New coach for 1. FC Köln: promotion struggle in upheaval

<p> <strong> New coach for 1. FC Köln: promotion struggle in upheaval </strong> </p>

1. FC Köln separates from Struber and Keller

The 1st FC Köln, a renowned second division soccer team, has separated from coach Gerhard Struber and sports director Christian Keller, according to current reports. This decision, which was announced for the first time by the Bild newspaper late Sunday evening, is to be officially confirmed on Monday. These personnel changes happen at a critical time in the course of the season and raise questions about the future orientation of the association.

The separation takes place immediately after a disappointing game against the bottom of the table in Regensburg, in which Cologne only achieved a draw. This result led to the team lost the lead and is now in second place. With just two remaining match days in the season, however, the promotion team remains only three points from the first non-promotion place, which significantly increases the pressure on the persons responsible.

In the past few weeks, the sporting situation of the association has increasingly deteriorated, which probably also favored the decision to separate Struber and Keller. The 1. FC Köln faces the challenge of successfully making the last games of the season in order not to lose sight of the goal of the return to the Bundesliga. The new trainer, whose identity has not yet been announced, will be faced with immediate need for action to get the team on course.

These changes in the management area could not only influence sporting performance, but also the mood within the team and fans. The 1. FC Köln has experienced many ups and downs in the past, and it remains to be seen how those responsible will set the course for a positive development in the future. The coming days should be decisive to regain the trust of the supporters and to optimally position the team.