1899 Hoffenheim v RB Leipzig prediction
Team pages: 1899 Hoffenheim · RB Leipzig · Head-to-head
TACTIX’s free model pick for 1899 Hoffenheim v RB Leipzig, Bundesliga on Sat, 16 Jan 2027 14:30 GMT posts shortly before kick-off. Form, head-to-head and league standing for both sides are below.
The match
1899 Hoffenheim host RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga on Saturday 16 January (kick-off 14:30 UK).
The key numbers
13 of 1899 Hoffenheim’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (87%).
13 of RB Leipzig’s last 15 results in all competitions went over 2.5 goals (87%).
Form and the table
Both teams scored in 11 of 1899 Hoffenheim’s last 15 results in all competitions (73%). At home, 1899 Hoffenheim have three wins, one draw and three defeats in their last 7 home matches in all competitions — 1.43 points per game, scoring 2.00 and conceding 2.00. 1899 Hoffenheim have scored 11 goals, the ninth-most (shared) of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). 1899 Hoffenheim have conceded 14 goals, the fifth-most of the 18 clubs.
Both teams scored in nine of RB Leipzig’s last 15 results in all competitions (60%). Away from home, RB Leipzig have two wins, no draws and seven defeats in their last 9 away matches in all competitions — 0.67 points per game, scoring 1.67 and conceding 3.11. RB Leipzig have scored 16 goals, the second-most (shared) of the 18 clubs (2026/27 so far). RB Leipzig have conceded 11 goals, the ninth-fewest (shared) of the 18 clubs.
1899 Hoffenheim (14th) and RB Leipzig (seventh) are three points apart, 2026/27 so far. TACTIX’s Glicko-2 team ratings have RB Leipzig the stronger side, 193 rating points above 1899 Hoffenheim (RB Leipzig 1653, 1899 Hoffenheim 1461, after at least 312 rated matches each).
Head-to-head
The most recent meeting, on 20 March 2026, finished RB Leipzig 5–0 1899 Hoffenheim.
Team news
Predicted 1899 Hoffenheim XI (4-2-3-1): O. Baumann, V. Coufal, O. Kabak, A. Hajdari, M. Rots, L. Avdullahu, W. Burger, A. Daghim, B. Conté, P. Wimmer, T. Lemperle — derived from the last 6 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Bambasé Conté (4.8 per match over nine appearances, two goals and three assists) and Patrick Wimmer (4.3 per match over six appearances, two goals and one assist) have been 1899 Hoffenheim’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for 1899 Hoffenheim (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), Bambasé Conté averages 2.3 key passes per 90 over 595 minutes, with a key pass in five of the last 10 appearances. Patrick Wimmer averages 1.7 key passes per 90 over 786 minutes, with a key pass in eight of the last 10 appearances.
Predicted RB Leipzig XI (4-5-1): M. Vandevoordt, W. Orbán, D. Raum, C. Lukeba, R. Baku, E. Banzuzi, N. El Aynaoui, N. Seiwald, R. Reitz, A. MaksimoviÄ, T. Gomis — derived from the last 6 line-ups, most-used eleven. By TACTIX Impact, Antonio Nusa (6.1 per match over 10 appearances, four goals and three assists) and Maarten Vandevoordt (4.9 per match over 10 appearances) have been RB Leipzig’s most influential players 2026/27, all competitions. In numbers for RB Leipzig (2026/27, all competitions, before kick-off), Antonio Nusa averages 1.4 key passes per 90 over 1592 minutes, with a key pass in nine of the last 10 appearances. Maarten Vandevoordt averages 5.1 saves per 90 over 990 minutes, with two or more saves in 10 of the last 10 appearances.
Written from the matches TACTIX holds for both sides; each figure names the games it is counted over.
The numbers
- Kick-off: · Bundesliga · PreZero Arena
- Head-to-head (last 6): 1899 Hoffenheim 2 · draws 1 · RB Leipzig 3 · 4.33 goals/game
- Recent form: 1899 Hoffenheim 1W 0D 4L · RB Leipzig 2W 0D 3L
1899 Hoffenheim v RB Leipzig (Bundesliga): the key numbers are on this page — and TACTIX’s live, market-by-market track record is one click away (as of 30 July 2026). See the live track record →
Key stats
Per game, last 8 completed matches, to 21 October 2026. Over/under figures use standard thresholds, not bookmaker lines.
