A dark day in Köln history. They were relegated for the 5th time in 14 years after losing 4-1 to Bayern on the final matchday.  It was also local favorite Lukas Podolski’s final match for the club.  Supporters frustration showed as several smoke bombs were lit towards the end, forcing the referee to suspend the match before the final whistle.  

A certain Mrs. Podolski feeding her son when he was still living at home.  Things haven’t changed that much over the years. 

Lukas Podolski in 3D!  Don’t ask….

German football “prodigy”, Köln’s Lukas Podolski and his alter ego.

A 17-year old Lukas Podolski showing off his love for both his home town club 1. FC. Köln and Spanish giants Barcelona. 

Broussia Dortmund’s Thomas Rosicky against Köln’s Lukas Podolski in the 2005/06 season.  The match ended 0-0 and Köln were relegated at the end of the season.