Cologne's promotion in close proximity: over 300,000 tickets in demand!

Cologne's promotion in close proximity: over 300,000 tickets in demand!

Ticket sales for the last home game of 1. FC Köln against 1. FC Kaiserslautern on May 18, 2025 triggered an extraordinary interest. Over 300,000 tickets could have been sold theoretically, which illustrates the enormous demand for the game. The RheinEnergieStadion, with a capacity of 50,000 seats, would theoretically have been filled six times. The 1st FC Köln recorded around 200,000 ticket inquiries on the day of the pre -sale start, exclusively by club members. This shows the enthusiasm of the fans - especially in the hope of the upcoming promotion to the Bundesliga.

The situation around the ticketing became even more dramatic when over 100,000 people were queue for the away contingent of Kaiserslautern. Only 50,000 Cologne fans were able to get a ticket while 95,000 Lauterer left empty. This incomparable demand is not only proof of the passionate support of the Cologne supporters, but also for the importance of the game, which could possibly represent the crowning of the season with the rise to the Bundesliga.

status of the teams before the game

The 1st FC Köln showed a strong performance in the current season and a four-point cushion on the pursuer, 1. FC Kaiserslautern. To ensure the climb, the FC needs a maximum of six points from the remaining three games. In view of the results of the last games, however, the pressure has increased: In the last game, the Cologne team lost 0-1 against Hanover, which leaves the climb on the brink.

In order to secure their place in the Bundesliga, the Cologne team must win against Jahn Regensburg and Nuremberg. Coach Gerhard Struber remains optimistic, but emphasizes that the team has the situation in his own hands. Goalkeeper Marvin Schwäbe explained that the team was stable and experienced and that there is no pressure through the lead. The fans firmly believe in successfully completing the season and the associated second division championship.

Kaiserslautern on the advance

The 1. FC Kaiserslautern, currently the table seventh, seems to have gained momentum again after the discharge of coach Markus. Under the new coach Torsten Lieberknecht, the team was able to celebrate an important victory against Schalke 04. However, the gap to the leaders of Cologne is still five points, which also underlines the importance of the upcoming game.

The packed grandstands and the burning passion of the supporters of both teams promise an exciting duel in the RheinEnergieStadion. The 1. FC Köln can put the whole city in a party mood if you can secure the promotion to the Bundesliga before the last match day. The clear focus is on the upcoming games that will be crucial for the success of the season.