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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

Ruled out once again Ache (hamstring) remains out for Sunday's clash with Bochum, according to manager Oliver Glasner.

Impact Ache is ruled out once more, and has now missed more than five weeks with a thigh injury. The original timeline was looking to be closer to three weeks, but it appears that Ache is set for a lengthy stint on the sideline. Ache remains a minimal fantasy option even when fully fit.

MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Ache (hamstring) remains out for Saturday's trip to Hertha Berlin, according to manager Oliver Glasner.

Impact Ache remains out with a hamstring injury he suffered early in February. The forward isn't much of a fantasy option even when fully fit and doesn't change much in the Frankfurt first team. Rafael Santos Borre will remain the first choice striker.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out several weeks Ache (thigh) will be out several weeks as a thigh injury has been revealed to be more serious than initially though, Frankfurt announced Wednesday.

Impact Ache was originally thought to just have some soreness in his thigh, but it's now been revealed that the forward is set to be out long-term. The exact details of the injury aren't clear, but Ache won't be available as a depth option for the next several weeks at minimum.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with thigh Ache could be set to miss Saturday's clash with Stuttgart due to a thigh injury, according to manager Oliver Glasner.

Impact Ache is dealing with a thigh injury though he hasn't quite been ruled out yet. The forward isn't much of a fantasy option even when healthy, so his absence does little to change anything for fantasy managers. Ache will hope to make the bench Saturday, at best.

FEBRUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist Ache (thigh) recorded one assist across four minutes during a 5-2 loss Saturday against Borussia Dortmund.

Impact Ache logged an assist to a goal from Jens Petter Hauge. Now that the former is healthy, he will compete with Rafael Santos Borre and Goncalo Paciencia for consistent starting chances.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back on training pitch Ache -- who is dealing with a thigh problem -- took part in Monday's training session.

Impact Ache played in seven games for the club last season due to a raft of injuries and will likely serve primarily as a substitute option during the upcoming campaign. As such, the forward shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of fantasy value.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Thursday Ache scored a goal on two shots (two on target) against Brazil on Thursday after coming on in the 68th minute.

Impact Despite being down to 10 men, Ache helped turn the tide of the game for Germany and nearly forced a draw. Given his performance, Ache could be in contention to replace Marco Richter or Max Kruse in the starting XI versus Saudi Arabia on Sunday.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Frankfurt Ache bagged a goal off the bench in Saturday's win over Freiburg.

Impact Ache scored his maiden Bundesliga goal with a perfect volley following a cross from Filip Kostic. That said, he only made seven appearances off the bench all season long and didn't play a role for the team, something that's not expected to change looking toward his short-term future.

MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Frankfurt to sign forward Ragnar Ache from Dutch league

Frankfurt will sign German forward Ragnar Ache from Dutch club Sparta Rotterdam in the offseason

JANUARY 3, 2020 • FOX SPORTS

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