Highlights

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Kainz praises Cologne

The Billy-Goats' two-goal hero was thrilled his team could emerge victorious in the Derby in front of their own fans.
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Full-time: Cologne 3-1 Gladbach

Effzeh are off the mark this campaign as they clinch their first Bundesliga win! Florian Kainz's penalty in the first 10 minutes set them on their way and, although Nico Elvedi levelled things up from the spot, Kainz netted again from 12 yards - at the second attempt - to restore his side's lead. That strike came after Manu Koné's red card, and Cologne further made use of the one-man advantage in the 90th minute, when Luca Waldschmidt fired beyond Moritz Nicolas via the post.
Full-time
90'
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Waldschmidt secures all three points!

The Germany international has been heavily involved throughout, and he finally has the goal his endeavour deserves. It's a well-taken strike, too, as he guides a low shot into the bottom corner off the post.
90'
Luca Waldschmidt
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
6 %
Shot speed
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Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
101.35 km/h
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
20.04 m
90'

Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes

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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
2.
Florian Neuhaus
Florian Neuhaus30.03km/h
3.
Alassane Pléa
Alassane Pléa30.03km/h
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Kainz to the rescue!

He got a little bit of luck, but that's just what you need sometimes!
86'

Waldschmidt denied!

The forward connects with the ball well on the edge of the area, but it is too close to Nicolas, who parries the ball away.
83'

Hack header saved

Schwäbe makes an easy stop to keep out Hack's header. Gladbach are still pushing for a point, but they will need to threaten more than that.
80'

Can Cologne hold on?

10 minutes stand between Baumgart's men and a first win of the campaign!
77'

Kainz scores again!

Cologne are in front once more! Nicolas is beaten to the ball by Waldschmidt and catches the striker with his fist, leaving Aytekin with no choice to but to point from the spot. Initially, Kainz decided to go with a panenka, which was saved by the shot-stopper. However, the goalkeeper was off his line, giving Die Geißböcke a reprieve and, from the retake, the skipper makes no mistake.
76'
Florian Kainz
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
77 %
Shot speed
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Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
86.03 km/h
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
11 m
75'
Video Assistant RefereeVideo Assistant Referee
SituationPenalty
ReviewOffence by goalkeeper?
DecisionRetake Penalty
74'
Video Assistant RefereeVideo Assistant Referee
SituationPenalty
ReviewFoul?
DecisionPenalty
72'

Koné sent off!

Another twist in this encounter! Koné's late, studs-up challenge on Ljubičić is initially given a yellow card but, following a VAR review, the Frenchman receives his marching orders.
70'
Video Assistant RefereeVideo Assistant Referee
SituationNo red card
ReviewFoul?
DecisionRed card
68'

Selke heads wide

The striker can't direct his header goalwards from a promising position.
64'

Gladbach back on level terms!

The visitors equalise with their first effort on target! Honorat's corner is pinpoint, and Elvedi directs its home to restore parity. Just under 30 minutes to go - can they find a winner?
63'

Nico Elvedi

GOAL!

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Nico Elvedi
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
21 %
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
6.01 m
58'

Cologne still on top

Baumgart's men have been by far the more dangerous, but only have one goal to show for it so far.
Goal attempts
8off target
5on target
2off target
0on target
51'

Honorat wayward

The Frenchman has now had both of Gladbach's shots in this match, as he hammers a free-kick from distance well wide of the post.
46'

Here we go again!

45 minutes left in this one!
Kick-off!
45'
+ 4

Substitution

45'
+ 4

Substitution

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Half-time: Cologne 1-0 Gladbach

The hosts are one ahead at the break, and they undoubtedly deserve it! In the end, the only goal of the game came from the penalty spot via Florian Kainz, but Timo Hübers and Luca Waldschmidt both hit the post as Effzeh dominated from start to the finish. Plenty of work for Gladbach to do after the break.
Half-time
42'

Nicolas saves Gladbach!

Gladbach are riding their luck here! For the second time, Cologne hit the post, but Nicolas is the hero, getting a fingertip to Waldschmidt's low attempt from outside the box to push it onto the woodwork.
41'

Less than 5 minutes to go

Cologne will be looking to protect their lead going into the interval.
35'

Waldschmidt shoots wide

The low drive was mishit and also lacked the power to beat Nicolas even if his effort had been more accurate.
34'

Gladbach trailing again

Die Fohlen have been behind in seven of their eight league games this season. The only positive so far here is that they are only trailing by one - there is still plenty of time to turn this around.
30'

Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes

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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
2.
Florian Neuhaus
Florian Neuhaus30.03km/h
3.
Alassane Pléa
Alassane Pléa30.03km/h
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Ljubičić thwarted

The central midfielder does well to direct a volley goalwards, but it is ultimately a comfortable save for Nicolas.
24'

One-way traffic

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xGoals
The xGoals value of a club is calculated from the sum of all goal probabilities (goals and shots on goal) of that team. During a match, it’s easy to see whether the club is performing better than expected (goals > xGoals) - or maybe even higher (xGoals > goals).
The xG tells the story of this match so far - Cologne are well on top.
xGoals
1
1.56
0.07
0
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22'

First sight of goal

Gladbach fire a shot of in anger for the first time this match, but Honorat can't trouble Schwäbe between the Cologne sticks.
21'

Maina curls wide

The 24-year-old has been a livewire early on here, and although his effort flies wide of the post, it is another warning sign for the visitors.
18'

Ljubičić denied!

