Wolfsburg vs Köln: Lineups, Predictions and Betting Tips Predictions

Wolfsburg vs Köln Predictions, Lineups and Betting Tips

Match Details: Saturday 13th September | Volkswagen Arena | Bundesliga | 14:30 GMT

Once the international break is over we head straight into the third game week of the Bundesliga season and amongst the array of fixtures on display, Wolfsburg will take on Köln on Saturday afternoon.

Both sides have hit the ground running tremendously in the German top flight, as they each remain unbeaten from the opening two. The visitors have won both of their games, as they compete right at the top of the table.

Key Betting Tip: Both Teams to Score offers good value @ 1.70.

Wolfsburg vs Köln Predicted Lineups

Wolfsburg Predicted XI: Grabara, Zehnter, Koulierakis, Jenz, Fischer, Souza, Arnold, Wimmer, Majer, Skov Olsen, Pejcinovic

Wolfsburg have three injuries within their squad; Denis Vavro, Kevin Paredes and Rogério are the ones suffering and will not be available for this fixture.

Wolfsburg’s Matthias Svanberg also picked up a red card in his last match against Mainz and will therefore be suspended for Saturday’s game.

Köln Predicted XI: Schwäbe, Hansen, van den Berg, Schmied, Sebulonsen, Martel, Huseinbasic, Kaminski, Johannesson, Thielmann, Bülter

Köln only have two absences in their squad, as both Dominique Heintz and Timo Hübers are currently out with illnesses and injuries. However, they may both be back in time for Saturday’s game.

Wolfsburg and Köln Current Form and Standings

Wolfsburg have made positive progress in the new Bundesliga campaign. The Wolves have picked up four points from their opening two games, which sticks them sixth in the league table. They managed to defeat FC Heidenheim away on opening day, after two second half goals separated the 1-1 scoreline to 3-1. Wolfsburg’s second game then finished as a draw, after Mainz equalised in the 90th minute to share the points with them.

Köln have had a flying start to the season, as they remain unbeaten and have won both of their matches. The Billy Goats now have six points under their belt, which lands them in third spot in the Bundesliga table, trailing top spot via goal difference. Köln scraped past Mainz on day one, after Bülter won the game for them in the 90th minute with the only goal in the match. Their second game came much easier, as they cruised past Freiburg with a 4-1 scoreline.

Wolfsburg vs Köln Head-to-Head Timeline

Despite league positions, its Wolfsburg who have dominated this fixture in recent years. Köln haven’t beaten Saturday’s opponents in over three years.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• Wolfsburg 1-1 Köln, 27/01/24 (Bundesliga)
• Köln 1-2 Wolfsburg, 26/08/23 (Bundesliga)
• Köln 0-2 Wolfsburg, 25/02/23 (Bundesliga)
• Wolfsburg 2-4 Köln, 03/09/22 (Bundesliga)
• Köln 0-1 Wolfsburg, 07/05/22 (Bundesliga)

Saturday will be the first time these sides have met in over 19 months.

Wolfsburg vs Köln Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a 2-2. This model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability and tactical matchups.

Best Wolfsburg vs Köln Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Both Teams to Score @ 1.70 (Kwiff).

(Odds are subject to change)

Key Players to Watch: Wolfsburg vs Köln

Maximilian Arnold (Wolfsburg) - The defensive midfielder has now entered his 15th season with Wolfsburg and has already contributed to his team. The 31-year-old grabbed an assist in Wolfsburg’s first game of the season against FC Heidenheim.

Marius Bülter (Köln) - The winger has got off to a flying start in the Bundesliga this campaign. Just two matches in, the 32-year-old has scored two and assisted two and has contributed in every game so far. Bülter was a new summer signing, after he arrived from Hoffenheim back in July.

Wolfsburg vs Köln Match Facts

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• Stadium Information: The Volkswagen Arena in Wolfsburg, Germany, was opened in 2002 and can hold up to 30,000 people on a match day.