Waldhof Mannheim
- Waldhof Mannheim have a very different style to Hoffenheim II and this clash of different tactical approaches promises an open and exciting match.
- Luc Holtz’s side are a balance first, structured team with a flexible formation that can adapt to the game state.
- Waldhof 07 Mannheim are having a solid campaign in the 3.Liga, sitting 9th in the 2025/2026 standings having taken 45 points from 30 games.
- Waldhof have won nine, drawn two and lost just four of their 15 home matches in the 3.Liga.
- They have won their last three matches at home.
- The hosts are not in great form, having lost two and won three of their last five.
- Waldhof have conceded 23 times in 15 home games.
Hoffenheim II
- In contrast, Hoffenheim II are full steam ahead all the time, applying pressure all over the pitch and trying to overload their opponents with the ball.
- Stefan Kleineheismann has put his stamp on his team since taking over in July 2025, but they are now in poor form and this approach is not always sustainable.
- Hoffenheim II have lost four of their last five, including three consecutive defeats.
- TSG 1899 Hoffenheim II are having a poor season, placed 15th with 35 points from their 30 matches and remain close to the relegation zone.
- Hoffenheim II have struggled away from home all season, winning five, drawing one and losing eight of their 14 away fixtures in the 3.Liga.
- Hoffenheim II have leaked 27 goals in their 14 matches away from home.
Head-to-Head
Hoffenheim II lost 2-0 in this fixture away from home.
Key Players
- Felix Lohkemper is Waldhof’s greatest goal threat, with 14 3.Liga goals this season, scoring four of his side’s last eight.
- Deniz Zeitler is Hoffenheim II’s main threat with 12 goals in 30 league appearances this season, including three of his side’s last six.
Betting Insights
Odds for Waldhof to win are 2.35 , Over 2.5 goals is 1.5 and Both Teams to Score - Yes is 1.42 .
Prediction
- Hoffenheim II lost 2-0 in this fixture away from home and Waldhof Mannheim have the momentum and home advantage to win this time around.
- The hosts are not in great form, having lost two and won three of their last five, but Hoffenheim have lost three straight matches so the home team are the favorites here.
- Hoffenheim II’s season is on the line, so they will be up for this game and should provide some resistance, so I’m backing both teams to score as well.
