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FC Koln

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  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Koln Should Have the Edge

We’re a big fan of promotion contenders Koln at odds of 1.70 to defeat Nurnberg, with this Full-Time Result bet standing out. There’s a nice return that could be landed and we think a win might happen.

Koln 3-1 Victors When Teams Met Last

Nurnberg have lost their last three home games, most recently being beaten 3-1 by Elversberg at Max-Morlock-Stadion. The Bavaria side managed two shots on target and had 50% possession, with Janis Antiste bagging the goal.

FC Koln played Jahn Regensburg at home in their previous game. It was a 1-1 draw at RheinEnergieSTADION. The Billy Goats boasted 67% possession and had five shots on goal, with Tim Lemperle finding the net.

The last clash between Koln and Nurnberg saw the former triumph at home. It was a 3-1 scoreline at RheinEnergieSTADION.

2. Bundesliga G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 FC Koln logo FC Koln 34 18 7 9 53 38 15 53:38 61
10 Nurnberg logo Nurnberg 34 14 6 14 60 57 3 60:57 48
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Nurnberg – Last 10 League Games

3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 6.2 attempts. Nurnberg have had 49.8% possession and 3.2 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.7 goals from 5.8 shots on goal and 13.2 attempts, while being awarded 5.9 corners.

Mahir Emreli leads the way with 4 goals, with Janis Antiste and Julian Justvan getting 3 apiece. Caspar Jander and Julian Justvan are the leading assists makers with 3.

FC Koln – Last 10 League Games

Koln have won 4, lost 3 and drawn 3, with an average of 4.7 shots on goal, 12.0 attempts and 1.1 goals. The North Rhine-Westphalia outfit average 55.9% possession, 5.7 corners awarded and 4.3 corners against, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 9.4 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal.

Gian-Luca Waldschmidt got 4 goals, Tim Lemperle notched 2, while Damion Downs and two other players scored 1. Gian-Luca Waldschmidt is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 3.

Confirmed Lineups

Nurnberg confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Michal Kukucka (GK), Tim Drexler, Robin Knoche, Fabio Gruber, Tim Janisch, Julian Justvan, Caspar Jander, Rafael Lubach, Berkay Yilmaz, Janis Antiste, Mahir Emreli.

FC Koln confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Marvin Schwaebe (GK), Jusuf Gazibegovic, Timo Huebers, Dominique Heintz, Leart Paqarada, Eric Martel, Denis Huseinbasic, Jan Thielmann, Gian-Luca Waldschmidt, Florian Kainz, Tim Lemperle.

Expert 2. Bundesliga Analysis

Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.

Key Nurnberg vs FC Koln league stats:

  • Koln have won 11 of their last 20 games.
  • Nurnberg have lost 4 of their last 5 games at home.
  • Nurnberg have lost their last 3 games at home.

Nurnberg vs FC Koln Prediction

There’s a realistic prospect that we’ll see Koln secure a win and they are priced at 1.70 to triumph in this 2. Bundesliga encounter. We think that the price offers bettors plenty of juice.

If you’re expecting Koln to triumph but also anticipate that they’ll achieve a shut-out, then it is logical to wager the bigger price on the Result + Both Teams to Score No market.

Koln to Win Probability

According to the betting sites, our pick has a 58.8% chance of landing a return. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

Our Pick

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Correct Score Prediction

Nurnberg Nurnberg logo 0 - 2 Koln logo Koln

A potentially entertaining bet is going for Koln to win by a 2-0 scoreline. At odds of 8.50, there’s the chance to get a handsome return should this wager win.

Player Props

Top Pick: Tim Lemperle to Score 2.65 bet365 logo

Tim Lemperle (Koln) has racked up two goals in his past five 2. Bundesliga matches. We’re happy to take the 2.65 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

Latest Tim Lemperle Player Prop Odds

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Corners Prediction

Nurnberg Over 4.5 Corners 1.83 bet365 logo

The past 10 Nurnberg home games have involved them having an average of 6.10 corners, with Koln conceding over 4.5 corners in their previous three away matches. If you agree with our verdict that the Nurnberg Team Corners line can be covered, then you can secure odds of 1.83 that this happens.

Corner Stats

League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Nurnberg Logo Nurnberg
Total
9.10 3.20 5.90
Home
10.20 6.10 4.10
Away
10.10 3.90 6.20
Koln Logo Koln
Total
10.00 5.70 4.30
Home
10.90 6.60 4.30
Away
11.30 5.90 5.40

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Nurnberg vs FC Koln Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result Koln 1.70
Both Team To Score No 2.38
Team Corners Nurnberg Over 4.5 1.83

A same-game multi always adds excitement and the picks are Koln to win, No on the BTTS market combined with Nurnberg to rack up over 4.5 corners.

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Nurnberg vs FC Koln Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Koln Match Odds Suggest Victory

The bookies betting odds have FC Koln as 1.57 favourites for this 2. Bundesliga clash, implying that they are 64% likely to win the match. Nurnberg are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at 5.25.

The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite. For those expecting both sides to find the net, Both Teams to Score Yes is available at 1.57.

There are hundreds of markets when it comes to betting on the 2. Bundesliga coupon and we recommend visiting the leading betting sites to find the bet that matches your view on the game.

Damion Downs Top of First Goalscorer List

Damion Downs is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at 4.35. Alternatively, there’s the chance to back him to find the net at any stage at 2.18.

