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Starts in friendly Ache (thigh) is in the starting XI for a friendly against Bergisch Gladbach.

Impact Ache had already joined Koln for pre-season training but has furthered his recovery this offseason, as the forward joined them for a pre-season friendly. This is good news for the player after he missed their last few matches of the 2025/26 campaign. He was a rotational option last campaign before working into a starting role, a role he will look to keep this season, recording seven goals and four assists in 29 appearances (18 starts) during the 2025/26 campaign.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full for preseason start Ache (thigh) is included in Rene Wagner's squad for 1. FC Koln's pre-season start, having recovered from the injury that ended his 2025-26 season in April, the club posted.

Impact Ache spent the final weeks of last season on the sidelines after a thigh injury forced him off against St. Pauli in April, a frustrating end to a campaign in which he had become one of Koln's most important attacking players. He contributed seven goals and five assists and produced the standout individual moment of the entire Bundesliga season with his overhead-kick winner against Hoffenheim, later crowned Goal of the Season by fan vote. He worked his way back through individual sessions before preseason and is now fully back with the squad as Koln began preparations for the new season. With Jakub Kaminski having left for Benfica, Koln's attack leans more heavily on Ache heading into the new campaign, and he looks fully available and ready to carry that increased responsibility from day one.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Thigh injury ends season Ache has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after an MRI scan revealed a thigh muscle injury, according to the club.

Impact Ache had been in excellent form before picking up the issue during Friday's clash against St. Pauli, and the scan results delivered the worst possible news for both player and Koln. The striker ends the campaign with seven goals and four assists alongside 28 chances created across 29 Bundesliga appearances (18 starts), having been one of the Goat's most consistent attacking threats this season. The focus will now shift to a full recovery ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.

APRIL 18 • 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

Leaves with injury Friday Ache was forced off during Friday's clash with St. Pauli after picking up a thigh discomfort.

Impact Ache was replaced by Marius Bulter after completing 51 minutes of play as a center-forward in this game. The severity of the issue is still unknown, but a muscular problem could force the striker to miss at least a couple of weeks of activity. He was in great form before Friday's game, scoring or assisting in three successive appearances.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Insistent finish in win Ache scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win against Werder Bremen. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 70th mi...

Impact Ache collected his own rebound Sunday to score FC Koln's second goal in their 3-1 victory over Werder Bremen. The forward's five shot attempts (three on goal) led the FC Koln attack. Across his last three appearances (three starts) Ache has scored twice and assisted once.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against former club Ache assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Ache created one chance against his former club and left the match with a goal contribution. He did well to earn an assist and could have had a goal with his lone shot on goal. Ache was dangerous throughout the match and his assist proved to be essential during the draw.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in draw Ache scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Monchengladbach.

Impact Ache scored once on only two shots as well as creating a chance during Saturday's clash. The forward made the most of his limited chances on the ball to cause issues for Gladbach. He was a problem whenever he picked the ball up in space and he gave the backline fits. Ache is continuing to look better and better alongside Said El Mala up top.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Hoffenheim Ache scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Hoffenheim.

Impact Ache scored a well taken finish from a cross delivered by teammate Said El Mala, marking his fifth league goal of the season and his second in consecutive matches. The striker has started only half of his 22 league appearances this season but has now started the last five games and is clearly beginning to find form at an important stage of the campaign. Scoring against a strong Hoffenheim side currently sitting third makes the performance even more encouraging. Ache will look to continue adding to his tally in the next fixture against Augsburg in what should be a more even mid table matchup.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nets equalizer on Saturday Ache scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Ache very calmly collected Luca Waldschmidt's pass and then chipped the ball over the keeper, equalizing in the 79th minute. Ache also recorded a tackle and an interception. He has now netted thrice in the last five games and is up to seven goal contributions for the campaign.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

In starting squad Ache (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart.

Impact Ache is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Stuttgart after overcoming a knee issue sustained late against Leipzig. The forward trained without pain during the week and avoids missing time. He has been an undisputed starter up front lately and resumes that role.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Saturday Ache was forced off late in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leipzig with a knee injury but has since trained individually without pain and is expected to be available for Saturday's clash aga...

