Malek El Mala scores late to level for Cologne against Union Berlin
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 1, 2026, 4:48 PM
Last updated Nov 1, 2026
Malek El Mala scored on his Bundesliga debut, helping Cologne secure a 1-1 draw against Union Berlin on November 1, 2026. Union took an early lead through Janik Haberer, who netted after a strong play by Tim Skarke. Malek's goal came in the 79th minute, as he connected with a cross from his brother Saïd, who had missed an earlier chance. This result marked Cologne's first away point of the season, leaving them 12th in the standings with nine points, while Union Berlin remains in the relegation play-off spot with seven points from eight games.
- •Malek El Mala made his Bundesliga debut for Cologne.
- •Cologne was trailing 1-0 before equalizing late in the match.
- •Janik Haberer scored first for Union Berlin.
- •Saïd El Mala assisted Malek's equalizer.
- •Cologne now sits 12th with nine points in the league.
- 4:48 PMYahoo Sports — Malek El Mala gives Cologne draw after sharing pitch with brother
"Cologne's Malek El Mala scored on his Bundesliga debut to outshine younger brother Saïd and hand his struggling side a 1-1 draw at Union Berlin on Sunday. It was the Billygoats' first away point of the league season.
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