Ultimately, finished the group stage with 8 points, while Slovacko ended their European campaign at the bottom of the group with 5 points. For the Czech side, these matches remain a proud chapter of competing against one of Germany’s most historic clubs. History: Slovácko 0-1 Köln | Stats
A late 82nd-minute penalty converted by gave Cologne a slim 1-0 victory, effectively sealing their head-to-head dominance in Group D. Head-to-Head Snapshot Match Date Top Performer Sep 15, 2022 FC Köln 4 - 2 Slovacko Dejan Ljubicic (2 goals) Oct 27, 2022 Uherske Hradiste Slovacko 0 - 1 FC Köln Filip Nguyen (7.8 rating) Slovacko vs FC Cologne
The rematch in Uherske Hradiste on October 27, 2022, was a much tighter affair. Despite resilient defense and a standout performance by goalkeeper Filip Nguyen , who earned "Player of the Match" honors, they couldn't find the net. Ultimately, finished the group stage with 8 points,
Their first meeting on September 15, 2022, was a rollercoaster at the RheinEnergieStadion. initially dominated with a 2-0 lead through Sargis Adamyan and Florian Dietz . However, Slovacko mounted a spirited second-half comeback with goals from Jan Kalabiška and Milan Petržela to level the score at 2-2. Head-to-Head Snapshot Match Date Top Performer Sep 15,
The home side eventually pulled away as secured a brace, including a decisive penalty, to end the night 4-2. The Gritty Return Leg