Hoffenheim II vs FC Viktoria Köln: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Saturday 31 October the 3. Liga brings Hoffenheim II against FC Viktoria Köln at Dietmar-Hopp Stadion. Kick-off: 14:00 WAT. In the table, Hoffenheim II are 9th, upper half, on 19 points after 13 matches; FC Viktoria Köln are 1st (leading the league) with 29.
Current form
Hoffenheim II, last 5: LWLLW Their latest outing: 1–4 defeat to Waldhof Mannheim, away. Goals for and against: 1.7 scored, 2.0 conceded per game.
FC Viktoria Köln, last 5: WDDWD Their latest outing: 3–1 win over Verl, at home. The attack is flying at 2.7 goals per game.
Momentum favours FC Viktoria Köln, collecting 2.0 points per game to 1.5 for Hoffenheim II.
Head to head
When they last met (22 Feb 2026) it ended Hoffenheim II 1–3 FC Viktoria Köln.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Hoffenheim II 1.8 xG, FC Viktoria Köln 2.1 xG – a total near 3.9. That is an open game on paper: 74% for three or more goals, 68% for GG. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Hoffenheim II 34%, draw 20%, FC Viktoria Köln 46%.
GG/NG: GG (68%) at 1.33.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Both teams to score (68%, odds 1.33). Most likely score in line with that pick: Hoffenheim II 1–2 FC Viktoria Köln. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Hoffenheim II34%fair 2.98 · @2.62
Draw20%fair 4.99 · @3.60
FC Viktoria Köln46%fair 2.15 · @2.20
3.86Expected goals
1.77Hoffenheim II xG
2.09FC Viktoria Köln xG
68%Both score
74%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–28%
1–18%
2–27%
2–17%
1–36%
2–35%
From our goals model: Hoffenheim II 1.8 – 2.1 FC Viktoria Köln expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Hoffenheim II vs FC Viktoria Köln?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 68% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.33.
Who will win Hoffenheim II vs FC Viktoria Köln?
On our numbers Hoffenheim II have a 34% chance of winning, the draw 20% and FC Viktoria Köln 46%.
How many goals will there be in Hoffenheim II vs FC Viktoria Köln?
We expect about 3.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 74% likely and both teams score 68% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Hoffenheim II vs FC Viktoria Köln?
Our predicted score is Hoffenheim II 1–2 FC Viktoria Köln, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 3.9 goals in total.
When is Hoffenheim II vs FC Viktoria Köln?
Hoffenheim II vs FC Viktoria Köln (3. Liga) kicks off on Saturday 31 October 2026 at 14:00 (West Africa Time) at Dietmar-Hopp Stadion.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.