Cologne's Kainz scores a free kick goal after 15 years - a dream comes true!

Cologne's Kainz scores a free kick goal after 15 years - a dream comes true!

A brilliant day for 1. FC Köln! On November 3, 2025, the billy goats celebrated a remarkable 4-1 victory over Hamburger SV, which was clearly influenced by Florian Kainz (32). Kainz scored the second goal for his team in the game - and in an impressive way: with a direct free kick in the 48th minute. It was a historic moment for the Austrian winger as it was his first free-kick goal after 15 years in professional football. This fact underlines how extraordinary this goal was.

Kainz, who was born in Graz and started his career at Sturm Graz in 2010, has now had an impressive career behind him. After stints at Rapid Vienna and Werder Bremen, he came to 1. FC Köln in 2019. During this time he scored 26 goals in a total of 197 games, and the free kick against HSV marked another highlight in his career. Isak Johannesson (22) originally wanted to take the free kick, but Kainz was able to convince him to take the scepter into his own hands.

A new start for Kainz

The path to this success was not always easy for the talented midfielder. Before the start of the season, Kainz was told that he would be used primarily as a joker. However, the game against HSV was his first starting eleven this season. Kainz commented on the new situation and emphasized that he had accepted his role in the team well. Coach Lukas Kwasniok praised his performance and hoped that Kainz wouldn't have to wait so long for another free kick goal.

The life of a footballer is always characterized by ups and downs. But Kainz shows that he has a good hand and is ready to give everything for his team. With his impressive goal, he not only made a decisive contribution to the victory, but also brought a lot of joy to the fans.

Career and achievements

Florian Kainz's career is peppered with successes. He made his debut in Sturm Graz's professional team in 2010 and has since played for various teams, including Werder Bremen, where he played 52 games, and Rapid Vienna. In his nine years in German football he has gained a lot of experience and is now a leading player at Cologne. He was named captain in July 2023, highlighting his importance to the team. Kainz is also active in the national team and was able to celebrate his first goal in 2023.

His name, Florian, means something like “blooming” and “vital” and comes from ancient Rome. This suits Kainz perfectly, who always inspires fans and teammates with his style of play and commitment. In the future, it will be exciting to see what other highlights and successes the Graz native can achieve.

With such a strong performance, Florian Kainz is well on his way to winning the hearts of FC Köln fans - and perhaps there will soon be another free kick goal that will get the fans shouting loudly.

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