FC Cologne, also known as 1. FC Köln, is a soccer club based in Cologne, Germany. The club’s crest features a stylized billy goat, which has become the club’s mascot and a symbol of the city of Cologne.

The billy goat was chosen as the club’s emblem because it represents the traditional spirit of the city. Cologne is known for its strong sense of community and its love of soccer, and the club’s crest captures these values.

In addition to the billy goat, the club’s crest also includes the colors of the city of Cologne (red and white) and the city’s coat of arms. The crest has undergone several updates over the years, but the billy goat has remained a central part of the club’s identity.