Our TSG Hoffenheim vs Cologne Prediction: 1-2
TSG Hoffenheim vs Cologne in the Germany Bundesliga I is scheduled for an 18:30 GMT kick-off on Friday October 3, 2025. Our analysis suggests a 1-2 away win, but with both teams likely to get on the scoresheet, BTTS is also worth considering.
This forecast is grounded in a thorough analysis of recent form, team statistics and historical matchups — all explored in detail below to support your betting decisions.
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Recent Form Insights
TSG Hoffenheim's Last Match – SC Freiburg vs TSG Hoffenheim
TSG Hoffenheim will be hoping to return to winning ways after a 1-1 Germany Bundesliga I draw with SC Freiburg on September 28. In that match, TSG Hoffenheim recorded 58% possession, firing 5 shots at goal, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 SC Freiburg | 42% | 3 (1) | 1.3 | 29 |
 TSG Hoffenheim | 58% | 5 (4) | 2.44 | 56 |
Cologne's Last Match – Cologne vs VfB Stuttgart
Cologne will be eager to respond after suffering a 1-2 Germany Bundesliga I defeat at the hands of VfB Stuttgart on September 28. In that match, Cologne controlled 43% of possession and managed 11 shots on goal, with 6 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Cologne | 43% | 11 (6) | 1.11 | 35 |
 VfB Stuttgart | 57% | 10 (5) | 1.84 | 40 |
TSG Hoffenheim vs Cologne Stats
Key Stats
| TSG Hoffenheim | Cologne | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.67 | Attacking Strength | 0.88 |
| 1.56 | Defence Strength | 1.15 |
| 2.2 | Points Per Game | 2.2 |
| 7/10 | WIN | 7/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 4/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 9/10 |
| 3 | Average Scored | 3.5 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
TSG Hoffenheim are averaging 3.0 goals scored and 1.2 conceded per match, while Cologne average 3.5 scored and 1.2 conceded per game.
TSG Hoffenheim 30-12
Cologne 35-12
What are the odds for this match?
TSG Hoffenheim to win: @1.9
Draw: @4
Cologne to win: @3.6
Lineups
TSG Hoffenheim (4-4-2) : Oliver Baumann, Vladimir Coufal, Robin Hranac, Albian Hajdari, Bernardo, Muhammed Damar, Leon Avdullahu, Wouter Burger, Bazoumana Toure, Tim Lemperle, Fisnik Asllani
Cologne (3-5-2) : Marvin Schwabe, Joel Schmied, Timo Hubers, Dominique Heintz, Sebastian Sebulonsen, Isak Bergmann Johanneson, Eric Martel, Jakub Kaminski, Kristoffer Lund, Jan Uwe Thielmann, Said El Mala
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