FC Köln and their fourth consecutive season in the top flight.

The club participated in the Bundesliga, the DFB-Pokal and the UEFA Europa Conference League.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

The draw for the group stage was held on 26 August 2022.