Bodo Illgner: Cologne to Real Madrid Success. Bodo Illgner: A Journey from Cologne to Glory with Germany and Real Madrid Bodo Illgner's name resonates with football enthusiasts worldwide, thanks to his remarkable career with Germany and Real Madrid. However, it was in the Bundesliga, particularly with Cologne, where he laid the foundation for his illustrious journey. Early Beginnings at Cologne At the tender age of 18, Bodo Illgner made his Bundesliga debut for his beloved boyhood club, Cologne, on February 22, 1986. His