1. FC Köln and SC Paderborn Promoted to Bundesliga
Cologne's quick return to Bundesliga
1. FC Koln secured a return to the Bundesliga after just one season in the second division, finishing second in the 2. Bundesliga with 65 points.
Cologne finished the season strongly, winning their last five matches, including a 3-1 victory over Holstein Kiel on the final day.
Anthony Modeste was Cologne's top scorer with 20 goals, while Mark Uth and Jan Thielmann also chipped in with 10 goals each.
Paderborn's remarkable rise
Joining Cologne in the Bundesliga is SC Paderborn, who finished third in the 2. Bundesliga with 61 points.
Paderborn's promotion is a remarkable achievement, considering they were playing in the third division just three years ago.
The club has been on a steady upward trajectory in recent years, and their promotion to the Bundesliga is a testament to the hard work of everyone involved.
What does this mean for the Bundesliga?
The promotion of Cologne and Paderborn will add two new faces to the Bundesliga next season.
Cologne is a traditional Bundesliga club, and their return will be welcomed by many fans.
Paderborn is a smaller club, but they have a passionate fanbase, and they will be looking to make an impact in the Bundesliga.
Here are some additional details about the promotion race:
- Cologne finished the season with a record of 19 wins, 8 draws, and 9 losses.
- Paderborn finished the season with a record of 16 wins, 13 draws, and 7 losses.
- Both Cologne and Paderborn finished the season with a better record than Greuther Furth, who finished first in the 2. Bundesliga.
- Furth will play in the Bundesliga next season as well, after winning the promotion play-off.
Conclusion
The promotion of Cologne and Paderborn to the Bundesliga is a great story for both clubs.
Cologne is a traditional Bundesliga club, and their return will be welcomed by many fans.
Paderborn is a smaller club, but they have a passionate fanbase, and they will be looking to make an impact in the Bundesliga.
