FC Heidenheim vs Hamburger SV - Predictions, Stats & Odds
Bundesliga Statistics, AI predictions, (Expected) Lineups and Insights for Gameweek 21
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Game Review
Hamburger SV secured a vital 2-0 victory over FC Heidenheim in their Bundesliga clash on Saturday, 7 February 2026. The result was a testament to Hamburger SV's clinical finishing and solid defensive performance, which saw them capitalize on key moments to secure all three points. The match began with both teams probing for weaknesses, but it was Hamburger SV who broke the deadlock just before halftime. Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer (GAP -2.2%) found the back of the net in the 45th minute, giving the visitors a crucial lead. This goal set the tone for the second half, where FC Heidenheim struggled to break down a well-organized Hamburger SV defense. The second goal came in the 78th minute, courtesy of substitute Rayan Philippe, who made an immediate impact after coming on. His goal effectively sealed the victory for Hamburger SV, who managed the game well from that point onwards. In terms of lineup changes, Hamburger SV's head coach made strategic substitutions that paid dividends. Rayan Philippe's introduction was particularly impactful, as his goal highlighted the depth and tactical flexibility available to the team. FC Heidenheim also made several changes, bringing on Adrian Beck, Stefan Schimmer, Budu Zivzivadze, Sirlord Conteh, and Mathias Honsak, but these adjustments were unable to alter the course of the match. From a tactical perspective, Hamburger SV's ability to maintain their defensive shape and exploit counter-attacking opportunities was crucial. Players like Albert Sambi Lokonga (GAP -1.3%) and Fábio Vieira (GAP +0.0%) were instrumental in controlling the midfield and providing the necessary support to the attacking line. This victory propels Hamburger SV further up the Bundesliga table, enhancing their momentum as they look to secure a strong finish to the season. For FC Heidenheim, the defeat highlights areas that need improvement, particularly in breaking down resilient defenses. As the league progresses, both teams will need to address these aspects to achieve their respective goals.
Lineups
FC Heidenheim
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Substitutes
| 46' | Stefan Schimmerfor Marvin Pieringer |
| 46' | Sirlord Contehfor Omar Traoré |
| 63' | Mathias Honsakfor Arijon Ibrahimović |
| 64' | Budu Zivzivadzefor Julian Niehues |
| 77' | Adrian Beckfor Benedikt Gimber |
Hamburger SV
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Substitutes
| 46' | Damion Downsfor Albert Sambi Lokonga |
| 46' | Jordan Torunarighafor Daniel Elfadli |
| 68' | Rayan Philippefor Philip Otele |
| 68' | William Mikelbrencisfor Ransford-Yeboah Königsdörffer |
| 80' | Giorgi Gocholeishvilifor Fábio Vieira |
League Table after the game
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
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| 11 | Hamburger SV | 20 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 21 | 29 | -8 | 22 | L D D D W |
| 18 | FC Heidenheim | 21 | 3 | 4 | 14 | 19 | 47 | -28 | 13 | L D L L L |
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Gameweek 21
What is GAP?
What is Plus Minus Goals (G±)?
Plus Minus Goals (G±) is the average goal difference per game while the player was on the pitch. A value above 0 indicates that the team rather wins, a value below 0 means his team concedes more goals than they score when the player is on the pitch. As an example, if the player's team is winning 3:1 the goal difference is +2, if the player's team is loosing 0:1, the goal difference is -1. It is a pure metric which is barely adjusted for circumstances to purely show the goal difference.
What is GAP?
GAP (Game Advantage Percentage) shows the percentage gap between a player and the average league player. It answers the question: How much does a player improve or worsen a team's performance? It is based on high level game data with a focus on the impact on the goal difference (G±) from the last 50 games of a player. Besides that, GAP goes further and considers game context by involving data from the player and all other players who are at the same time on the pitch, no matter if teammates or opponents. Football GAP - the individual metric for team players.