Who will lead the attack in the derby? Pick Cologne's starting XI now
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Bundesliga article inviting fans to predict Cologne's starting lineup for the Rhineland derby against Borussia Mönchengladbach.
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Attributed to original sourceAfter three consecutive games without a win, Cologne are looking to get back to winning ways. A derby win could also push their rivals from the Lower Rhine even deeper into crisis and, in the process, spoil the debut of new coach Alexander Blessin .
René Wagner will have to reshuffle his defense, as starting right-back Alessio Castro-Montes is out due to a muscle injury. However, Sebastian Sebulonsen is ready to step in as his replacement.
At left-back, Borna Sosa could potentially push Gideon Mensah to the bench.
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What happened
The Bundesliga's official site has published an interactive piece asking supporters to select Cologne's starting XI for the upcoming derby against Borussia Mönchengladbach. The article poses the key question of who will lead the attack, with Wagner mentioned as a candidate or notable option. It serves as a fan-engagement editorial ahead of the Rhineland derby fixture, previewing the tactical choices facing Cologne's coaching staff.
Chance analysis
Cologne's derby against Borussia Mönchengladbach always carries extra weight in the Rhineland rivalry, and the spotlight on the attacking line is well-placed: Cologne have been searching for consistent goalscoring threat this season. Fan-engagement pieces like this also offer a window into the squad's current options and the likely shape the coach is considering, even when the final eleven is not yet confirmed.
Cologne's starting XI for the Gladbach derby remains unconfirmed, with attacking options under particular scrutiny.