FC Köln defeated SC Freiburg 1-0 in their latest Bundesliga match on Sunday, securing their place in the top flight for another season.
The game was played at the RheinEnergieStadion in Cologne and saw both teams compete fiercely throughout. However, it was FC Köln who emerged victorious thanks to a goal from substitute Modeste.
Modeste scored his first Bundesliga goal since January 2020, coming off the bench in the 88th minute to secure all three points for his team.
This result means that FC Köln will be returning to the top tier of German football for the upcoming season, while SC Freiburg will have to look for ways to avoid relegation next term.
Despite their defeat, SC Freiburg coach Markus Gisdol praised his players for their efforts during the game, saying: "We put up a good fight, but we just couldn't get over the line."
Overall, it was a solid performance by FC Köln, with Modeste's late goal proving to be the difference between the two sides. The victory is a major boost for the club, as they continue to push towards their goal of winning the Bundesliga title.