Cologne create a soccer miracle?

The dead live longer! Up until the 87th minute of the match, the fate of the Billy Goats seemed sealed. But then the turnaround in the match against Union Berlin, which was no longer thought possible, shook the RheinEnergieStadion to its foundations. Thanks to the two late goals against the Ironmen, FC just managed to pull its head out of the noose in the relegation battle

Despite this, Timo Schultz’s team will need a small footballing miracle to finally save themselves due to their starting position ahead of the final matchday. In any case, Cologne must win on the Ostalb if they are to have any chance of avoiding relegation. The odds for a Heidenheim vs Cologne bet show that this alone will be difficult enough. The upcoming hosts are still dreaming of participating in the European Cup next season.

However, this also requires a win against the Geißböcke, which the Swabians have yet to achieve in three meetings between the two teams in professional soccer. In fact, Frank Schmidt’s team have only managed one home win in the entire second half of the season.

Nine of the Brenzstädter’s games in the second half of the season ended in a draw. The number of draws against upcoming opponents Cologne was hardly any lower this calendar year (7). The fact is, however, that another point-split won’t help either team next Saturday – which is why our Heidenheim v Cologne prediction clearly shows that both teams will take full risk and go for the win

Heidenheim – Statistics & current form

Once again, the Swabians shared the points last weekend. The 1-1 draw against SC Freiburg was the ninth draw for FCH in their 16th game in the second half of the season. Although no victory was achieved in Breisgau, the dream of a first ever European Cup appearance in the club’s history is still alive thanks to the point. The starting position is clear ahead of the final matchday. Only with a win will Schmidt’s team still have a mathematical chance of participating in the Conference League.

First of all, Heidenheim would have to win at home against Cologne. At the same time, SC Freiburg would have to lose at Union Berlin and Augsburg would not have to win at Leverkusen. At least an Augsburg away win doesn’t seem too likely. However, a look at the Heidenheim vs Cologne odds shows that the Swabians also have their work cut out for them next Saturday

The opponents from the Rhine are known to be fighting for their very last chance to avoid relegation and have never won against FC in professional soccer anyway. Will this negative streak continue after next Saturday’s match? With a free bet, you at least don’t take any risks with a Heidenheim vs Cologne bet on a home win

Frank Schmidt is out for the match against Cologne

In addition, FCH’s most important man is out against Cologne. However, anyone who takes the trouble to analyze the Swabians’ injured and suspended players in our overview below can save themselves the trouble. Because, as we all know, the most important man at the cheeky promoted team is on the coach’s bench and not on the pitch. We are of course talking about Frank Schmidt, who will not be able to take his place on the bench in the final game of the season due to ankle surgery.

A decisive weakening for his team? At least this season, it was often his half-time speeches and tactical changes during the break that turned the game in the Ostalb team’s favor – for example in the first leg in Cologne, which the Swabians also did not lose after falling behind. He will be replaced on the sidelines next Saturday by assistant coach Bernhard Raab.

Predicted line-up for Heidenheim:

Cologne – Statistics & current form

The spectre of relegation had already unpacked its scythe last Saturday. Even the most optimistic of the Billy Goats’ fans had not expected Cologne to score two goals against Union Berlin in the final minutes of the game. But as we all know, miracles happen all the time

Death or gladioli

In the words of former Bayern coach Louis van Gaal, the Rhinelanders face a game next Saturday that could end in death or gladioli. After Timo Schultz proclaimed relegation as his goal after taking over in the winter, he was largely ridiculed due to only eleven points after the first half of the season. In the second half of the season, however, FC have already picked up 17 points.

Nevertheless, after the home defeat against bottom-placed Darmstadt three weeks ago, there seemed to be no hope for the cathedral city team. However, with five points from the following three games, the Billy Goats can still save themselves from relegation on the final matchday with help from Freiburg.

However, as Timo Schultz’s side have only managed one away win in the second half of the season, we are not predicting that Heidenheim will get the three points they need against Cologne at the Voith Arena.

Predicted Cologne line-up:

Heidenheim – Cologne head-to-head comparison / H2H result

The two clubs have only met three times in professional soccer. The Swabians have never managed to beat FC (0-2-1). Two of the three duels ended in a 1-1 draw. The only match at the Voith-Arena so far was won 2-0 by the Billy Goats in the 2018/19 second division season.

A result that could be of great help to Timo Schultz’s team next Saturday if Union Berlin lose. Should FC prevail again at the Brenz in the upcoming clash, high betting odds will be paid out on Heidenheim v Cologne for the away treble

Heidenheim – Cologne betting tip

Whose dream will burst next Saturday? The Swabians’ dream of reaching the European Cup for the first time or the Billy Goats’ dream of staying in the league? The only certainty is that a draw will not help either team to achieve their goal, which is why our Heidenheim vs Cologne prediction assumes that the game at the Schlossberg will find a winner – despite the numerous draws by both teams in the second half of the season.

Both teams will also be keeping more than one eye on Union Berlin v Freiburg on the next matchday. Even a win and a simultaneous defeat for the Ironmen will not mean certain salvation for Cologne, as Union Berlin have the better goal difference and also more goals scored – which, in the event of a tie in the points and goal difference, will decide whether they are relegated or remain in the league.

The players of both teams will be aware of the outcome of this match, which is why the result in Berlin will have an impact on the course of the upcoming encounter between Heidenheim and Cologne. A win in Berlin would see Cologne relegated, while a win in Freiburg would leave Heidenheim with no chance of eighth place, so it is quite possible that one team will lose motivation during the game, while the other team will gain the upper hand due to the result of the parallel game.

In addition, both teams will go all-in on Saturday. As mentioned, both teams have to win the game to have a chance of reaching their goal. That’s why we’re betting on Heidenheim v Cologne that the spectators on the Ostalb will see goals next Saturday. In the second half at the latest, both teams will have to throw off their tactical shackles in the event of a draw and take risks