| Per game | 1899 Hoffenheim for / against | Line | RB Leipzig for / against |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals scored | 1.63 for · 2.38 against n 8 Last 5 | 2.5standard | 2 for · 2.38 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Corners won | 6.88 for · 4.63 against n 8 Last 5 | 9.5standard | 4.75 for · 6.88 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots | 17.63 for · 13.75 against n 8 Last 5 | 19.5standard | 15.75 for · 16.25 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Shots on target | 5 for · 4.38 against n 8 Last 5 | 8.5standard | 5.63 for · 8.13 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Fouls committed | 15.13 for · 9.63 against n 8 Last 5 | 21.5standard | 10.5 for · 12.75 against n 8 Last 5 |
| Cards shown | 2.75 for · 1 against n 8 Last 5 | 3.5standard | 1.25 for · 1.75 against n 8 Last 5 |
1899 Hoffenheim
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K. Machida n 8 | 68 | 3.1 | 0.2 | — |
| P. Wimmer n 8 | 63.9 | 3 | 1.6 | — |
| A. Hajdari n 8 | 75.3 | 2.5 | 0.4 | — |
| O. Kabak n 8 | 79.6 | 2.4 | 1 | — |
| T. Lemperle n 8 | 64.6 | 2.4 | 0 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Moerstedt n 8 | 21.9 | 4.1 | 3.1 |
| B. Conté n 8 | 50.5 | 2.7 | 1.3 |
| F. Asllani n 8 | 44.6 | 2.5 | 1 |
| V. Gendrey n 8 | 11 | 2 | 1 |
| T. Lemperle n 8 | 64.6 | 1.9 | 1 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Max Moerstedt n 8 | 21.9 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
| V. Gendrey n 8 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| A. Prass n 8 | 35.9 | 0.6 | 0.3 |
| F. Asllani n 8 | 44.6 | 0.5 | 0.3 |
| A. Hložek n 8 | 64.4 | 0 | 0.5 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Bernardo n 8 | 70.3 | 2.7 |
| A. Daghim n 8 | 50.8 | 2.4 |
| B. Conté n 8 | 50.5 | 2.2 |
| P. Wimmer n 8 | 63.9 | 2.1 |
| V. Gendrey n 8 | 11 | 2 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| O. Baumann n 8 | 90 | 2.1 |
RB Leipzig
| Player | Mins | Fouls committed 1+2+ | Fouls won 1+2+ | Likely duel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Konate n 3 | 10.3 | 2.9 | 2.9 | — |
| C. Baumgartner n 8 | 79.8 | 2.3 | 0.8 | — |
| E. Banzuzi n 8 | 70.5 | 2.2 | 1.3 | — |
| Marc Guiu n 8 | 47.5 | 2.1 | 0.7 | — |
| J. Bakayoko n 8 | 26.1 | 1.7 | 0 | — |
| Player | Mins | Shots 1+2+ | Shots on target 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| S. Konate n 3 | 10.3 | 5.8 | 0 |
| J. Bakayoko n 8 | 26.1 | 3 | 1.3 |
| T. Gomis n 8 | 39 | 2.9 | 1.4 |
| B. Gruda n 8 | 66 | 2.4 | 1.2 |
| E. Banzuzi n 8 | 70.5 | 2.2 | 0.6 |
| Player | Mins | Goals 1+2+ | Assists 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. MaksimoviÄ n 8 | 32 | 0.7 | 0.4 |
| T. Gomis n 8 | 39 | 0.9 | 0 |
| C. Nkunku n 8 | 70 | 0.6 | 0.2 |
| R. Reitz n 8 | 52.1 | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| C. Baumgartner n 8 | 79.8 | 0.1 | 0.4 |
| Player | Mins | Tackles 1+2+ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Finkgräfe n 8 | 45.8 | 3.4 |
| E. Banzuzi n 8 | 70.5 | 2.7 |
| R. Reitz n 8 | 52.1 | 2.4 |
| N. Seiwald n 8 | 57.6 | 2.3 |
| L. Klostermann n 8 | 30 | 2.3 |
| Player | Mins | Saves 2+3+ |
|---|---|---|
| Maarten Vandevoordt n 8 | 90 | 5.8 |
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Form, head-to-head & standings
The numbers behind 1899 Hoffenheim v RB Leipzig — recent results, past meetings and where each side sits. (TACTIX’s model forecast is in the projections below.)
- 2026-03-20 RB Leipzig 5–0 1899 Hoffenheim
- 2025-11-08 1899 Hoffenheim 3–1 RB Leipzig
- 2025-04-05 RB Leipzig 3–1 1899 Hoffenheim
- 2024-11-23 1899 Hoffenheim 4–3 RB Leipzig
- 2024-05-03 1899 Hoffenheim 1–1 RB Leipzig
- 2023-12-16 RB Leipzig 3–1 1899 Hoffenheim
Frequently asked questions
- What is the head-to-head record between 1899 Hoffenheim and RB Leipzig?
- In their last 6 meetings, 1899 Hoffenheim won 2, RB Leipzig won 3 and there was 1 draw, averaging 4.33 goals per game.
- What is the recent form of 1899 Hoffenheim and RB Leipzig?
- Recent form — 1899 Hoffenheim 1W 0D 4L; RB Leipzig 2W 0D 3L.
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