Hoffenheim vs Köln Prediction: Hoffenheim will try to halt Köln’s form

Hoffenheim vs Köln: Prediction for the Match on October 03, 2025

Hoffenheim have shown flashes of attacking potency this season, but their home form leaves much to be desired. Two straight defeats at PreZero Arena put them under pressure, especially with opponents like Köln growing in self-belief. Köln, having been freshly promoted, has surprised many with their attacking verve and ability to score even away from home; though they concede too, their hunger and counter-attacking threat make them a dangerous team. 

In this game, Hoffenheim must balance attacking intent with defensive vigilance, especially early, while Köln will look to exploit spaces, set pieces, and take advantage if Hoffenheim leave gaps. Expect goals, and expect Köln not to back down.

Hoffenheim: Forms and Statistics

Hoffenheim at home have struggled: they’ve lost their last two Bundesliga games at PreZero Arena. Their goals scored at home are low (about 1.00 on average), while goals conceded are significantly higher, making their matches vulnerable to counterattacks and early pressure. 

Their ability to dominate possession and create chances is decent, but finishing and defensive organisation under pressure have been inconsistent.

Hoffenheim - Lineups

🔖 Hoffenheim Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Baumann; Coufal, Hranáč, Hajdari, Bernardo; Avdullahu. Burger; Lemperle, Kramarić, Touré; Asllani

⛔️ Unavailable: Adam Hložek, Koki Machida, Valentin Gendrey, Albian Hajdari, Kelven Frees

👤 Head coach: Christian Ilzer

Köln: Forms and Statistics

Köln away have been fairly solid: scoring ~1.67 goals per match in away fixtures, higher than Hoffenheim’s home scoring. They concede more, but can remain competitive, especially when they score first or force Hoffenheim out of their comfort zone.

Köln’s stamina, counter-play, and sharpness in attack give them an edge in this matchup, especially as Hoffenheim try to press and dominate.

Köln - Lineups

🔖 Köln Predicted Lineup (5-3-2)

Schwäbe; Sebulonsen, Schmied, v. d. Berg, Hübers, Lund; Thielmann, Martel, Kamiński, Waldschmidt, Bülter

⛔️ Unavailable: Luca Kilian, Rav van den Berg

👤 Head coach: Lukas Kwasniok

Hoffenheim vs Köln match prediction 03 October 2025

• In 4 of the last 5 games between Hoffenheim and Köln, bet on BTTS has played. The bet is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for odds of 1.63 odds;
• In 4 of the last 5 games between Hoffenheim and Köln, bet on over 1.5 goals has played. The bet is offered on the Betway bookmaker website for odds of 1.27 odds;

Hoffenheim vs Köln match prediction 03 October 2025

Across the last 6 matches for Hoffenheim, they have scored about 2.17 goals per game, winning 3, drawing 1, losing 2. Köln's recent 6 matches resulted in about 2 goals scored per game, with 3 wins among those outings. 

Hoffenheim have the historical edge when playing Köln, according to the Head to Head information, but recent H2H results are mixed. Games between these two almost always deliver over 2.5 goals, and “Both Teams to Score” (BTTS) is very common.

This game appears primed for goals, with both teams likely to find the net. Hoffenheim need a response at home, but Köln look dangerous enough to take something. We predict a 2-2 scoreline after the final whistle. 

Below are our predictions

Our match prediction: is BTTS for a coefficient of 1.63 in the Betway bookmaker.

Our betting tip on the match: is over 2.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.75 in the Bet365 bookmaker.

Lastly: is a draw for a coefficient of 3.84 in the 1XBet bookmaker.