Impact Ache is expected to be ready for Saturday's clash against Stuttgart after picking up a knee issue late in Sunday's match against Leipzig. The forward was able to train individually on Monday and felt no pain which puts him in a strong spot to be available and avoid missing any time. If he does end up sidelined, Marius Bulter would be in line for an expanded role up front for the goats.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in closing stages Ache was forced off injured in the second half of Sunday's 2-1 loss to Leipzig.

Impact Ache left in the 90th minute following a challenge where he couldn't properly walk and left with assistance of team doctors. Flynn Schenten replaced Ache as his status will be monitored ahead of next week's trip to Stuttgart.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Brace off bench Ache scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mainz.

Impact After consecutive starts to begin his 2026, Ache was dropped from Koln's starting XI on Saturday, but the demotion actually benefited him. He proved to be a spark plug off Koln's bench, getting his second and third goals this season. They make up half of the six G/A that Ache has logged on 23 shots (10 on goal) and 17 chances created in as many appearances.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in return Ache (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against St. Pauli.

Impact Ache has cleared all the concussion protocols and is back available for Saturday's clash against St Pauli after training in full this week. The forward will begin his return from the bench as the staff manages his reintegration into the squad. Even so, his recent run of two starts in his last three appearances shows he remains firmly in contention for meaningful minutes.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against St. Pauli Ache (concussion) is fit and available for Saturday's clash against St. Pauli, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference. "He has now completed a full training week, has no...

Impact Ache has cleared all the concussion protocols and is back fit and available for Saturday's clash against St. Pauli after training in full and without complaints this week. The forward has started two of his last three appearances for Koln, scoring once and assisting once, which suggests he could claim back a similar role now that he is an option again.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out due to concussion Ache is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Bremen after suffering a concussion in training on Wednesday, the club announced.

Impact Ache suffered a head injury in training on Wednesday and a concussion has been confirmed which rules him out for Saturday's clash against Bremen. The striker will follow all protocols until he is fully cleared to return. He has started two of the last three games although he has mainly served as a bench option this season for Koln. Marius Bulter is expected to take on a larger role in the frontline while he is out.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Frankfurt Ache assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 4-3 defeat against Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Ache created three chances and provided an assist against his former club during Saturday's all-action draw. The forward was so close to a couple more assists, but they just didn't fall the right way. Ache will hope to carry this volume moving forward as he looks to help Koln retain a place in the Bundesliga.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts, scores opener Ache scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 victory against Hamburger SV.

Impact Ache scored the opener in the 25th minute with his first goal in the campaign. The forward had a good overall outing, taking a season-high three shots and winning the most duels (eight) for Koln in the match. That was his second start in nine appearances.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Said El Mala seals 4-1 win for Cologne over 9-man Hamburg in Bundesliga

Said El Mala scores and sets up a goal in stoppage time to seal Cologne’s 4-1 win over nine-man Hamburger SV

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

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

Returns to bench Ache (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Freiburg.

Impact Ache was a late call Sunday but has made the team sheet, likely passing a fitness test to play. He was a substitute in their opener and will look to see time again, possibly pushing for a starting role soon.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could be an option Ache (knee) could be an option for Sunday's clash against Freiburg, coach Lukas Kwasniok said in the press conference.

Impact Ache suffered a bad knock to his knee in Sunday's opener against Mainz but has trained fully this week and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Freiburg. That said, his return will not impact the starting XI since he should hold a bench role moving forward.

AUGUST 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury off bench Ache came off the bench in Sunday's 1-0 win over Mainz and suffered a knock to his knee, forcing him off the pitch late in the game, according to Eurosport.

Impact Ache suffered a knock to his knee late in Sunday's win over Mainz and was unable to stay on the pitch. The newcomer played his first official minutes for his new club but could not show much of his talent as he could not finish the game. The forward will likely be assessed at the beginning of the week to determine if there is nothing major with his knee. That said, Ache will likely compete for a starting role moving forward, and his potential absence could impact the starting XI.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling to Barcelona Ache (hamstring) is in the traveling squad for Thursday's Europa League clash with Barcelona.

Impact Ache is back in the traveling squad and should be an option Thursday. The forward isn't much of a fantasy play, but a return to the traveling squad is a great sign for his fitness.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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