Kölner Haie turn game against Wolfsburg: Russell secures victory!

Kölner Haie turn game against Wolfsburg: Russell secures victory!

An exciting ice hockey match took place today, November 16, 2025, in the Wolfsburg Arena when the Kölner Haie faced the Grizzlys Wolfsburg. The Haie, who made a strong comeback, beat the hosts 4-3 and celebrated their fifth away win of the season. It was a game full of drama and turning points that kept the spectators on the edge of their seats until the last second.

Cologne started the game promisingly when Ryan MacInnis scored the first goal after a superb move from Dominik Bokk. But the Sharks' joy didn't last long, as they initially lost focus in the second third, which gave the Grizzlys the opportunity to turn the deficit into a 3-1 lead. A real key moment was Louis-Marc Aubry's goal, which reduced the score to 2-3, followed by Moritz Müller's equaliser.

The crucial minutes

However, the most dramatic twist came shortly before the end of the game. Patrick Russell showed his skills and used a power play to score the game-winning goal just 43.9 seconds before the final whistle, giving the Sharks the lead for good. This was his ninth goal of the season and a real highlight for the team and the fans traveling with him.

The encounter didn't go well for the grizzlies. After the game, coach Mike Stewart criticized the unnecessary penalties and mistakes made by his players, which were ultimately decisive in the defeat. The dramatic finish, in which Matt White hit the post just two seconds before the end and goalkeeper Janne Juvonen defused the follow-up shot, also left Wolfsburg in despair.

Focus on the next challenges

Coach Kari Jalonen's team ultimately won the match and he particularly appreciated the support of their own fans. “The character of the team was crucial today,” said Jalonen after the match. A new challenge now awaits the Haie, as their next game against the Dresden Ice Lions is on the program on Sunday. The game starts at 4:30 p.m. in the Lanxess Arena and the Cologne team will do everything in their power to continue their winning streak.

With this victory, the Kölner Haie have once again proven that they are very popular in the league and can draw strength from deficits. The fans can look forward to the next game and how the Sharks can take advantage of the euphoria.

Further information about the Kölner Haie's performance and statistics can be found at haie.de.