Another effort for Effzeh, but the Austrian's effort is deflected behind for a corner.
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Kainz keeps his calm

The captain has now scored all six of his Bundesliga penalties.
13'

Bar!

The next opening falls to Chabot, who hits the crossbar with a header from Paqarada's cross. A brilliant opening quarter of an hour from the hosts!
11'

Maina fires goalwards

Cologne have the bit between their teeth here as they look to drive home their advantage. Linton Maina tries his luck from outside the area and, although Nicolas gets down well to save and hold, Seoane will be unhappy with the space the midfielder was afforded.
9'

Cologne take the lead

Referee Deniz Aytekin points to the penalty spot as Koné handles Waldschmidt's shot on the edge of the penalty area. From the resulting spot-kick, Kainz keeps his cool in a pressure situation to give his side a crucial lead!
9'
Florian Kainz
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
77 %
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
11 m
7'
Video Assistant RefereeVideo Assistant Referee
SituationNo penalty
ReviewInside penalty area?
DecisionPenalty
5'

First chance of the encounter

Cologne have the first chance, as Hübers gets on the end of a corner, but he is unable to find the target. Promising starts from the hosts thought!
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Underway

After a short delay, we're up and running!
Kick-off!

Under 15 minutes to go!

Not long before these two fierce rivals go to battle!
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Cologne team news

Steffen Baumgart, meanwhile, introduces two fresh faces to the team that lost 3-0 to Bayer Leverkusen last time out - Maina and Waldschmidt come in for Huseinbašić and Alidou.
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Gladbach team news

Gerardo Seoane makes three changes to the side that drew 2-2 with Mainz before the international break. Itakura, Reitz and Jordan make way - the former misses out due to an ankle injury, while the latter duo drop down to the bench - with Friedrich, Koné and Čvančara coming in to take their places.

Cologne starting XI

Schwäbe - Carstensen, Hübers, Chabot, Paqarada - Martel, Ljubičić, Maina, Waldschmidt, Kainz - Selke

Cologne subs

Köbbing, Heintz, Kilian, Schmitz, Alidou, Huseinbašić, Olesen, Uth, Tigges

Gladbach starting XI

Nicolas - Elvedi, Friedrich, Wöber - Weigl, Honorat, Neuhaus, Koné, Netz - Čvančara, Pléa

Gladbach subs

Olschowsky, Chiarodia, Scally, Hack, Kramer, Ngoumou, Reitz, Herrmann, Jordan
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Baumgart's view on Gladbach

"[The derby] is the most emotional game in this region. This game speaks for itself. We have to be focused, be clear in what we do. But we want three points and will do everything to make that happen. They play an intense game and are strong in the transition. We're pretty evenly matched."
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Seoane's view on Cologne

"Cologne play with lots of energy and attacking dynamism. The way they press high up the pitch doesn't make it easy for their opponents to build up in an orderly fashion. We need to find solutions to counter this pressing. You need to be able to play in different ways in order to cope in Cologne. Our focus is on bringing our quality to the pitch in all phases of the game. We want to show our physical strengths and our footballing quality on the pitch."

Joint message for peace

The DFL has recommended a minute's silence in the Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2 to remember all innocent victims and their relatives after the devastating events in the Middle East. With this joint effort, the DFL and DFB would like to send a common message from German football for peace. Football is a sport that brings people together, which is why we all stand up for peaceful coexistence, respect and tolerance. A fortnight ago, the terrorist attack by Hamas on the people of Israel and the State of Israel began. The DFL is shocked by this terrible attack and the events in the region.
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Probable line-ups

Who’s set to play this weekend? Who’s going to miss out? Keep up to date with all the latest team news right here!
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Cologne looking to turn the tide

To say this has been a difficult start to the campaign for the Billy-Goats would be an understatement. They currently sit bottom of the Bundesliga table, while their current tally of one point from the first seven games is their worst record in Bundesliga history.
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Watch: Cologne 0-0 Gladbach - previous meeting

There was nothing between the sides back in April. Across 96 Bundesliga meetings to date, Gladbach lead the series with 52 wins to Cologne's 27. Seventeen have ended all square.
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Watch: Leverkusen 3-0 Cologne - highlights

Cologne are even worse off than Rhine rivals Gladbach. A heavy defeat to neighbours and Bundesliga leaders Leverkusen leaves them bottom, with a single point to show for their efforts after seven rounds of fixtures.
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Watch: Gladbach 2-2 Mainz - highlights

Substitute Joe Scally scored a superb late equaliser against Mainz on Matchday 7. The result means the Foals resume their season with just two points between them and relegation zone, and having won only once in the league since Gerardo Seoane took charge.
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