Bundesliga
7:30 p.mFebruary 27, 2026
Regular season – 24
WWK Arena
Referee: Tobias Welz, Germany
FC Augsburg
1. FC Cologne
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1.65
Expected Goals (xG)
0.48
Passing by
308 (79%)
Accurate passes
360 (82%)
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1
G
Marvin Schwabe (C)
6.2
39
d
Cenk Özkaçar
6.3
22
d
Jahmai Simpson-Pusey
7.0
33
d
Rav van den Berg
6.7
32
m
Christopher Lund
6.6
5
m
Tom Krauss
6.9
m
Eric Martel
31′ rough
16
m
Jakub Kamiński
6.9
30
F
Marius Bülter
6.6
7
F
Luca Waldschmidt
7.0
9
F
Ragnar Ache
6.7
Bundesliga classification – Bundesliga
Qualification/Relegation
- Champions League
- UEFA Europa League
- Conference League Standings
- Relegation Playoffs
- descent
FC Augsburg secured a vital 2-0 win over 1. FC Köln, with second-half goals from Rodrigo Ribeiro and Alexis Claude-Maurice propelling them into the Bundesliga.
FC Augsburg secured a vital 2-0 Bundesliga victory over 1. FC Köln at the WWK Arena on Friday evening. Second-half goals from Rodrigo Ribeiro and Alexis Claude-Maurice sealed a hard-fought victory for the home side, rewarding their persistent efforts.
Coming into the match, Augsburg sat comfortably in 10th place, enjoying a good run of form. Its recent results showed momentum. Meanwhile, the 1. FC Köln, just two places below them, have tried to improve their inconsistent league position and are moving away from the bottom half.
The match started with a remarkable physical intensity. Clear chances were few and far between in the early exchanges. The first yellow cards indicated the competitive nature of the game, with Augsburg midfielder H. Massengo booked in the 15th minute.
Köln tried to control possession, dictating the tempo during periods of the first half. However, Augsburg’s defense, led by Keven Schlotterbeck, held firm. Köln’s Eric Martel was also booked for a foul in the 31st minute, highlighting the midfield battle.
Although Köln had a slight advantage in possession, neither team really tested the opposing goalkeeper. Finn Dahmen in the Augsburg goal and his counterpart had relatively quiet first parts. The teams entered the break tied at 0-0.
The second half promised more attacking intent as both teams aimed for a crucial breakthrough. Augsburg needed to convert their chances. Köln tried to turn their possession into tangible scoring chances.
Augsburg started the second period with renewed vigor. Noahkai Banks received a yellow card shortly after the restart in the 47th minute. The tie was finally broken in the 55th minute by Rodrigo Ribeiro.
Ribeiro fired over from close range, converting an excellent pass from Banks. That opening goal fired up the WWK Arena crowd. Köln pushed for an equaliser, but Augsburg’s defense remained disciplined.
Cedric Zesiger received a yellow card in the 66th minute for a tackle. Köln coach Steffen Baumgart responded with a triple substitution. He looked to inject new life into the attack, bringing in fresh legs like Luca Waldschmidt.
Augsburg made tactical changes of their own. Substitute Alexis Claude-Maurice eventually secured victory for the home side. Yannik Keitel, another Augsburg substitute, received a yellow card in the 90+2 minute.
In the 96th minute of stoppage time, Claude-Maurice calmly scored Augsburg’s second goal. Fellow substitute Michael Gregoritsch provided the assist, confirming Augsburg’s comfortable 2-0 victory. This late strike extinguished any hope of a Köln comeback.
The statistics reinforced Augsburg’s efficient performance. They generated an expected goal number (xG) of 1.65 from 14 shots, with 4 on target. Köln, despite 54% possession, managed just 0.48 xG on 10 shots, with 3 on target. Goalkeeper Finn Dahmen made 3 crucial saves.
This vital win further consolidates Augsburg’s mid-table position, boosting their season ambitions. Meanwhile, Köln will need to address their lack of attacking penetration and goalscoring woes as they edge closer to the Bundesliga danger zone.
