Bundesliga Regular Season - 7
1. FC Köln 1 - 1 FT FC Augsburg
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Anton Kade 7'
Kristijan Jakić 20'
HT
↓ E. Saad ↑A. Claude-Maurice 46'
F. Rieder 54'
59' ↓ D. Heintz ↑S. El Mala
59' ↓ L. Waldschmidt ↑M. Bulter
64' Jan Thielmann
74' ↓ J. Thielmann ↑F. Kainz
74' ↓ S. Sebulonsen ↑D. Huseinbasic
74' ↓ K. Lund ↑R. Ache
76' S. El Mala (M. Bulter)
↓ M. Komur ↑P. Tietz 77'
↓ F. Rieder ↑S. Essende 85'
↓ N. Banks ↑C. Zesiger 85'
↓ A. Kade ↑M. Wolf 90'+6
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
1. FC Köln
Goalkeepers
M. Schwabe 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
J. Schmied
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
T. Hubers 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
1
Blocks
D. Heintz 
FRIENDLY FIRE
0
Mistake
0
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.2
Rating
Midfielders
S. Sebulonsen 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
I. Johannesson 
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
63
Passes
10
Duels
E. Martel
MAGNET
88
Activity
88
Activity
64
Passes
24
Duels
K. Lund 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
L. Waldschmidt
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
59
Total Mins
59
Entry
J. Kaminski 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
27%
Pass Acc
J. Thielmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
74
Total Mins
74
Entry
BENCH
R. Zieler 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
C. Ozkacar
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
L. Maina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. El Mala 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
F. Kainz
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
2
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
D. Huseinbasic 
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
3
Duels Won
100%
Win %
T. Krauss
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Bulter 
SUPER SUB
0
Impact
0
Impact
31
Minutes
6.7
Rating
R. Ache
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
FC Augsburg
Goalkeepers
F. Dahmen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
K. Jakic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Matsima 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
N. Banks
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Midfielders
A. Kade 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
15%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
R. Fellhauer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
H. Massengo
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
D. Giannoulis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
N. Labrovic
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
C. Zesiger
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Schlotterbeck
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Maier
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Claude-Maurice
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Wolf
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Essende
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Gharbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Tietz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2024 | FC Augsburg | 1 - 1 | 1. FC Köln | Bundesliga | WWK Arena |
| 04/11/2023 | 1. FC Köln | 1 - 1 | FC Augsburg | Bundesliga | Cologne Stadium |
| 08/04/2023 | FC Augsburg | 1 - 3 | 1. FC Köln | Bundesliga | WWK Arena |
| 16/10/2022 | 1. FC Köln | 3 - 2 | FC Augsburg | Bundesliga | RheinEnergieStadion |
| 30/04/2022 | FC Augsburg | 1 - 4 | 1. FC Köln | Bundesliga | WWK Arena |
| 10/12/2021 | 1. FC Köln | 0 - 2 | FC Augsburg | Bundesliga | RheinEnergieStadion |
| 23/04/2021 | FC Augsburg | 2 - 3 | 1. FC Köln | Bundesliga | WWK Arena |
| 02/01/2021 | 1. FC Köln | 0 - 1 | FC Augsburg | Bundesliga | RheinEnergieStadion |
| 07/06/2020 | FC Augsburg | 1 - 1 | 1. FC Köln | Bundesliga | WWK Arena |
31/03/2024
04/11/2023
08/04/2023
16/10/2022
30/04/2022
10/12/2021
23/04/2021
02/01/2021
07/06/2020
1. FC Köln Win
FC Augsburg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 7 GD: +23
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +7
P: 7 GD: +5
P: 7 GD: +2
P: 7 GD: +1
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: 0
P: 7 GD: -3
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -2
P: 7 GD: -4
P: 7 GD: -5
P: 7 GD: -6
P: 7 GD: -7
P: 7 GD: -9
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +56
P: 19 GD: +21
P: 20 GD: +20
P: 20 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -16
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -16
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
El Mala's Impact Rescues Cologne from Home Defeat Against Augsburg
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 45/100. A six-pointer that hinged on two lead changes exposed Cologne's vulnerability: they should have beaten a struggling Augsburg side, but it took a substitute's intervention to salvage a point.
Rieder's Penalty Rocks Cologne's Afternoon
RheinEnergieStadion witnessed a match of relentless intensity, one where Augsburg—sitting 13th with just one win in seven—came to disrupt Cologne's top-six ambitions. F. Rieder converted a penalty in the 54th minute with clinical precision, a moment that sent shockwaves through the home crowd. For an hour, the visitors looked the sharper outfit: eight shots from distance, disciplined defending, and a gameplan that worked. Cologne, by contrast, mustered only nine attempts and struggled to impose their 56% possession advantage.
The Super-Sub Turns the Tide
Then the balance shifted. Said El Mala, introduced in the 59th minute, needed just 17 minutes to rewrite the narrative. His 76th-minute finish, assisted by M. Bulter, wasn't merely an equaliser—it was a lifeline. Cologne suddenly controlled the tempo; Augsburg, despite their superior Expected Goals (1.12 to 0.58), couldn't find the killer blow. Eric Martel's commanding 7.6-rated display in midfield steadied the ship after the penalty shock, orchestrating Cologne's recovery with measured distribution and positioning.
Missed Opportunity for Cologne, Survival Point for Augsburg
Two lead changes exposed the stakes of this crunch match: Cologne, chasing European qualification, failed to capitalise against a relegation-form opponent. Augsburg's draw feels like a victory stolen from the jaws of defeat; Cologne's feels like two points left on the pitch. The hosts' 77% pass accuracy masked an inefficiency in the final third—they created little of genuine threat until the cavalry arrived. For Augsburg, this point keeps them breathing; for Cologne, it's a reminder that consistency against lesser sides remains elusive.
Key Questions
How did substitute Said El Mala change the game?
El Mala scored 17 minutes after entering play, levelling the match and sparking Cologne's resurgence. His goal broke Augsburg's resistance and shifted all momentum toward the hosts.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Offensive Fireworks Loom in Cologne
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 39/100. A tactical clash where defensive caution is likely to be abandoned in favor of high-octane transitional play.
The Setup
1. FC Köln welcomes FC Augsburg to the RheinEnergieStadion for a fixture defined by statistical volatility. The **Stakes** might be mid-table, but a combined average of 4.2 goals per match suggests a lack of defensive **Balance**. Köln relies on the elite **Form** of Marius Bülter, who carries a massive 9.2 average rating into this clash, while Augsburg counters with the youthful clinical edge of their midfield.
Key Battle
The individual brilliance of Said El Mala against the defensive resilience of Robin Fellhauer. El Mala's directness and ability to find space in the final third will test Fellhauer's positioning and recovery speed throughout the afternoon.
Our Prediction
Expect a chaotic exchange where neither side can fully exert control. Augsburg will rely on Finn Dahmen's shot-stopping to stay in the game, but the volume of chances created by Köln's wingers will be difficult to suppress. Augsburg’s counter-attacking threat through Mert Kömür ensures they stay dangerous. Final score: 2-2.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Absolutely. The 4.2 goals per game average makes this a neutral's dream.
What's the predicted outcome?
A high-scoring 2-2 draw as both defenses struggle to contain elite attackers.
Where are 1. FC Köln and FC Augsburg in the league table?
Köln sit 8th with 16 points; Augsburg are 13th with 13 points.
What is FC Augsburg's current form?
Inconsistent (WLWLL), showing flashes of brilliance mixed with defensive lapses.
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Mert Kömür (FC Augsburg) with 2 goals and 1 assist in 3 matches (7.6 rating).
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.