Match Overview
On January 27th, 2024, at 14:30 UTC, 1899 Hoffenheim will face FC Heidenheim in a Bundesliga match at the PreZero Arena. The odds for this encounter are as follows: Local Team (1899 Hoffenheim) to win – 1.74, Draw – 4.45, Away Team (FC Heidenheim) to win – 4.67.
Historical Face-Off
These teams have faced each other twice before, with their most recent meeting occurring on August 26th, 2023, in the Bundesliga. In that match, 1899 Hoffenheim emerged victorious with a scoreline of 3-2. Both encounters between these sides have seen more than three goals scored.
Local Team’s Recent Form
1899 Hoffenheim has struggled in their recent matches across various competitions. Out of their last six games, they have only managed one victory and suffered four defeats. Their defensive performance has been a concern as they conceded an average of two goals per game during this period.
In the Bundesliga standings, they currently occupy the eighth position with a total of 24 points from their eighteen matches played so far. Their goal difference stands at -2.
In their most recent fixture against SC Freiburg in the Bundesliga on January 20th, they were defeated by a scoreline of 3-2 despite putting up a fight till the end.
Away Team’s Recent Form
FC Heidenheim has been performing well recently and remains unbeaten in their last six away matches across all competitions. They have won four games and drawn two during this period while scoring an average of almost two goals per game.
In terms of league standing, FC Heidenheim currently sits ninth in the Bundesliga table with 22 points from their eighteen matches. However, their goal difference is a concern at -7.
In their most recent match against VfL Wolfsburg on January 20th, they managed to secure a 1-1 draw thanks to an own goal from the opposition.
Key Players Spotlight
For 1899 Hoffenheim, Andrej Kramarić has been in excellent form recently, scoring eight goals in fifteen appearances. He will be a key player to watch out for in this match. Another player worth mentioning is Robert Faxe Skov, who has contributed three goals and three assists so far this season.
On the other hand, FC Heidenheim’s Tim Kleindienst has been impressive with eight goals and three assists in twenty matches. His presence upfront will pose a significant threat to the Hoffenheim defense. Additionally, Jan-Niklas Beste has been instrumental with five goals and eight assists in seventeen appearances.
Statistical Insights
Looking at the statistics of both teams’ recent performances, it is evident that FC Heidenheim has had better results overall. They have shown strength in away games by remaining unbeaten in their last six matches on the road.
Meanwhile, 1899 Hoffenheim’s defensive struggles are a cause for concern as they have conceded an average of two goals per game during their last six outings across all competitions.
Match Prediction: 1899 Hoffenheim 2 – 1 FC Heidenheim
Based on the analysis of both teams’ recent form and statistical insights gathered from their performances, it is predicted that 1899 Hoffenheim will come out on top in this match against FC Heidenheim. The final scoreline could be something like “1899 Hoffenheim 2 – 1 FC Heidenheim.”
