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TSG Hoffenheim vs. Arminia Bielefeld
Game day number 22 in the Bundesliga is in the starting blocks and this coming Sunday there are two games to finish off this round. One of them is the match between TSG 1899 Hoffenheim and Arminia from Bielefeld. Two months ago, the omens would have been significantly different. Back then, Hoffenheim was one of the hottest teams in the league and Bielefeld were in a relegation spot. In the meantime, everything has changed a bit and you can read what we think about this match in our Hoffenheim – Bielefeld tip.
21 matchdays have already been played in the Bundesliga and the table is already very meaningful. Hoffenheim have squandered their cushion from the last few months and TSG have been beaten in each of their last three games. As a result, coach Sebastian Hoeneß’ team has slipped to 8th place in the table. The upcoming opponents from Bielefeld are unbeaten for six games and in this period the East Westphalians have managed to pick up a solid 12 points.
Hoffenheim – Bielefeld Info
– Date & Time: 13.02.2022, at 17:30 hrs.
– Venue: Sinnsheim, PreZero Arena (up to 30,000 spectators)
– Competition: Bundesliga, 22nd matchday
– TV broadcast: DAZN
Hoffenheim Form & Balance Check
How fast things can go in football sometimes is currently shown by TSG from Hoffenheim. After a more than manageable start to the season, coach Sebastian Hoeneß’ men showed themselves to be extremely strong, especially in the autumn months. Recently, however, they seem to have lost the thread a little and the last four competitive games were all lost. Three games in the league and, on top of that, a DFB Cup exit against SC Freiburg. Last weekend, TSG had to face Mainz and they couldn’t get anything against the 05ers either, losing with 0:2.
Lead is gone
Even though TSG haven’t been able to get a foot on the ground in recent weeks, they are still within reach of the European places. Currently, the gap to the top spot is one point and with a win against Bielefeld, Hoffenheim could jump back into one of the top six places. In order to win against the East Westphalians, who are very difficult to play against, the defence, which has been very weak lately, must be more secure again. 11 goals conceded in the last four games speak for themselves.
Hoffenheim facts & analysis
– 31 points from 21 games
– Last lost 0:2 in Mainz
– 11 goals conceded in last four matches
Bielefeld form & balance check
Arminia from Bielefeld are one of those teams in the Bundesliga who really don’t let anything get them down at all. Since the beginning of the season, the East Westphalians have been quite far down in the table and yet the Arminia officials and fans have not thought for a moment that staying in the league is no longer possible. If we take a closer look at the last few weeks, we can see that the performances have been quite impressive. The Bielefeld side have not lost for six games now, and in that time they have picked up a solid 12 points out of 18.
Does the run continue against Hoffenheim?
Bielefeld know their own strengths and they will bring them to the pitch against Hoffenheim next Sunday. Coach Stefan Kramer’s team scores points primarily through its commitment and team unity. There is no superstar in the Arminen, rather everyone fights for everyone else. On the last matchday, they earned another point with a 1-1 draw against Borussia from Mönchengladbach. If Bielefeld can build on this performance, they will extend their streak to seven unbeaten games in a row.
Bielefeld facts & analysis
– Unbeaten for six games
– Last played 1:1 against Gladbach
– Currently in 15th place with 22 points
Predicted line-up – last update on 11 February 2022
The TSG from Hoffenheim will rely on a 3-4-1-2 system in the upcoming match and that means, among other things, that Bebou and Rutter will again start as a double. Kramaric is still missing due to his Covid illness. As for Bielefeld, it will come down to a 4-2-3-1. Captain Klos will once again only remain on the bench and Serra will play as the only top.
Hoffenheim – Bielefeld direct comparison & Statistics
Both teams have faced each other five times in their history so far and Bielefeld have yet to win a match. Three victories for TSG and two draws are on the books.
– Both teams have failed to win their last match in the Bundesliga.
– Arminia Bielefeld’s performance in last 5 matches is better than TSG Hoffenheim’s performance.
– Last match ended in a draw. (0-0)
– Andrej Kramaric has the most assists on goal for TSG Hoffenheim with 7 assists. Patrick Wimmer (5) leads the way for Arminia Bielefeld
