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1. FC Köln
HSV meet 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga on 2026-09-19 13:30 UTC.
Looking at past encounters across 5 meetings, 1. FC Köln hold the upper hand having won 2 games against 1 for HSV.
The statistics and expected goals (xG) point towards an open game, showing a 82% likelihood for more than 2.5 goals to be scored in this fixture.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 |
HSV
|
24 | 9 | 6 | 9 | +20 | 33 |
| 9 |
1. FC Köln
|
24 | 10 | 7 | 7 | +20 | 37 |
Hamburger SV vs 1. FC Köln Prediction & Detailed Match Preview
In-depth statistical breakdown, expected goals analysis, and mathematical tips for Bundesliga.
HSV meet 1. FC Köln in the Bundesliga on 2026-09-19 13:30 UTC. This matchup features two sides looking to make an impact in the standings, with key points at stake in this phase of the competition.
Team Form & Performance
Host side HSV enter this contest having won 60% of their previous 5 matches, averaging 2 points per game with 9 goals scored and 4 conceded. Meanwhile, 1. FC Köln arrive having secured 3 wins and 0 draws across their last 5 fixtures, conceding an average of 1 goals per game.
Head-to-Head Record (H2H)
Looking at past encounters across 5 meetings, 1. FC Köln hold the upper hand having won 2 games against 1 for HSV. Tactical setups in previous meetings demonstrate that neither manager takes unnecessary risks early in the match.
Goal Expectancy & Betting Trends
The statistics and expected goals (xG) point towards an open game, showing a 82% likelihood for more than 2.5 goals to be scored in this fixture. With an expected goal tally of 3.13 across 90 minutes (xG: 0.94 home, 2.19 away), value punters should note market trends surrounding Over 1.5 (78%) and Over 2.5 (82%).