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Köln Fans Unfurl First Anti-Kwasniok Banner as Winless Run Hits Seven

The club is seeking dialogue with ultras to address discontent over selections and form.

Overview

  • Supporters displayed a "KWASNI YOK" banner in the away end at Heidenheim, the first explicit message directed against coach Lukas Kwasniok.
  • The wording uses the Turkish term for "no," reflecting growing frustration after seven Bundesliga matches without a win since November 2.
  • Kwasniok said he did not see the banner during the match, had it translated, and intends to open communication while stressing that results are his response.
  • Multiple outlets report player dissatisfaction with roles and selection decisions, and a recent training camp reset did not deliver the desired turnaround.
  • Geissblog reports the club plans to reach out to the ultras for talks, with Bayern on Wednesday and Mainz on Saturday viewed as chances to calm tensions.