Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for FC Köln vs Heidenheim in the Bundesliga. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 16:30 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | FC Köln vs Heidenheim |
|---|---|
| Competition | Bundesliga |
| Date | Sunday, 10 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 16:30 BST |
| Venue | RheinEnergieStadion |
Match Prediction: FC Köln 1-1 Heidenheim
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | 10 Jan 2026 |  Heidenheim vs  FC Köln |
2 – 2 | Walter-Birkhold-Jugendstadion |
| Bundesliga | 18 May 2024 | Heidenheim vs FC Köln |
4 – 1 | Walter-Birkhold-Jugendstadion |
| Bundesliga | 13 Jan 2024 | FC Köln vs Heidenheim |
1 – 1 | RheinEnergieStadion |
FC Köln come into this with a mixed run, but their recent home and away results suggest they are capable of staying in the game if they keep things tight. Heidenheim have also been involved in a string of open matches, including a 3-3 draw away to FC Bayern München, so goals at both ends would not be a surprise. With no xG data available, the recent scorelines are the best guide, and they point towards a competitive contest rather than a one-sided one.
FC Köln’s 4-2-3-1 should give them enough structure to compete in midfield, but the suspension of Eric Martel removes one of their more established options. Heidenheim’s 3-4-3 can create width and put pressure on the Köln back line, especially if their attacking trio get service early. Match Prediction: FC Köln 2-2 Heidenheim
Form Guide & Team Overview
FC Köln
FC Köln’s recent league form has been steady rather than convincing, with three draws, one win and one defeat across their last five. They drew 2-2 away to FC Union Berlin in their most recent outing, which followed a 1-2 home loss to Bayer 04 Leverkusen and a 1-1 draw at St. Pauli.
There was a brighter result in the middle of that run when they beat Werder Bremen 3-1 at home. Before that, they also drew 2-2 away to Eintracht Frankfurt, so their recent pattern has been one of competitive matches with few clean breaks either way.
FC Köln Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | 2 May 2026 |  FC Union Berlin vs FC Köln |
2 – 2 | D | Stadion An der Alten Försterei |
| Bundesliga | 25 Apr 2026 | FC Köln vs  Bayer 04 Leverkusen |
1 – 2 | L | RheinEnergieStadion |
| Bundesliga | 17 Apr 2026 |  St. Pauli vs FC Köln |
1 – 1 | D | Millerntor-Stadion |
| Bundesliga | 12 Apr 2026 | FC Köln vs  Werder Bremen |
3 – 1 | W | RheinEnergieStadion |
| Bundesliga | 5 Apr 2026 |  Eintracht Frankfurt vs FC Köln |
2 – 2 | D | Deutsche Bank Park |
Heidenheim
Heidenheim’s recent league results have been similarly mixed, with two wins, two draws and one defeat in their last five. Their latest match finished 3-3 away to FC Bayern München, which underlines how open their games have been.
Before that, they beat St. Pauli 2-0 at home and FC Union Berlin 3-1 at home, but they also lost 1-2 away to SC Freiburg. The earlier 2-2 draw at Borussia Mönchengladbach adds to the sense that they are regularly involved in matches where both sides can find chances.
Heidenheim Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bundesliga | 2 May 2026 |  FC Bayern München vs Heidenheim |
3 – 3 | D | Allianz Arena |
| Bundesliga | 25 Apr 2026 | Heidenheim vs St. Pauli |
2 – 0 | W | Walter-Birkhold-Jugendstadion |
| Bundesliga | 19 Apr 2026 |  SC Freiburg vs Heidenheim |
2 – 1 | L | Europa-Park Stadion |
| Bundesliga | 11 Apr 2026 | Heidenheim vs FC Union Berlin |
3 – 1 | W | Walter-Birkhold-Jugendstadion |
| Bundesliga | 4 Apr 2026 |  Borussia Mönchengladbach vs Heidenheim |
2 – 2 | D | Stadion im Borussia-Park |
Team News & Injury Report
FC Köln
- Eric Martel (Yellow Card Suspension)
Heidenheim
- Mathias Honsak (Knock)
- Nick Rothweiler (Muscular problems)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
FC Köln (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Marvin Schwäbe (Goalkeeper), Cenk Özkacar (Defender), Jahmai Simpson-Pusey (Defender), Kristoffer Lund (Defender), Sebastian Sebulonsen (Defender), TBC (Midfielder), Jakub Kamiński (Midfielder), Luca Waldschmidt (Midfielder), Marius Bülter (Midfielder), Tom Krauß (Midfielder), Said El Mala (Attacker)
FC Köln’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a solid base, with the double pivot helping protect the back four and keep the game balanced. Said El Mala can then work off the central striker role, with support from the wide and advanced midfield runners around him.
Heidenheim (3-4-3)
Predicted lineup: Diant Ramaj (Goalkeeper), Jonas Föhrenbach (Defender), Marnon Busch (Defender), Patrick Mainka (Defender), Eren Dinkçi (Midfielder), Hennes Behrens (Midfielder), Jan Schöppner (Midfielder), Niklas Dorsch (Midfielder), Arijon Ibrahimovic (Attacker), Budu Zivzivadze (Attacker), Marvin Pieringer (Attacker)
Heidenheim’s predicted 3-4-3 gives them natural width from the wing-back areas and three players high up the pitch to stretch FC Köln. That shape should also allow Arijon Ibrahimovic, Budu Zivzivadze and Marvin Pieringer to stay close enough to combine quickly in the final third.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| FC Köln | Heidenheim | Text |
|---|---|---|
| FC Köln | Heidenheim | Said El Mala against Jonas Föhrenbach could be important if Köln can pin Heidenheim’s left side back and create space between the lines. |
| FC Köln | Heidenheim | Jakub Kamiński against Eren Dinkçi is a useful midfield-to-wide duel, with both players likely to influence how much territory each side can gain. |
| FC Köln | Heidenheim | Said El Mala is key for FC Köln because he is the main attacking reference in the predicted shape and gives them a direct outlet. |
| FC Köln | Heidenheim | Arijon Ibrahimovic is key for Heidenheim because he is part of the front line that can turn their 3-4-3 into a threat in transition and in sustained attacks. |
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