Match between SV 09 and 1. FC Köln taking place at Belkaw Arena
On July 12, 2025, the football match between SV Bergisch Gladbach 09 and 1. FC Köln took place at the BELKAW Arena, with a crowd of around 5,000 fans in attendance. The match was a REWE test friendly, marking the beginning of the new seasons for both clubs.
The game was a memorable one for 1. FC Köln, as they secured a clear victory, ending the match with a score of 8:1. Key highlights from the game included Linton Maina scoring a double for 1. FC Köln, and new signing Ragnar Ache scoring his debut goal just 30 seconds after coming onto the pitch.
Despite the heavy defeat, SV Bergisch Gladbach 09 played well and made positive publicity for their club. The Geißböcke scored three consecutive goals between the 14th and 18th minutes, making it 3:0. Claudio Heider scored a long-range goal for SV Bergisch Gladbach 09 to make it 1:3, but it was not enough to prevent the defeat.
The match was well-organised by SV 09, with a colorful framework program provided by the partners BELKAW, Kreissparkasse Köln, and KRÜGER GROUP. The fans and Nullneuner (SV Bergisch Gladbach 09 supporters) will remember the match as a great day, filled with excitement and a lively atmosphere, thanks to the performances of the Kölsche band Klüngelköpp before the kick-off.
The event also saw the presentation of the SV 09 special team, the team for people with disabilities, adding a meaningful touch to the football festival at the Belkaw Arena. Despite the loss, this friendly match served as a significant experience for the SV Bergisch Gladbach 09 squad, providing them with a major opportunity to play against a Bundesliga team in front of a full stadium.
The match took place under bright sunshine, with no advertisements found in the paragraphs. Ragnar Ache, Etienne Borrie, Fayssal Harchaoui, and Luca Waldschmidt scored additional goals for 1. FC Köln after the break, securing their dominant victory. A big thank you was given to 1. FC Köln, REWE, BELKAW, Kreissparkasse Köln, KRÜGER GROUP, and all the fans who created an incredible atmosphere.
During the summer of 2025, European leagues witnessed a thrilling REWE test friendly between SV Bergisch Gladbach 09 and 1. FC Köln at the BELKAW Arena. On this day, 1. FC Köln displayed an impressive performance, securing a convincing 8:1 victory.
