Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim preview with probable lineups, prediction, bet builder tips and standout odds. Check the betting angles early.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Match Summary
Competition | German Bundesliga |
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Match Date | Sunday 18 October 2026 |
Match Time | 16:30 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | ista-Borussia-Park |
The bottom two in the Bundesliga collide on Sunday, and the Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim betting odds make the visitors 6/5 (Unibet) favourites in a proper relegation scrap.
Gladbach are still without a point and have lost their last five league outings. They have also shipped 18 goals already, and Alexander Blessin's arrival has not fixed the leaks.
Hoffenheim are hardly flying either. Christian Ilzer's side have lost each of their last four games in all competitions, though Adam Daghim gives them a genuine outlet down the left.
History offers Gladbach some cover. They are undefeated in 14 of their last 15 home meetings with this opponent in all competitions, a record that sits awkwardly with their current slump.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Form
Gladbach were beaten 2-1 at FC Köln last time out, another defeat in a league campaign that has yet to produce a point. The back line is the problem, conceding at least two goals in each of their last five Bundesliga matches. Robin Hack is the one bright spot going forward, and he has history against this opponent.
Hoffenheim's slide runs across both fronts, with 3-2 home defeats to Hamburger SV in the Bundesliga and Beşiktaş in the Europa League. Bernardo's red card against Hamburg made matters worse. Adam Daghim is the man carrying them, having scored or assisted in four of his last five Bundesliga appearances.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Borussia Mgladbach: E. Leopold (Injured/out), K. Itakura (Injured/out), T. Kleindienst (Injured/doubtful), N. Kühn (Unfit/out), J. Castrop (Unfit/out), F. Honorat (Unfit/out)
TSG Hoffenheim: A. Hajdari (Injured/out), P. Wimmer (Injured/out), Bernardo (Suspended)
Borussia Mgladbach
Tim Kleindienst has missed training this week and is a doubt, while Ko Itakura joins the injury list with a torn muscle. Zento Uno and Fabio Chiarodia could both be recalled by Blessin, and both feature in the probable Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim lineups below.
TSG Hoffenheim
Bernardo is suspended after his red card against Hamburg, so Mats Rots should step into the back line. A. Hajdari and P. Wimmer are both sidelined through injury, which leaves Ilzer short of options.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Predicted Lineup
Borussia Mgladbach
Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: M. Nicolas; K. Diks, F. Chiarodia, D. Hashioka; J. Scally, Z. Uno, P. Sander, L. Ullrich; H. Bolin, R. Hack; I. Lidberg
TSG Hoffenheim
Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: O. Baumann; V. Coufal, O. Kabak, K. Machida, M. Rots; B. Conté, W. Burger, L. Avdullahu, A. Daghim; T. Lemperle, F. Asllani
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Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Key Stats & Match Facts
Borussia M.Gladbach have scored 3+ goals in 6 out of 9 matches vs Hoffenheim (Bundesliga).
Hoffenheim have had 18+ shots in 5 out of 6 matches vs Borussia M.Gladbach (Bundesliga).
There have been 29+ shots taken in 5 of Hoffenheim's last 5 matches (Bundesliga).
Robin Hack has scored or assisted in 4 of his last 4 appearances vs Hoffenheim (Bundesliga).
Andrej Kramaric has scored or assisted in 4 of his last 5 appearances vs Borussia M.Gladbach (Bundesliga).
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Borussia Mgladbach 1-2 TSG Hoffenheim. This prediction backs the visitors because Gladbach simply cannot keep the ball out of their own net. Hoffenheim's defending is shaky enough for the hosts to land a blow, but the visitors carry more threat, which is why Gladbach are out at 85/40 (Betfair Sportsbook).
Best Bets
Both Teams To Score: Yes. Both sides have been scoring and conceding freely in the Bundesliga. Neither defence deserves any trust. Gladbach have leaked at least two in each of their last five league games, while Hoffenheim have conceded three or more in five of their last six in the Bundesliga.
Over 2.5 Goals in the Total Goals Over/Under market. Goals look likely given how both sides have been playing. Gladbach have gone over 2.5 goals in nine straight meetings with this opponent, in all competitions. Our projection of 3.36 total goals sits comfortably above the line, and two defences this messy make the Overs the natural angle.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Bet Builder
This four-leg bet builder pairs a Wouter Burger card and plenty of Gladbach bookings with a Hoffenheim win and the hosts scoring at least twice, at 33/1 (Bet365).
Wouter Burger to be shown a card: Burger has been carded in three of his last four Bundesliga appearances, and a scrappy engine-room battle between two desperate sides suits that habit.
Over 2.5 Total Home Team Cards: Gladbach have received three or more cards in each of their last four Bundesliga matches. Aggressive and chasing points, they look made for this line.
TSG Hoffenheim to win: This is the anchor of the bet. Our numbers give Hoffenheim a 49% win probability, comfortably the highest of the three outcomes.
Over 1.5 Total Home Goals: Gladbach have found the net at least twice in eight of their last nine against this opponent, so the hosts scoring more than once is not as wild as it sounds.
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Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Talking Points
Blessin has been blunt, insisting "we have to go a step further", and he has flagged Hoffenheim's high press and pace on the counter as the main danger. Ilzer, meanwhile, wants his side to keep a clear head, stop playing scared and rediscover their courage in this relegation battle. That sums up this preview's best bets: two nervous sides, two leaky defences and goals at both ends, with Hoffenheim's extra attacking quality the difference.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Predictions FAQs
When is the Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim German Bundesliga game?
The match is on Sunday 18 October 2026 at 16:30 UK time.
Where is Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim being played?
The match is being played at ista-Borussia-Park.
What competition is Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim in?
It is a Bundesliga match in the 2026/2027 season.
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