# VfL Bochum Drew 1-1 with 1. FC Köln, Bochum Striker Scores, Köln Equalizes
In an thrilling encounter, VfL Bochum and 1. FC Köln shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw on Saturday. The match, which took place at the Von der Forst Arena in Bochum, saw both teams create chances but ultimately ended in a stalemate.
The first half was dominated by Bochum, who looked to press their advantage early. Their efforts paid off in the 15th minute when Bochum striker Anthony Modeste scored a clinical goal, putting them ahead. Modeste, who has been in fine form this season, fired a powerful shot into the bottom corner, leaving the Köln defense struggling to deal with the pace and precision of the attack.
Despite the early setback, Köln refused to back down. They responded with pressure, and their persistence bore fruit in the 41st minute when Jonas Hector converted a spot-kick. Hector, known for his leadership and set-piece expertise, slots the ball into the net after Bochum’s defense handled the ball in the box. The goal sent the away fans into a frenzy but also gave Bochum something to chase.
The second half saw both teams probing for a winner, but the defenses held firm. Bochum had several opportunities to take the lead, with Modeste again leading the charge, but the Köln goalkeeper Marvin Schwäbe was equal to the task. Meanwhile, Köln’s attack continued to threat, with Hector and debutant Dejan Savić combining well to create chances.
As the clock ticked down, it became clear that neither side wanted to settle for a point. However, neither could find a breakthrough, and the match ended in a 1-1 draw. Both teams will take pride in their performances, but Bochum will be frustrated not to have converted their dominance into a win, while Köln will be happy to extend their unbeaten run.
This result keeps both sides in the hunt, with Bochum looking to build on their strong performance and Köln aiming to maintain their momentum. The next few games will be crucial as they prepare for the upcoming challenges in the Bundesliga.