1. FC Köln Parts Ways with Kwasniok: René Wagner’s Succession – A Bold and Risky Move

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Der 1. FC Köln hat sich von seinem Trainer Lukas Kwasniok getrennt. Die Freistellung erfolgte im Anschluss an das 3:3-Unentschieden im rheinischen Derby gegen Borussia Mönchengladbach. Für kicker-Reporter Jim Decker stellt die Entscheidung, den bisherigen Assistenten René Wagner als Nachfolger zu installieren, eine bemerkenswert mutige Wahl dar, die, so seine Einschätzung, eine “ordentliche Portion Risiko” birgt.

English Translation:

1. FC Köln has announced the dismissal of its head coach, Lukas Kwasniok. His release followed the 3-3 draw in the Rhine derby against Borussia Mönchengladbach. According to kicker reporter Jim Decker, the decision to install his former assistant, René Wagner, as the successor represents a remarkably bold choice, carrying what he describes as “an appreciable amount of risk.”

Gareth Pemberton
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