waldschmidt missed the last Bundesliga game of the year due to illness but has featured this week in a friendly and is an option moving forward for Koln. The attacking midfielder started the last two games prior to his absence and could be set to resume a similar role to start the new year.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Waldschmidt (illness) is not available for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin, the club announced.

Impact Waldschmidt is ruled out for the last clash of the year against Union Berlin on Saturday due to suffering from an illness. The forward will hope to recover in the next two weeks before the first game of 2026 against Heidenheim on Jan. 10. Waldschmidt started the last two games for Koln, therefore his absence forces a change in the starting XI, with Jakub Kaminski finding a more offensive role again on Saturday.

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists lone Koln goal Waldschmidt had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing twice inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 1-1 draw with St. P...

Impact Waldschmidt set up Said El Mala in the 51st minute assisting the opening goal of the match while tying for the team-high with two shots. The start was the first since October for Waldschmidt, but he's been in good form with three goal involvements, eight shots and two chances created over his last four appearances.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets Saturday Waldschmidt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-3 defeat versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Waldschmidt found the back of the net Saturday, nearly doing enough to earn the win as he helped lead the late comeback. The winger made the most of the leaky Frankfurt defense during Saturday's clash, and will hope to use that match to build some form heading into the busy period before the Christmas break.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reserve goal scored Waldschmidt scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Monchengladbach.

Impact Since the month of October, Waldschmidt has been limited by team choice. Koln's last five games saw him a healthy scratch for three and log less than an hour for his other two. Yet, Waldschmidt has two goals across his last five appearances, a level of form that suggests more usage of him may be warranted.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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

Sets up only goal Waldschmidt assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Mainz.

Impact Waldschmidt came off the bench Sunday and delivered all three points with a crucial assist to Marius Bulter. Waldschmidt is one of a few attacking midfield options Koln will rotate through, but this early assist could earn him some more trust in the coming matches. Koln will likely need to be efficient to earn many more points in a brutal start to the campaign.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cologne returns to the Bundesliga as second division champion

Cologne has clinched its return to the Bundesliga as second division champion with a 4-0 rout of Kaiserslautern on the final day of the season

MAY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores decisive goal Waldschmidt scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Bochum.

Impact Waldschmidt entered the fray for the final 22 minutes of FC Koln's 2-1 victory over Bochum on Saturday. The appearance marked just the second time he's taken the pitch since suffering a leg injury in December of 2023. Waldschmidt's inclusion for the final stages of the match proved conclusive, as he netted his third goal of the campaign in second half stoppage time to earn FC Koln three points. The veteran forward has not made more than 23 appearances in the Bundeslinga since the 2019 - 2020 campaign with SC Frieburg. He has made 17 appearances (10 starts) in 2023 - 2024.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for 2024 debut Waldschmidt (leg) is among the substitutes for Sunday's match against Augsburg.

Impact Waldschmidt is in the squad for the first time in 2024 having last made an appearance in December. The attacker has made 15 appearances on the season scoring twice.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets twice in friendly Waldschmidt (illness) scored two goals in Wednesday's friendly versus Reusrath.

Impact Waldschmidt appeared to be back to 100 percent after an illness sidelined him versus Bayer Leverkusen prior to the international break. With his illness seemingly behind him, the forward should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI after featuring in four of his six appearances this season. In those outings, the attacking midfielder registered one goal on 10 shots (three on target), nine crosses (three accurate) and five corners.

OCTOBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts training with team Waldschmidt (illness) was back in team training, the club announced Monday.

Impact Waldschmidt made his return to training on Monday after missing the last match with an illness. The attacker should be back after the two-week-long international break and should contend for a starting spot immediately. He has started four of Koln's six games this season, contributing one goal, eight chances created, nine crosses and ten shots.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Waldschmidt is not in the match day squad to face Leverkusen on Sunday.

Impact Waldschmidt misses out on Sunday's derby after coming down with an illness in the buildup. The forward has started in four of Koln's six league matches as Davie Selke takes his spot in Sunday's starting XI.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with illness Waldschmidt was not in training Wednesday with an illness as his status for Sunday's match against Bayern Leverkusen remains unclear, confirmed manager Steffen Baumgart.

Impact Waldschmidt has not returned to training as he deals with an illness. He has started four of the last six matches played with a goal on the season.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in defeat Waldschmidt scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Wolfsburg.

Impact Waldschmidt scored the opening goal of the match in the 55th minute assisted by Sargis Adamyan. He completed four dribbles and contributed defensively with two interceptions and one tackle.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Loaned to Koln Waldschmidt has joined FC Koln on a season-long loan from Wolfsburg, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Waldschmidt was a fairly effective impact substitute with Wolfsburg last season, tallying four goals in 18 Bundesliga appearances (four starts). The 27-year-old forward is now moving on-loan to Koln for next season, where he will be competing with Davie Selke, Linton Maina and Steffen Tigges for a starting spot either up front or on the right wing.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to four starts Waldschmidt made 18 appearances (four starts) in the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

Impact Waldschmidt played a minor role in the first team, but still netted four times off the bench. The winger could see an uptick in playing time with Omar Marmoush set to depart the club and Patrick Wimmer linked elsewhere. Waldschmidt managed just 11 shots (six on goal) during the 2022/23 Bundesliga.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from bench Waldschmidt came on to score once from two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Hoffenheim.

Impact Waldschmidt had only been on the pitch for five minutes when he scored to give his side a two-goal cushion. All of his four goals this season have come as a substitute and no other player has scored more from the bench. The striker has struggled for minutes and has only made four starts.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Waldschmidt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-1 win against Bochum.

Impact Waldschmidt subbed on in the second half and scored in the 77th minute to make it 5-1 and seal the deal. The midfielder now has three goals in the season. He's been mostly a backup so far, starting in only four of his 14 overall appearances.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Waldschmidt is fit and in the match day squad to face Augsburg on Saturday.

Impact Waldschmidt returns from an illness which kept him out of Wolfsburg's previous match. The forward starts from the bench having scored once in 11 appearances.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling with team Waldschmidt (illness) will not make the trip to VfB Stuttgart on Saturday, confirmed manager Niko Kovac. "Luca Waldschmidt is ill, was not present at training and will not be trave...

Impact Waldschmidt picked up an illness earlier in the week and will not be an option for Saturday's match against Stuttgart. He has been an unused sub for most of the season, totaling just one goal in 11 appearances this year.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty as substitute Waldschmidt scored one goal on two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 6-0 win versus Freiburg.

Impact Waldschmidt was subbed on in the 78th minute Saturday, and scored a penalty in the 94th minute right before the final whistle. This marked his first goal of the season in eight appearances (three starts). Given his lack of playing time and his place on the depth chart, the odds are against Waldschmidt to score more in the near future.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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