FC Cologne and Mainz 05 square off at RheinEnergieSTADION at 3:30 PM Jan 17, 2026, with momentum, pride, and points at stake in the Bundesliga.

FC Cologne are under pressure to rediscover form after a difficult run. Mainz 05 will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, FC Cologne hold the edge with 3 wins to Mainz 05's 2 in 10 meetings. 5 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw FC Cologne edged it 0-1.

This one promises fireworks — expect full intensity from both sides as the season enters a crucial stretch.