Poldi hands over number 10 shirt to El Mala at 1. FC Köln
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 8:02 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Lukas Podolski personally transferred the iconic number 10 shirt to Said El Mala at 1. FC Köln on August 21, 2026. This gesture came shortly before El Mala extended his contract with the club until 2031. Since Podolski's departure in 2012, the number had remained untouched by other players. El Mala expressed his admiration for Podolski and his excitement about taking on the historic number, promising to wear it with pride. Podolski encouraged him to continue developing his skills, highlighting the significance of the jersey.
- •Lukas Podolski handed over the number 10 shirt on August 21, 2026.
- •Said El Mala signed a contract extension until 2031.
- •The number 10 shirt had not been worn since Podolski left the club in 2012.
- •El Mala expressed his admiration for Podolski's playing style.
- •Podolski urged El Mala to embrace the significance of the number.
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