Player Goals

Damion Downs (Koln)
First
4.35
Anytime
2.18
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Imad Rondic (Koln)
First
4.80
Anytime
2.33
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Tim Lemperle (Koln)
First
4.40
Anytime
2.33
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Steffen Tigges (Koln)
First
5.10
Anytime
2.48
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Team Stats

Nurnberg logo Nurnberg League Stats

FC Koln logo FC Koln League Stats

Full-Time Result

  • 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draws in previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

  • 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draws in previous 10 away matches

Goals

Goals

Corners

Corners

Possession

Possession

Top Scorers & Assists

Top Scorers & Assists

Team News

If you’re looking for Nurnberg vs Koln team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.

If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the 2. Bundesliga squads.

Nurnberg vs FC Koln Lineups

Nurnberg Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2

FC Koln Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Nurnberg Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2

37 Michal Kukucka
5 Tim Drexler 31 Robin Knoche 4 Fabio Gruber
32 Tim Janisch 10 Julian Justvan 20 Caspar Jander 18 Rafael Lubach 21 Berkay Yilmaz
28 Janis Antiste 30 Mahir Emreli
1 Marvin Schwaebe
25 Jusuf Gazibegovic 4 Timo Huebers 3 Dominique Heintz 17 Leart Paqarada
6 Eric Martel 8 Denis Huseinbasic
29 Jan Thielmann 9 G. Waldschmidt 11 Florian Kainz
19 Tim Lemperle

FC Koln Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

Nurnberg Substitutes

  • 2Oliver Villadsen
  • 6Florian Flick
  • 14Benjamin Goller
  • 22Enrico Valentini
  • 26Christian Mathenia
  • 38Winners Osawe
  • 41Eric Porstner
  • 42Tino Kusanovic
  • 46Levin Chiumento

FC Koln Substitutes

  • 2Joel Schmied
  • 13Mark Uth
  • 20Philipp Pentke
  • 24Julian Pauli
  • 27Imad Rondic
  • 37Linton Maina
  • 42Damion Downs
  • 47Mathias Olesen
  • 49Neo Telle

Previous Nurnberg Lineups

04 May 2. Bundesliga
Nurnberg 1-3 Elversberg
27 Apr 2. Bundesliga
F. Dusseldorf 3-3 Nurnberg
19 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Nurnberg 2-3 Paderborn
13 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Kaiserslautern 1-2 Nurnberg
05 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Nurnberg 0-3 Hamburger SV
30 Mar 2. Bundesliga
Regensburg 2-1 Nurnberg

Previous FC Koln Lineups

04 May 2. Bundesliga
FC Koln 1-1 Regensburg
27 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Hannover 96 1-0 FC Koln
20 Apr 2. Bundesliga
FC Koln 3-1 Preussen Munster
12 Apr 2. Bundesliga
Greuther Furth 1-1 FC Koln
06 Apr 2. Bundesliga
FC Koln 0-1 Hertha BSC
29 Mar 2. Bundesliga
Paderborn 1-2 FC Koln

Injuries & Suspensions

Nurnberg Injury Table

Type Name Info
Rafael Lubach Yellow cards
Michal Kukucka Calf
Jens Castrop Knee

FC Koln Injury Table

Type Name Info
J. Steen Christensen Knee
Florian Dietz Shoulder
Jaka Cuber Potocnik Calf
Luca Kilian Cruciate ligame

Germany Flag2. Bundesliga Table

2024/2025 Season

# Team G W D L +/- P
1 FC Koln 34 18 7 9 53:38 61
2 Hamburger SV 34 16 11 7 78:44 59
3 Elversberg 34 16 10 8 64:37 58
4 Paderborn 34 15 10 9 56:46 55
5 Magdeburg 34 14 11 9 64:52 53
6 F. Dusseldorf 34 14 11 9 57:52 53
7 Kaiserslautern 34 15 8 11 56:55 53
8 Karlsruher 34 14 10 10 57:55 52
9 Hannover 96 34 13 12 9 41:36 51
10 Nurnberg 34 14 6 14 60:57 48
11 Hertha BSC 34 12 8 14 49:51 44
12 Darmstadt 34 11 9 14 56:55 42
13 Greuther Furth 34 10 9 15 45:59 39
14 Schalke 04 34 10 8 16 52:62 38
15 Preussen Munster 34 8 12 14 40:43 36
16 Braunschweig 34 8 11 15 38:64 35
17 Ulm 34 6 12 16 36:48 30
18 Regensburg 34 6 7 21 23:71 25
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Kaiserslautern 17 9 5 3 34:22 32
2 Hamburger SV 17 8 7 2 44:20 31
3 FC Koln 17 9 4 4 33:18 31
4 Hannover 96 17 8 7 2 23:15 31
5 Karlsruher 17 9 4 4 31:24 31
6 Elversberg 17 9 3 5 39:25 30
7 Darmstadt 17 8 4 5 29:20 28
8 Paderborn 17 8 3 6 30:23 27
9 Nurnberg 17 8 2 7 30:28 26
10 F. Dusseldorf 17 7 5 5 29:27 26
11 Greuther Furth 17 6 5 6 26:30 23
12 Braunschweig 17 6 5 6 22:26 23
13 Regensburg 17 6 5 6 14:19 23
14 Magdeburg 17 5 7 5 28:29 22
15 Schalke 04 17 6 3 8 31:35 21
16 Preussen Munster 17 4 7 6 17:17 19
17 Ulm 17 4 5 8 21:22 17
18 Hertha BSC 17 4 5 8 20:24 17