17 April 2026 at 18:30
Match Summary
FC St. Pauli and 1. FC Köln drew 1:1. The match was played in Bundesliga 2025. Goals were scored by K. Mets 69′, L. Waldschmidt 86′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. FC St. Pauli had 48% possession while 1. FC Köln held 52%. FC St. Pauli had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 10 (1 on target) for 1. FC Köln. Expected goals: FC St. Pauli 2.01 — 1. FC Köln 1.33. FC St. Pauli made 3 substitutions, 1. FC Köln made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Jakub Kamiński 84′).
Match Events
Key match events between FC St. Pauli and 1. FC Köln — 2 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Wahl
Penalty
Match Statistics
FC St. Pauli had 48% possession against 1. FC Köln's 52%. FC St. Pauli registered 14 shots (6 on target) while 1. FC Köln managed 10 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 8–5. Fouls committed: 6–2.
Lineups
FC St. Pauli lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, while 1. FC Köln deployed a 4-4-2.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC St. Pauli is 6.70, compared to 6.85 for 1. FC Köln. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. FC St. Pauli's highest-rated starter is Nikola Vasilj (7.11), while 1. FC Köln's best-rated player is Marvin Schwabe (7.25).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of FC St. Pauli have contributed 14 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Danel Sinani (5G). 1. FC Köln's starters account for 32 goals and 18 assists, spearheaded by Said El Mala (11G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
FC St. Pauli deploy 3 defenders rated 6.69 on average, against 1. FC Köln's 4-man backline averaging 6.68. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
FC St. Pauli field 4 midfielders averaging 6.67, versus 1. FC Köln's 4 rated 6.89. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
FC St. Pauli start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 2 for 1. FC Köln averaging 6.88. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 75% for FC St. Pauli and 77% for 1. FC Köln. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
FC St. Pauli's starters have collected 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 39 for 1. FC Köln. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of FC St. Pauli's starting XI is 28.1 (youngest: Arkadiusz Pyrka (23), oldest: Karol Mets (32)), while 1. FC Köln average 24.1 (youngest: Said El Mala (19), oldest: Marvin Schwabe (30)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
FC St. Pauli's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 24 for 1. FC Köln. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC St. Pauli have recorded 0 wins, 3 draws and 3 defeats. 1. FC Köln show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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FC St. Pauli vs 1. FC Köln Head to Head Results
FC St. Pauli and 1. FC Köln have met 9 times — FC St. Pauli won 1, 1. FC Köln won 6, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. 1. FC Köln leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 9 meetings. A combined 27 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (8 for the home side, 19 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (33%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (56%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. 1. FC Köln are currently unbeaten in the last 7 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–5 in 2018.
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