Florian Badstübner is set to referee the match between 1. FC Köln and Eintracht Frankfurt, marking his tenth officiation involving Köln. The previous encounters have not been favorable for the Köln club.
Struggles for 1. FC Köln
Köln has faced challenges under Badstübner’s watch. In their last meeting in September 2023, they managed a 1-0 lead against Frankfurt, only to concede a late equalizer. This draw could have altered their season’s trajectory if they had clinched victory.
During the match, Köln received a penalty after a foul on Eric Martel, which Florian Kainz converted. However, their performance dipped in subsequent games, highlighted by a disappointing 1-5 loss to RB Leipzig in March 2024.
Badstübner’s Refereeing Record
- Matches officiated for Köln: 10
- Matches lost: 5
- Goals conceded: 21
- Victories in other competitions: 2 (both in cup matches against lower-division teams)
In contrast, Eintracht Frankfurt has a stronger record with Badstübner. They have won six out of their ten matches officiated by him. Their successful history includes recent games in the Bundesliga where Badstübner was at the center of controversial decisions.
Notably, he was involved in a decisive moment during a match between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig, where a goal was controversially disallowed after a VAR review prompted by players’ protests.
Looking Ahead
As Köln prepares to face Frankfurt again, the team is eager to break their streak of underwhelming results. Head coach Steffen Baumgart remains hopeful but aware of the challenges that lie ahead.
Footage and highlights from this matchup will be closely monitored, especially given the significance of this tenth encounter for both teams.
