Hertha Berlin-Hoffenheim Statistical Preview

Team News

 Hertha Berlin

Yanni Regäsel could start at right-back again, with Peter Pekarík and Mitchell Weiser expected to miss out.
Tolga Cigerci and Valentin Stocker compete for a spot on the left wing.
Otherwise, manager Pal Dardai has no reason to make any changes.

 Hoffenheim

Ermin Bicakcic should start at centre-back again, with Tobias Strobl switching to defensive midfield.
Jeremy Toljan and Pavel Kaderabek compete for the spot at right-back.
Eugen Polanski will replace the suspended Pirmin Schwegler in central midfield.
Match Facts
Hoffenheim have failed to score in their last 3 matches in the Bundesliga.
There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Hoffenheim's last 3 games in the Bundesliga.
Hoffenheim have failed to win 11 of their last 12 matches in the Bundesliga.

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Prediction

Hertha won three of their last five games and are one of the surprise packages this season. They are balanced despite a number of injury concerns and currently occupy fourth spot.
Hoffenheim's defence has stabilised under new manager Huub Stevens, but they need to find a way to maximise their huge attacking potential. They have not scored in three straight games.
Expect this to be a close and competitive game from the outset.