Cologne II
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1. Fußball-Club Köln 01/07 e. V. II, commonly known as simply 1. FC Köln II or 2. FC Köln, is a German football team based in Cologne. It is the reserve team of German association football club 1. FC Köln.
The team has qualified for the first round of the DFB-Pokal, the German Cup, seven times and managed to reach the second round, three times. The team currently plays in the fourth tier of German Football, the Regionalliga West.
History
Their biggest ever win was in May 2013 when they defeated MSV Duisburg II 9-0. In the 2001–02 season, the managed to win the Oberliga Nordrhein and was promoted to the Regionalliga Nord, but was then relegated back to it in the 2007–08 season. They joined the Regionalliga West in 2008 when the Oberliga Nordrhein became defunct and finished 8th in their first season.
They have played in the DFB-Pokal 10 times. The first ever time was in the 1976–77 season when they were knocked out in the first round by Hamburger SV. The most recent time playing in the cup was in the 2005–06 season when they were knocked out by Hannover 96 in the first round, in a 0-4 home loss.
Cologne II serves as a development team for young players looking to break into the first team squad. The team provides a platform for these players to gain valuable experience and showcase their talents in competitive matches.
Known for their strong youth academy and commitment to developing homegrown talent, Cologne II has produced several players who have gone on to have successful careers in professional soccer. The team plays their home matches at Franz-Kremer-Stadion, a historic stadium located in the heart of Cologne.
With a rich history and a strong emphasis on player development, Cologne II is a respected and competitive team in the German soccer landscape. Fans of the club can expect to see exciting and promising young talent on display as they strive to make their mark in the world of soccer.