Overview

• 1. FC Köln has been fined €316,400 by the DFB for four cases of unsporting fan behavior, primarily involving pyrotechnics.
• The fine includes penalties for incidents on December 4, 2024, and subsequent matches in December 2024, January 2025, and February 2025.
• A 50% reduction in the main penalty was granted after two individuals responsible for pyrotechnic use were identified by the club.
• Up to €105,500 of the fine can be redirected toward security or violence prevention measures, provided proper documentation is submitted by December 31, 2025.
• The DFB warns that further incidents could lead to stricter sanctions beyond financial penalties, including potential additional restrictions.