Overview
- The 26-year-old converted Jan Schöppner’s cross with a falling back-heel often likened to a scorpion kick.
- Heidenheim twice took the lead in snowy conditions using an orange ball before Köln earned a 2–2 draw.
- Pieringer told Sky he realized it was a “crazy goal” and said he was thrilled it went in.
- The strike drew wide social-media attention and could be nominated for Germany’s Goal of the Month.
- After missing much of the season following ankle surgery, Pieringer now has two league goals and is expected to feature in Tuesday’s trip to Mainz.