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Returns to contention Waldschmidt (muscular) is available for Saturday's Bundesliga clash against Werder Bremen after recovering from the issue that kept him out of Koln's opening matches of the season,...

Impact Waldschmidt has completed his recovery after returning to team training ahead of the Stuttgart match but being held out while he rebuilt his fitness. The attacker is now available for selection against Bremen and provides Koln with another experienced option in the final third. Having yet to feature competitively this season, Waldschmidt may initially have to settle for a role off the bench as he works his way back into the rotation.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out against Stuttgart Waldschmidt (muscular) will remain unavailable for Friday's Bundesliga clash against Stuttgart despite returning to team training, according to Geissblog.

Impact Waldschmidt has now resumed work with the group after muscular problems kept him out of Koln's opening two competitive matches of the season. However, the 30-year-old still needs time to rebuild his fitness following the layoff, and Koln won't take any risks by bringing him back too quickly. His return to full training is nevertheless an encouraging step, and he could be back in contention for the matchday squad in the near future.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Hoffenheim Waldschmidt (muscle) will miss the Bundesliga opener against Hoffenheim as he continues his rehabilitation, according to coach Rene Wagner. "Waldschmidt is taking things a little e...

Impact Waldschmidt will sit out the opener as Koln give him additional time to fully recover from his muscular issue. The problem is not considered serious, with the forward expected to step up his workload next week and work toward returning at full fitness. His absence against Hoffenheim should therefore be a short-term one if his rehabilitation continues as planned.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared of injury concern Waldschmidt is available for Cologne's German Cup opener against Wurzburger Kickers on August 24 after avoiding any injury from his early exit against Paderborn, the club announced...

Impact Waldschmidt left Sunday's friendly after roughly an hour with a slight limp, but the club confirmed all players involved in the preseason matches, including the 30-year-old, came through without injury. There is no cause for concern surrounding his fitness heading into the cup opener. Waldschmidt is expected to be available for selection as Cologne begin their competitive season.

AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off with thigh issue Waldschmidt limped off after picking up right thigh problems in Sunday's friendly against Paderborn, according to Geissblog Koeln.

Impact Waldschmidt walked to the bench before heading straight to the locker room with a physiotherapist, raising concern just days before Cologne's competitive season begins. The club opens its DFB Pokal campaign at Wurzburger Kickers on Aug. 24. Waldschmidt is expected to be reassessed as his status for that match becomes clearer.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in draw Waldschmidt assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Union Berlin.

Impact Waldschmidt stood out in playmaking duties, completing the last pass before Marius Bulter's 33rd-minute goal while taking half of his side's set pieces during the round 32 matchup. Even though he was unable to score this time, the forward continued his productive run as he registered a goal or assist for the third time in a row. After a series of five substitute appearances, he got the nod over both Linton Maina and Jan Thielmann on the right wing.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one goal off bench Waldschmidt scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Bayer Leverkusen.

Impact Waldschmidt came off the bench in the second half of Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Leverkusen and immediately made his mark, slotting home a composed left-footed finish past Janis Blaswich after Said El Mala's determined dribble and precise pull-back created the opening in the box. Waldschmidt has now scored in back-to-back Bundesliga appearances as a substitute, with his five goals this season placing him quatrieme in his side's scoring charts despite rarely starting.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

St Pauli concedes late penalty to tie at home with Cologne

St. Pauli has missed a chance to take three vital points after conceding a late penalty in a 1-1 draw at home to Cologne in the Bundesliga

APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Converts penalty in draw Waldschmidt scored a goal with his lone shot during Friday's 1-1 draw with St. Pauli.

Impact Waldschmidt entered the match in the 80th minute and converted a penalty in the 86th as Koln earned a point Friday. The goal was the first since November for Waldschmidt as he hasn't started a match since February 27th.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Waldschmidt assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss against VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Waldschmidt replaced Joel Schmied in the 68th minute and set up the equalizer for Ragnar Ache just 11 minutes later. Waldschmidt also contributed defensively with a tackle and a clearance. This was his first goal contribution in over two months and he has now contributed to six goals this campaign.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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.

JANUARY 14 • 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.

JANUARY 14 • 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

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