Match Details
The match between FC Augsburg and 1.FC Köln is scheduled to take place on March 31, 2024, at the WWK Arena. This Bundesliga fixture will be a crucial one for both teams as they battle for points in the league standings. The odds currently favor FC Augsburg with a local winner odd of 1.77.
Head-to-Head Comparison
These two teams have faced each other multiple times in the past, with some exciting encounters and high-scoring matches. In their last eight meetings, there has been an average of over three goals per game. However, it is worth noting that FC Augsburg has won only one of these matches, while 1.FC Köln has emerged victorious on four occasions.
Team Form: FC Augsburg
FC Augsburg has been in impressive form recently, winning five out of their last six matches across all competitions. Their attacking prowess has been on full display during this period, scoring a total of 16 goals while conceding just four. In the Bundesliga standings, they currently sit in seventh place with 35 points and a goal difference of +1.
In their most recent match against SpVgg Greuther Furth in a friendly club fixture, FC Augsburg secured a convincing 4-1 victory. They showcased their offensive capabilities once again by finding the back of the net on four occasions.
Team Form: 1.FC Köln
On the other hand, things have not been going well for 1.FC Köln lately. They have failed to win any of their last six away matches and have struggled to find consistency throughout the season. With just three wins from their previous 26 league games, they find themselves languishing near the bottom of the table in seventeenth position with only 18 points and a goal difference of -27.
Their most recent match against Breidablik in a friendly club fixture ended in a 2-2 draw. While they managed to salvage a point, their defensive vulnerabilities were once again exposed as they conceded two goals.
Key Players
For FC Augsburg, Ermedin Demirović has been in exceptional form this season. The attacker has contributed 14 goals and eight assists so far, making him a key player to watch out for. Additionally, Rubén Vargas has also made significant contributions with two goals and three assists from midfield.
On the other side, Davie Selke has been the standout performer for 1.FC Köln this season. The forward has netted five goals but will need support from his teammates to improve their attacking output. Florian Kainz has also played an important role with three goals and four assists from midfield.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent results, FC Augsburg’s attacking prowess is evident with an average of 2.67 goals scored per game in their last six matches across all competitions. In contrast, 1.FC Köln’s defense has struggled, conceding an average of over two goals per game during the same period.
Furthermore, FC Augsburg’s home record is relatively solid with five wins out of 13 matches played at the WWK Arena this season. On the other hand, 1.FC Köln’s away form has been disappointing with just one win from their previous 13 matches on the road.
Prediction: FC Augsburg 3 – 1 1.FC Köln
Based on the current form and statistics available, it is expected that FC Augsburg will continue their impressive run by securing a victory against struggling opponents. A final scoreline of FC Augsburg winning by three goals to one seems plausible, considering their attacking prowess and 1.FC Köln’s defensive vulnerabilities.
