FC Köln's Isak Johannesson scored two goals in the DFB-Pokal match against Würzburger Kickers in Würzburg, securing a 2:1 win for his team. The match took place on a Monday evening, which was seen as unusual by Köln's fans. Würzburg's defense was well-organized, limiting Köln's creativity and tempo. Köln had more possession and early chances, including a header by Ragnar Ache in the 8th minute saved by Marko Rajkovacic. Würzburg's goalkeeper Rajkovacic made several key saves to keep the game open. Köln's fans protested the Monday evening scheduling by throwing tennis balls onto the pitch. Said El Mala had multiple chances, including a shot in the 27th minute and a pass to Bülter in the 28th minute. Bülter missed a clear chance in the 45th minute. Köln's equalizer came from Johannesson in the 62nd minute after a scramble in the box. Johannesson's second goal in the 77th minute was initially ruled offside but allowed after review. René Wagner is the coach of FC Köln. Thijs Dallinga and Linton Maina were substituted in for Köln in the late stages. Maina assisted Johannesson's second goal. Würzburg hit the post in stoppage time through Liam Omore. Würzburg plays in the 3. Liga (third division), while Köln plays in the Bundesliga (top division). Gideon Mensah is a new signing for Köln and played in defense. Tim Kraus provided the assist for Würzburg's goal. Marko Rajkovacic is Würzburg's goalkeeper and made several key saves. The match took place at Würzburg's home venue. Isak Johannesson said: "The first round in the cup is always difficult." David Abrangao said: "It went quite quickly. The flank came and I was simply in the right place." The match was an important success for Köln, which plays in the Bundesliga. Köln's last result was a 5:1 loss to Bayern München on May 16, 2026. In the last four games, Köln has not won any, but has lost four. Köln's current form is therefore very weak. Köln's coach René Wagner must now consider how to build the team to be successful in the Bundesliga. You can check Köln's upcoming fixtures on our fixtures page.