Heidenheim vs Kaiserslautern prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on October 9, 2026
On October 9, 2026, Heidenheim and Kaiserslautern will face off in the 7th round of Germany's 2. Bundesliga. The hosts are battling for promotion and will be aiming to secure a victory.
Heidenheim - Kaiserslautern team news and expert analysis
The club from the "Voith-Arena" made an impressive Bundesliga debut and even finished as high as eighth. However, they ended last spring in second-to-last place. After relegation, they made a solid start at the lower level but were immediately knocked out of the cup. They also settled for a draw against Arminia in their most recent league outing.
The team from the "Fritz-Walter-Stadion" reached the cup final in 2024. However, they have only recently established themselves in the 2. Bundesliga, finishing sixth last spring with 52 points. They made a strong start this season but stumbled in their most recent match, suffering their first defeat — 0-3 away to Magdeburg.
The players who were still competing in the top flight last spring are averaging 2.33 goals scored and 2.00 conceded at the lower level. Sahin's side, meanwhile, are averaging one goal scored and just 0.67 conceded.
Previous matches: Heidenheim - Kaiserslautern
Both of the most recent competitive meetings ended in 2-2 draws — but those games were played in the 2022/2023 season.
The hosts are considered fairly clear favourites. However, the visitors are also in good form — our pick is "over 2.5 goals" (odds — 1.60).
Heidenheim - Kaiserslautern: key statistics and trends
- Heidenheim have won three of their last four matches
- 67% of Heidenheim's matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 4.33 goals per game
- Kaiserslautern have won three of their last four matches
- 17% of Kaiserslautern's matches feature goals from both teams, with an average total of 1.67 goals per game
Heidenheim - Kaiserslautern: possible starting lineups
Heidenheim play in a 1-4-4-2 formation (possible lineup): Dene - Heule, Ferenbach, Mainka, Busch - Conte, Niehues, Schöppner, Hennrich - Zivzivadze, Föhr
Kaiserslautern play in a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (possible lineup): Krahl - Murphy, Gyamfi, Elvedi - Haas, Sahin, Robinson, Zolinski - Ritter, Tazemeta - Kanate
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