Match Overview

The 5th round of the features a clash between Heidenheim and Augsburg, set to take place on September 27 at the Voith-Arena. This encounter offers a prediction, odds, and detailed statistics for an informed wager.

Heidenheim Team Analysis

Frank Schmidt’s side suffered another defeat in the previous round, losing 1:2 away to Hamburg. Heidenheim has endured a particularly rough start to the current championship campaign, losing all their matches so far. Compounding their woes, the team has conceded at least two goals in each of their four outings. With no points accumulated, they currently sit at the very bottom of the league table. It’s also worth noting that in terms of goals scored this Bundesliga season, Heidenheim (2) has only managed to surpass Borussia Mönchengladbach (1).

Heidenheim Key Statistics

• The team has failed to win in their last six home Bundesliga matches (1 draw, 5 losses).
• The club has conceded at least two goals in 8 of their previous 11 home league fixtures.
• Both teams have scored in 5 of Heidenheim’s last 7 Bundesliga encounters.

Heidenheim Probable Lineup (4-5-1)*

Diant Ramaj – Jonas Föhrenbach, Patrick Mainka, Benedikt Gimber, Omar Haktab Traoré – Niklas Dorsch, Jan Schöppner, Luca Kerber, Sirlord Conteh, Arijon Ibrahimović – Mikkel Kaufmann.

Heidenheim Team News

Defender Leart Paqarada and forward Marvin Pieringer are sidelined due to injuries. Striker Budu Zivzivadze is suspended for the upcoming match.

Augsburg Team Analysis

Sandro Wagner’s squad suffered a significant 1:4 home defeat to Mainz in the last round. Consequently, Augsburg has now lost seven of their last eight Bundesliga matches. During this challenging period, the team has conceded three or more goals on four occasions. With three points, the club currently occupies 16th place in the standings.

Augsburg Key Statistics

• The team has avoided defeat in 9 of their last 12 away Bundesliga matches (6 wins, 3 draws).
• No more than three goals were scored in 10 of the club’s previous 12 away league fixtures.
• Augsburg has scored a maximum of one goal in 5 of their last 7 away Bundesliga matches.

Augsburg Probable Lineup (3-4-3)*

Finn Dahmen – Cédric Zesiger, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, Chrislain Matsima – Elvis Rexhbecaj, Fabian Rieder, Alexis Claude-Maurice, An-Noa Massengo – Marius Wolf, Elias Saad, Mert Kömür.

Augsburg Team News

Defender Dimitrios Giannoulis and forward Anton Kade will be unavailable due to injuries.

Referee Profile

Tobias Welz (Germany)

Referee Performance Data

Matches officiated – 14 (Bundesliga, 2024/25–2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 57;

Average yellow cards per match – 4.1;

Red cards shown – 2;

Average fouls per match – 22;

Penalties awarded – 21%.

Main Match Prediction

The home side has yet to secure any points in the current championship and appears vulnerable even on their home turf. Heidenheim’s main struggles stem from numerous defensive errors; in their last 12 home league matches, the club has managed a clean sheet only once, and that was against Bochum, who were relegated from the Bundesliga last season. Furthermore, in nine of these matches, they conceded at least two goals.

Augsburg also hasn’t had a stellar start to the season, but they at least demonstrate efficiency in attack. Even away from home, the team consistently finds the back of the net: in their last 14 away Bundesliga fixtures, Augsburg failed to score on only three occasions. Moreover, in six of these matches, their players scored at least two goals.

Final Prediction

I anticipate that the visitors will capitalize on Heidenheim’s defensive vulnerabilities and deliver a strong attacking performance. My prediction: Augsburg Individual Total Over 1.

* The starting lineup listed for each team represents their formation in their previous match in this tournament.