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Hoffenheim vs Bayern Munich – Predictions, Odds & Betting tips 12/03/2022, Team News and Lineups
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Bookmaker Ratings prediction one: Handicap – Hoffenheim +1 Handicap – 2.38
Bookmaker Ratings prediction two: Team Goals – Hoffenheim to Score Over 1.5 Goals – 2.1
Hoffenheim +1 Handicap
Bayern weren’t really stretched in the week, but their Champions League exploits mean that they’ve not had as long to prepare for this game as the hosts. Moreover, Bayern certainly haven’t always run away with games against top-half teams this season, either drawing or winning by just one against the likes of Dortmund, Mainz, Leverkusen, and Leipzig, as well as Frankfurt, who are currently 10th. This spells hope for the hosts, who on their current run could easily hold out for a point, or at least look to have a slightly greater chance of doing so than the current prices suggest.
Hoffenheim to Score Over 1.5 Goals
At home, Hoffenheim have had little trouble putting the ball in the back of the net this term, scoring an average of 2.25 goals, while it’s not as if Bayern have been defensively superb against top-half opposition, conceding two or more against the likes of Leipzig, Dortmund, Union Berlin, and FC Koln.
Preliminary review and match prediction for Hoffenheim vs Bayern Munich
With Champions League football in their sights, the Hoffenheim boys have shifted through the gears of late, winning not one, not two, not three, but four games on the spin. Such a run has propelled the boys in blue into the top four, and they’re now just two points behind Bayer Leverkusen, who occupy third place.
In general, PreZero Arena is a tough place to go. In 2022, only Freiburg and Dortmund have returned home with all three points, while the hosts have lost only two of their last 12 at home in all competitions. Only the current top three have accumulated more home points than Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga this season. Combine this record with their recent form and Sebastian Hoeneß’s men ought to arrive at Saturday’s feeling confident, even if they are up against the league leaders.
Bayern’s current European adventure was extended on Tuesday night, as they made light work of brushing against Red Bull Salzburg, scoring seven goals en route to an emphatic victory. Domestically, things have also been going predictably well, though their record is not without blemishes.
The visitors failed to win in front of a home crowd last weekend, drawing 1-1 against Leverkusen, while it was a month ago that they came unstuck against Bochum, losing by four goals to two. Though they are the mighty ones in this division, Julian Nagelsmann’s men are clearly not infallible, and having seen Leverkusen frustrate the team that is nine points clear at the top, Saturday’s hosts will fancy themselves to get a result.
Quick Rich
If you want to take something at bigger odds, then take a chance on Georginio Rutter to find the net. The Hoffenheim forward has notched six times in the Bundesliga this term, and his goals have often come against the better teams, scoring against the likes of Frankfurt and Dortmund. Averaging 3.09 shots per 90 minutes, the Frenchman is worth betting on to notch against a team that for all its offensive power, often gives opposition strikers a chance.
Hoffenheim vs Bayern Munich Team News
Sebastian Rudy and Chris Richards remain sidelined for the hosts, as does Robert Skov. Bayern are expected to be without Corentin Tolisso and Leon Goretzka, while Alphonso Davies is still out with a heart complication.
Starting Line-ups
Hoffenheim: Baumann, Posch, Grillitsch, Akpoguma, Raum, Stiller, Samessekou, Kaderabek, Baumgartner, Bebou, Kramaric.
Bayern Munich: Neuer, Hernandez, Sule, Pavard, Gnabry, Kimmich, Roca, Sabitzer, Muller, Sane, Lewandowski.
Highlighted Player
Munas Dabbur
Munas Dabbur plays something of a talismanic role for Hoffenheim. The Israeli creator has three goals and four assists to his name this season, averaging 0.65 goals and assists combined per 90 minutes. If the hosts are to get something on Saturday, then their number 10 is likely to have a big say.
Most Popular FAQ for Hoffenheim vs Bayern Munich
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
Earlier in the campaign, Bayern beat Hoffenheim by four goals to nil at Allianz Arena.
Where will this fixture be played?
This fixture will take place at PreZero Arena.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out both William Hill and Vbet ahead of this fixture.
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