Hoffenheim will be looking to continue their push for European qualification when they welcome a dangerous Borussia Monchengladbach side to the PreZero Arena.
Can the hosts pile more pressure on the top four, or will the visitors continue their epic return to form? Read our Hoffenheim vs Borussia Monchengladbach prediction and preview to find out, but don’t forget to also check out our other Bundesliga predictions.
Contents
- 1 Hoffenheim vs Borussia Monchengladbach prediction: Goals galore on the cards
- 2 Pre-game odds and win probability: Hoffenheim backed to win
- 3 Most recent H2Hs: Gladbach have the edge
- 4 Hoffenheim preview: European push continues
- 5 Borussia Monchengladbach preview: Promising start to 2026
- 6 Player to watch: Haris Tabakovic
Hoffenheim vs Borussia Monchengladbach prediction: Goals galore on the cards
Key Stats
- Only two Bundesliga clubs have conceded fewer first-half goals than Hoffenheim (9).
- Only five of Gladbach’s 16 Bundesliga games this season have seen both teams score.
- None of Hoffenheim’s seven home Bundesliga matches were level at half-time.
- Gladbach’s five Bundesliga victories have all seen them score first.
Correct score prediction: Hoffenheim 2-2 Borussia Monchengladbach
We could have an absolute thriller on our hands at the PreZero Arena considering the recent form of both teams.
Wednesday will mark Hoffenheim’s first match of 2026, after the team saw last weekend’s fixture with Werder Bremen postponed due to heavy snowfall in northern Germany.
It has been over a month since Hoffenheim played a competitive game, while Gladbach returned to action in stunning fashion, thumping Augsburg 4-0.
The hosts are pushing for Europe, though the fact Gladbach have won two of their last three visits to Hoffenheim will fill them with confidence.
There’s a lot to like about this fixture, and we are backing a high scoring draw.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Hoffenheim backed to win
HOME: 17/20 (1.85) – 54.10%
DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.30%
AWAY: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.30%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Looking at those Hoffenheim vs Borussia Monchengladbach odds, the bookmakers are putting their trust in the home team.
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Most recent H2Hs: Gladbach have the edge
When it comes to pure goalscoring drama, this fixture has a tendency to deliver in a big way.
There have been a total of 35 goals across seven previous meetings, including eight in a thrilling 4-4 draw back in May.
When it comes to results, Gladbach have the edge having won five of their last seven meetings – this includes a couple of victories away from home.
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Hoffenheim preview: European push continues
Hoffenheim have won six of their previous nine Bundesliga matches, including a run of four straight victories at home. With Christian Ilzer’s side picking up points left, right and centre, they have been able to move within touching distance of the top four.
In terms of absentees, Die Kraichgauer are missing a handful of names. Defender Albian Hajdari, for instance, is suspended. Adam Hlozek and Koki Machida, on the other hand, are currently on the injury list.
Predicted lineup: Baumann (GK), Coufal, Hranac, Kabak, Prass, Kramaric, Avdullahu, Burger, Lemperle, Asllani & Toure
Last five matches
- VfB Stuttgart 0-0 TSG Hoffenheim (Bundesliga)
- TSG Hoffenheim 4-1 Hamburger SV (Bundesliga)
- Borussia Dortmund 2-0 TSG Hoffenheim (Bundesliga)
- TSG Hoffenheim 3-0 FC Augsburg (Bundesliga)
- FSV Mainz 05 1-1 TSG Hoffenheim (Bundesliga)
Borussia Monchengladbach preview: Promising start to 2026
Borussia Monchengladbach went into the winter break on the back of a couple defeats, though Eugen Polanski’s men certainly bounced back in style as they kicked off 2026 with a 4-0 demolition of Augsburg.
In terms of injuries, forward Robin Hack has been struggling with a knee problem and will remain on the sidelines. The same goes for Tim Kleindienst, who scored 16 goals last season.
In a further blow, midfielder Nathan Ngoumou continues to recover from his Achilles tendon injury.
Predicted lineup: Nicolas (GK), Sander, Elvedi, Diks, Scally, Reitz, Engelhardt, Netz, Honorat, Neuhaus & Tabakovic
Last five matches
- Borussia Monchengladbach 4-0 FC Augsburg (Bundesliga)
- Borussia Dortmund 2-0 Borussia Monchengladbach (Bundesliga)
- Borussia Monchengladbach 1-3 VfL Wolfsburg (Bundesliga)
- FSV Mainz 05 0-1 Borussia Monchengladbach (Bundesliga)
- Borussia Monchengladbach 1-2 FC St. Pauli (DFB Pokal)
Player to watch: Haris Tabakovic

We outlined Haris Tabakovic as the man to watch ahead of Gladbach’s clash with Augsburg, and the Bosnian ended up scoring two goals in a thrilling 4-0 victory.
The 31-year-old has nine Bundesliga goals to his name this season, as well as two assists. We are backing Tabakovic to boost those numbers against Hoffenheim.