Lukas Podolski, the legendary 1. FC Köln player, will make his final appearance at RheinEnergieSTADION for the Thank You Match on October 10, 2024.
To mark this special occasion, the club, in collaboration with its kit partner hummel, has designed a commemorative LP10 jersey, paying homage to the jersey worn by the then 18-year-old Podolski at his first home game for 1. FC Köln on November 22, 2003.
With 181 appearances and 86 goals to his name, Lukas Podolski has cemented his place as a true legend of 1. FC Köln. To honour his remarkable career, the club and hummel have designed a special LP10 jersey that captures the spirit of Podolski’s early days in red and white.
The LP10 jersey is primarily white, reminiscent of the 1. FC Köln home kit from the 2003/2004 season, featuring red accents on the shoulders, side panels, collar, sleeve cuffs, and hem. One standout detail is the lenticular badge on the right sleeve, which alternates between the LP10 logo and the Cologne city coat of arms, creating a striking three-dimensional effect depending on the angle.
“This special jersey brings back memories of Poldi’s early days in professional football, when his speed, skill, and passion, paired with a left foot made for scoring dream goals, quickly captured the hearts of FC fans. The design takes us back to that era, bringing those unforgettable moments to life once again,” explains FC Managing Director Markus Rejek.
Morten Lund, Marketing Director at hummel, added: “Lukas Podolski is a true football legend, and we are proud to have collaborated with 1. FC Köln to design a jersey that reflects his legacy and strong connection to the club. At hummel, we take pleasure in celebrating players who inspire both on and off the pitch, and Lukas Podolski is undoubtedly one of them. This jersey is a tribute to his lasting impact on football and the loyal fans who supported him throughout his extraordinary career.
Lukas Podolski will debut the special LP10 jersey at the sold-out Thank You Match at RheinEnergieSTADION on October 10, 2024. The match will feature a star-studded lineup, including members of Germany’s 2014 World Cup-winning team, former FC Köln teammates, players from the current FC team, and teammates from Podolski’s Polish hometown club, Gornik Zabrze.
