He celebrated his 99th birthday on June 25. On March 6, 1945, as a tank gunner, Smoyer fired the first shot in the key battle of Cologne. His crew defeated a feared German Panther tank.

Cologne has demonstrated a relatively stable form lately, showcasing a solid defense. However, their struggle for offensive continuity has raised concerns among fans. In sharp contrast, Darmstadt is ...

Cologne currently stands as the 'pioneer of promotion' in Bundesliga 2, sitting proudly in second place. Their recent 1-0 away victory against Ulm has breathed new life into their campaign, marking ...

Cologne sank even further into the Bundesliga relegation zone after they were stunned at home 2-0 by bottom club Darmstadt on Saturday. Darmstadt found the breakthrough in the 57th minute after ...