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Cologne aims at Gladbach in the derby: victory should increase the gap!
The Rhenish derby between Cologne and Borussia Mönchengladbach will take place on November 6th, 2025, characterized by historical rivalry and decisive game moments.
Cologne aims at Gladbach in the derby: victory should increase the gap!
The excitement is palpable in Cologne because the Rhenish derby against Borussia Mönchengladbach is just around the corner. After a great comeback from the 2nd Bundesliga, where they had played for a year, 1. FC Köln have now collected an impressive 14 points from nine games and are currently in a solid seventh place in the Bundesliga. The next match could be a decisive one for the Billy Goats, who want to keep Gladbach within eleven points with a win bundesliga.com reported.
The latest results give the people of Cologne additional tailwind. In their last meeting they defeated Hamburger SV 4-1, which increased the team's motivation under coach Lukas Kwasniok, who preaches attacking football. Florian Kainz emphasizes the importance of the derby and emphasizes that the team's unbroken fighting spirit will be crucial. Ragnar Ache and Ísak Jóhannesson also emphasize the unpredictability of such games and the need to work hard to ensure success.
The derby history
The conflict between Cologne and Gladbach has a long history. The first derby took place on September 10, 1950, which ended with a memorable 6-2 for Cologne. In the history of the Bundesliga, the two teams have now played against each other 98 times, with Gladbach slightly ahead in the overall record with 52 wins. Still, the rivalry is alive and well and is viewed as the highlight of the season by fans and players alike bundesliga.com explained.
The last derby took place on March 9, 2024 and ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw. These games bring not only sporting rivalry but also a strong cultural element that goes beyond the football field.
The national team and its Cologne representatives
Another bright spot for FC Cologne is the nomination of Saïd El Mala for the German national team by national coach Julian Nagelsmann. In nine Bundesliga appearances, El Mala scored four goals and provided one assist. This shows not only his personal ability, but also the strength of the Cologne squad, which is increasingly coming into focus.
The challenges for FC Cologne will not diminish in the coming weeks. The Rhenish derby is just around the corner and the hope of another win could not only consolidate the league position but also boost the team's confidence, as the fans would like. Because in games like this it's not just about points, but about pride and identity on the football field.