1. FC Köln vs 1899 Hoffenheim - Predictions, Stats & Odds
Bundesliga Statistics, AI predictions, (Expected) Lineups and Insights for Gameweek 23
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Game Review
In an engaging Bundesliga clash, 1. FC Köln and 1899 Hoffenheim played out a 2-2 draw on Saturday. The match, held at Köln's home ground, saw both teams share the spoils in a game that was as competitive as it was entertaining. Given the form of both teams leading into the match, the result was not entirely unexpected, though both sides will feel they had opportunities to claim all three points. The game started with Köln taking the lead in the 15th minute through Ragnar Ache (GAP -2.1%), who capitalized on a defensive lapse to put the hosts ahead. Hoffenheim responded just before halftime, with Ozan Kabak (GAP +4.3%) heading in an equalizer in the 45th minute, setting the stage for an intriguing second half. Hoffenheim came out strong after the break, and it was Andrej Kramarić (GAP +2.0%) who put them ahead in the 60th minute, showcasing his clinical finishing ability. However, Köln was not to be outdone, as Said El Mala (GAP +0.8%) restored parity in the 63rd minute with a well-taken goal. Tactically, both teams made several changes from their previous outings. Köln's manager opted for a fresh approach, bringing in Ísak Bergmann Jóhannesson, Luca Waldschmidt, Jahmai Simpson-Pusey, and Marius Bülter during the match, though the reasons for these changes were not specified in the available data. Hoffenheim's head coach also shuffled his pack, introducing Max Moerstedt, Alexander Prass, Yannick Fereira Eduardo, and Valentin Gendrey to influence the game. The Game Advantage Percentage (GAP) statistics highlighted some standout performances, particularly from Hoffenheim's Vladimír Coufal (GAP +6.0%) and Wouter Burger (GAP +5.8%), who were instrumental in their team's efforts. Post-match reactions indicated a sense of missed opportunity for both sides. Köln, currently mid-table, will be looking to build on this performance as they aim to climb higher in the standings. Hoffenheim, meanwhile, will be keen to convert such draws into wins to solidify their position in the upper half of the table. Overall, the draw reflects the competitive nature of the Bundesliga this season, with both teams showing resilience and quality in equal measure.
Lineups
1. FC Köln
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Substitutes
| 69' | Jahmai Simpson-Puseyfor Sebastian Sebulonsen |
| 85' | Luca Waldschmidtfor Ragnar Ache |
| 85' | Marius Bülterfor Said El Mala |
| 90' | Ísak Bergmann Jóhannessonfor Tom Krauß |
1899 Hoffenheim
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Substitutes
| 73' | Alexander Prassfor Wouter Burger |
| 89' | Max Moerstedtfor Andrej Kramarić |
| 90' | Valentin Gendreyfor Bazoumana Touré |
| 90' | Yannick Fereira Eduardofor Fisnik Asllani |
League Table after the game
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
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| 3 | 1899 Hoffenheim | 23 | 14 | 4 | 5 | 49 | 30 | +19 | 46 | W W L W D |
| 12 | 1. FC Köln | 23 | 6 | 6 | 11 | 33 | 39 | -6 | 24 | L W L L D |
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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.