1899 Hoffenheim - 1.FC Köln

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90'		1 - 1	Goal	A. Kramarić
79'		0 - 1	Goal	M. Finkgräfe

84'		M. Finkgräfe	Delay of game
83'		F. Grillitsch	Tripping
81'		F. Grillitsch	Tripping
78'		J. Chabot
78'		A. Stach
76'		J. Chabot	Tripping
76'		L. Maina
55'		B. Schmitz	Holding
32'		I. Bebou	Holding

90'			In:	J. Thielmann	Out:	S. Adamyan
89'			In:	M. Finkgräfe	Out:	D. Heintz
83'			In:	R. Skov	Out:	D. Jurásek
82'			In:	R. Skov	Out:	D. Jurásek
74'			In:	F. Alidou	Out:	S. Tigges
68'			In:	U. Tohumcu	Out:	A. Stach
68'			In:	P. Kadeřábek	Out:	K. Akpoguma
68'			In:	W. Weghorst	Out:	A. Kramarić
67'			In:	W. Weghorst	Out:	A. Kramarić
58'			In:	F. Kainz	Out:	L. Maina

1899 Hoffenheim - 1.FC Köln Predictions

Prediction: 1899 Hoffenheim or draw

Best odds: 1.25

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In the fast-paced world of Bundesliga football, every match tells its own story, and the upcoming clash between 1899 Hoffenheim and 1.FC Köln at the PreZero Arena is no exception. With predictions leaning towards a home victory or a draw, fans are eager to see if Hoffenheim can capitalize on their home advantage to climb higher up the league table or if Köln can cause an upset and fight their way out of the relegation zone.

Key Players to Watch

For 1899 Hoffenheim, the spotlight falls on Ihlas Bebou, whose agility and skill on the ball have been a constant threat to opposing defenses. Although Bebou has only netted once this season, his presence on the pitch is a significant factor for Hoffenheim's attack.

Joining him in the attacking force is Marius Bülter, who boasts a commendable rating of 6.83. Bülter's contribution of three assists and one goal underlines his importance to the team's offensive play. His ability to find key passes and his tenacious efforts on goal make him a player Köln will need to keep a close eye on.

In the midfield, Florian Grillitsch has been the engine for Hoffenheim, with a rating of 6.84. His vision and passing accuracy have been instrumental in linking defense with attack, and his contribution to the team's overall play cannot be overstated.

For the visitors, Köln's Linton Maina, with a 6.78 rating, has shown promising signs in the midfield. His ability to create opportunities and take on defenders will be crucial if Köln hopes to snatch a win or a draw.

Up front, Davie Selke is the leading man for Köln. With a team-high of five goals and a rating of 6.95, Selke's finishing abilities are a beacon of hope for his side. His knack for being in the right place at the right time makes him a constant threat.

Lastly, Gian-Luca Waldschmidt has also been a key player for Köln. His two goals this season and a 7.02 rating make him another player to watch, as his contributions could be the difference-maker in tight games.

Recent Form

1899 Hoffenheim's form has been a mixed bag with a record of LLDLW in their last five matches. Their inconsistency has left them in the middle of the table, but a strong performance could see them push for a European spot. Köln, on the other hand, finds themselves in a precarious position, sitting at 17th with a form of LDLLD. They'll be desperate to turn things around and avoid the drop to 2. Bundesliga.

Head-to-Head History

Looking at the head-to-head encounters, Hoffenheim has had the upper hand in recent meetings. They emerged victorious in their last match against Köln with a 3-1 win on September 16, 2023, and replicated the same scoreline earlier on April 22, 2023. The two teams drew 1-1 on October 30, 2022, indicating a trend that Hoffenheim may continue their dominance in this fixture.

Prediction

Taking into account the current form of both teams, the key players' impact, and the historical data, the prediction leans towards a 1899 Hoffenheim win or a draw. Hoffenheim's home form hasn't been stellar, but they have the firepower and the key players like Ihlas Bebou, Marius Bülter, and Florian Grillitsch to make a difference. Köln will rely on the likes of Linton Maina, Davie Selke, and Gian-Luca Waldschmidt to pull off a surprise, but the odds are stacked against them.

The prediction suggests a "Double chance : 1899 Hoffenheim or draw," with Hoffenheim having a 63.7% chance of victory compared to Köln's 36.3%. The match is likely to see fewer goals from the home side (<2.5) and even fewer from the visitors (<1.5), indicating a tight affair with Hoffenheim edging it or both teams sharing the spoils.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

38%

63%

Attacking Potential

67%

33%

Defensive Potential

40%

60%

Poisson Distribution

71%

29%

Stregth H2H

71%

29%

Goals H2H

69%

31%

Wins the game

59%

41%

1899 Hoffenheim - 1.FC Köln Head to Head

11/02	1899 Hoffenheim	1 - 1	1.FC Köln
16/09	1.FC Köln	1 - 3	1899 Hoffenheim
22/04	1899 Hoffenheim	1 - 3	FC Koln
30/10	FC Koln	1 - 1	1899 Hoffenheim

Bundesliga standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Bayer Leverkusen	28	24	4	0	69	19	50	76
2	Bayern Munich	28	19	3	6	80	36	44	60
3	VfB Stuttgart	28	19	3	6	64	34	30	60
4	RB Leipzig	28	16	5	7	64	33	31	53
5	Borussia Dortmund	28	15	8	5	55	33	22	53
6	Eintracht Frankfurt	28	10	12	6	43	36	7	42
7	FC Augsburg	28	9	9	10	45	46	-1	36
8	1899 Hoffenheim	28	10	6	12	48	53	-5	36
9	SC Freiburg	28	10	6	12	40	52	-12	36
10	FC Heidenheim	28	8	9	11	41	49	-8	33
11	Werder Bremen	28	8	7	13	36	44	-8	31
12	Union Berlin	28	8	5	15	25	43	-18	29
13	Borussia Monchengladbach	27	6	10	11	46	53	-7	28
14	VfL Wolfsburg	27	7	7	13	33	44	-11	28
15	Vfl Bochum	28	5	11	12	33	58	-25	26
16	FSV Mainz 05	28	4	11	13	26	46	-20	23
17	1.FC Köln	28	4	10	14	23	49	-26	22
18	SV Darmstadt 98	28	2	8	18	28	71	-43	14