Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim: prediction, probable lineups, Same Game Parlay picks and standout odds. Check team news and key odds before kickoff.
Jade Griffiths - October 18, 2026, 7:38 AM EDT
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Competition | German Bundesliga |
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Game Date | Sunday, October 18, 2026 |
Game Time | 11:30 AM ET / 8:30 AM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | ista-Borussia-Park |
The bottom two in the German Bundesliga standings meet at ista-Borussia-Park, with a Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim prediction leaning toward the visitors in a messy, open matchup.
Gladbach are still without a point, and Alexander Blessin's arrival as head coach has not stopped the bleeding. They have conceded multiple goals in each of their last five Bundesliga outings.
Hoffenheim sit one spot above them and have dropped each of their past four outings in all competitions. The market still makes them the favorite at +120 (Polymarket).
History favors the hosts here. Gladbach are undefeated in 14 of their last 15 home games against Hoffenheim in all competitions, so something has to give.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Recent Results
Gladbach sit rock bottom of the standings without a point, and the 2-1 loss at FC Köln offered no sign of a turnaround. The club has now dropped five straight in the Bundesliga. The attack still generates volume, with Robin Hack and H. Bolin in the advanced roles, but the defense keeps handing games away.
Hoffenheim are barely better off, having fallen in five of six Bundesliga outings. Hamburg beat them 3-2 at home, with Bernardo sent off, and the Europa League brought no relief as Beşiktaş won by the same scoreline. Wouter Burger and L. Avdullahu anchor midfield, but the back line has to tighten up fast.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Borussia Mgladbach: E. Leopold (Injured/out), K. Itakura (Injured/out), T. Kleindienst (Doubtful), N. Kühn (Unfit), J. Castrop (Unfit), F. Honorat (Unfit)
TSG Hoffenheim: A. Hajdari (Injured/out), P. Wimmer (Injured/out), Bernardo (Suspended)
Borussia Mgladbach
Tim Kleindienst has missed training all week and remains doubtful, while Ko Itakura has joined the injury list with a torn muscle. Zento Uno and Fabio Chiarodia could both be recalled, and both feature in the probable XI.
TSG Hoffenheim
Bernardo serves a suspension after his red card against Hamburg, and Mats Rots should step into the back line in his place. A. Hajdari and P. Wimmer are both injured.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Predicted Lineup
Borussia Mgladbach
Formation: 3-4-2-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: M. Nicolas; K. Diks, F. Chiarodia, D. Hashioka; L. Ullrich, Z. Uno, P. Sander, J. Scally; H. Bolin, R. Hack; I. Lidberg
TSG Hoffenheim
Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: O. Baumann; V. Coufal, O. Kabak, K. Machida, M. Rots; B. Conté, W. Burger, L. Avdullahu, A. Daghim; T. Lemperle, F. Asllani
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Key Stats & Game Facts
- Gladbach have scored 2+ goals in 8 out of 9 games against Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga.
- There have been 29+ shots taken in 5 of Hoffenheim's last 5 games in the Bundesliga.
- Wouter Burger has been carded in 3 of his last 4 appearances in the Bundesliga.
- Adam Daghim has scored or assisted in 4 of his last 5 appearances in the Bundesliga.
- There have been 12+ shots on target in 4 of Gladbach's last 5 games in the Bundesliga.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our prediction is Borussia Mgladbach 1-2 TSG Hoffenheim. Gladbach can find the net in this matchup, but their defense has been far too generous to hang on, and Hoffenheim's shot volume does the rest. Neither side is in good shape, yet the visitors carry more bite going forward, and that is the difference.
Best Picks
Under 3.5 in the Total Goals Over/Under market. These best picks open in the Total Goals Over/Under market. Our projections land at 3.36 total goals, just under the line. Under 3.5 grades out at 56.66%, ahead of what the price implies, and it fits the scoreline we are calling.
Yes in the Both Teams To Score market. This one sits in the Both Teams To Score market. Hoffenheim have shipped at least three in five of their six most recent Bundesliga outings, so Gladbach should not be shut out. Hoffenheim's attack has plenty against this leaky back line too, and our projected scoreline puts both sides on the board.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Same Game Parlay
This Same Game Parlay combines a Wouter Burger card, Gladbach cards, a Hoffenheim moneyline win and Gladbach goals in one four-leg, bigger-swing ticket.
Wouter Burger in the To Be Shown A Card market leads off. The midfielder has been carded in 3 of his last 4 appearances in the Bundesliga, and this matchup has needle written all over it.
Over 2.5 in the Total Home Team Cards market fits an aggressive Gladbach side. They have picked up 3 or more cards in each of their past four Bundesliga outings.
TSG Hoffenheim on the Moneyline is the anchor. Our projections give the visitors a 48.85% win probability, comfortably clear of a Gladbach side still chasing a first point.
Over 1.5 in the Total Home Goals market rounds it off. Gladbach have scored 2+ goals in 8 out of 9 meetings with Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga, slump or no slump.
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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Talking Points
The real question is whether Hoffenheim can hold a lead once they get one. They have dropped nine points from winning positions this season, and closing games out has been a recurring weakness. Christian Ilzer's message ahead of the game was simple: "It's important that we don't doubt ourselves." Gladbach's best hope is Robin Hack, who has scored or assisted in 4 of his last 4 appearances against Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga. If the attacker gets loose, this one turns messy in a hurry.
Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim Predictions FAQs
When is the Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim German Bundesliga game?
The game kicks off on Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 11:30 AM ET / 8:30 AM PT.
Where is Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim being played?
The game is being played at ista-Borussia-Park.
Who is in the probable lineups for Borussia Mgladbach vs TSG Hoffenheim?
Borussia M.Gladbach are listed in a 3-4-2-1 with M. Nicolas in goal, and Hoffenheim in a 4-4-2 with O. Baumann in goal. Hoffenheim's probable forwards are T. Lemperle and F. Asllani, while Bernardo is suspended.
How has recent form looked for Borussia Mgladbach and TSG Hoffenheim?
Borussia M.Gladbach have lost their last five Bundesliga games, and Hoffenheim have lost five of their last six Bundesliga games.
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