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1. FC Köln 1. FC Köln vs 1899 Hoffenheim 1899 Hoffenheim

Bundesliga

Bundesliga · Aug 29, 2026 · 13:30

Final score: 1. FC Köln 3–2 1899 Hoffenheim

Match preview

The Bundesliga season kicks off for 1. FC Köln and 1899 Hoffenheim on August 29, 2026, with the home side looking to defy their pre-season odds. Köln endured a difficult previous campaign, finishing with a lowly 22% win rate, characterized by a staggering 11 draws. Their recent form, a win, three draws, and a loss in their last five, suggests a team still searching for consistency. Goals have been an issue, scoring 47 and conceding 55 last term, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities.

Conversely, Hoffenheim arrives in significantly better shape, boasting a 53% win rate from the previous season, fueled by a prolific attack that netted 64 goals. Their recent run of two wins, two draws, and a single loss indicates a more stable outfit. Despite their statistical advantage, the head-to-head record offers a glimmer of hope for Köln, with a balanced history including two wins each and a draw in their last five encounters. The odds favor Hoffenheim, but the tight H2H suggests a potential upset. Watch for Köln's ability to capitalize on home advantage and Hoffenheim's attacking prowess to test a potentially fragile defense. The Over 2.5 goals at 1.57 suggests an open game.

Standings

Head-to-head

  • : 1. FC Köln 2–2 1899 Hoffenheim
  • : 1899 Hoffenheim 0–1 1. FC Köln
  • : 1899 Hoffenheim 1–1 1. FC Köln
  • : 1. FC Köln 1–3 1899 Hoffenheim
  • : 1899 Hoffenheim 1–3 1. FC Köln

Lineups

1. FC Köln (Formation: 4-2-3-1)

1. M. Schwabe, 17. A. Castro-Montes, 22. J. Simpson-Pusey, 24. L. Lochoshvili, 14. G. Mensah, 5. T. Krauss, 8. I. Johannesson, 29. J. Thielmann, 30. M. Bulter, 10. S. El Mala, 9. R. Ache

1899 Hoffenheim (Formation: 4-2-3-1)

37. L. Philipp, 34. V. Coufal, 5. O. Kabak, 21. A. Hajdari, 39. M. Rots, 7. L. Avdullahu, 18. W. Burger, 17. N. De Cat, 10. A. Hlozek, 8. P. Wimmer, 19. T. Lemperle

Match events

  • 27' Goal Normal Goal — Adam Daghim (1899 Hoffenheim) (assists: Bambasé Conté)
  • 51' Goal Normal Goal — Said El Mala (1. FC Köln)
  • 53' subst Substitution 1 — Bernardo Fernandes da Silva Junior (1899 Hoffenheim) (assists: Robin Hranáč)
  • 53' subst Substitution 2 — Adam Hložek (1899 Hoffenheim) (assists: Max Moerstedt)
  • 57' Goal Missed Penalty — Max Moerstedt (1899 Hoffenheim)
  • 65' subst Substitution 1 — Said El Mala (1. FC Köln) (assists: Linton Maina)
  • 65' subst Substitution 2 — Paul Okon-Engstler (1. FC Köln) (assists: Ellyes Skhiri)
  • 65' subst Substitution 3 — Ragnar Ache (1. FC Köln) (assists: Thijs Dallinga)
  • 67' Goal Normal Goal — Ozan Kabak (1899 Hoffenheim) (assists: Vladimír Coufal)
  • 71' subst Substitution 3 — Patrick Wimmer (1899 Hoffenheim) (assists: Nathan De Cat)
  • 72' Goal Normal Goal — Thijs Dallinga (1. FC Köln) (assists: Linton Maina)
  • 82' Goal Normal Goal — Thijs Dallinga (1. FC Köln)
  • 83' Card Yellow Card — Ozan Kabak (1899 Hoffenheim)
  • 87' subst Substitution 4 — Adam Daghim (1899 Hoffenheim) (assists: Andrej Kramarić)
  • 87' subst Substitution 5 — Albian Hajdari (1899 Hoffenheim) (assists: Mats Rots)
  • 90' subst Substitution 4 — Tom Krauß (1. FC Köln) (assists: Marius Bülter)
  • 90'+3 subst Substitution 5 — Alessio Castro-Montes (1. FC Köln) (assists: Joel Schmied)
  • 90'+4 Card Yellow Card — Max Moerstedt (1899 Hoffenheim)

Match statistics

  • Passes accurate: 9 — 3
  • Total passes: 10 — 4
  • Red Cards: 0 — 0
  • Yellow Cards: 0 — 0
  • Shots on Goal: 0 — 0
  • Shots off Goal: 0 — 0
  • Ball Possession: 64% — 36%