Dusseldorf vs FC Koln Prediction 21 Sep 2024

⚽ 2. Bundesliga - Round 6 Preview

📅 21 Sep 2024

⏰ 12:00 GMT +1

🏟 Merkur Spiel-Arena (Düsseldorf)

Dusseldorf sits comfortably at the top of the 2. Bundesliga table after five matches, having won four and drawn one. They have scored seven goals while conceding just one, which reflects their defensive strength, currently the best in the league. At home, they have played two matches, winning one and drawing the other, with a narrow scoreline of 1:0. In their most recent fixture, Dusseldorf secured a 2:0 win against Hertha Berlin. Key players for Dusseldorf include Dawid Kownacki, who has been solid throughout, and defensive stalwarts Florian Kastenmeier and Matthias Zimmermann, who have played every minute of the season.

FC Koln, positioned 8th in the standings, has been more volatile with two wins, one draw, and two losses. Despite this, they have displayed attacking strength, scoring 12 goals, which is one of the highest in the league, though they’ve conceded seven. Their away form has been decent, with one win and one draw, netting five goals in those matches. However, in their last match, FC Koln suffered a 1:2 loss to Magdeburg. Key players for Koln include Leart Paqarada, a consistent presence in defense, along with creative playmakers Linton Maina, the league’s top assistant with three assists, and Dejan Ljubicic.

In recent meetings between the two, Dusseldorf has a slight edge with two wins, while FC Koln won once, and two matches ended in draws. Their last encounter in May 2020 ended in a 2:2 draw. While Koln boasts a superior attack, Dusseldorf's defensive resilience may tip the balance in their favor.

Where to watch Dusseldorf vs FC Koln?

📺 Link to watch Dusseldorf vs FC Koln Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Dawid Kownacki (Dusseldorf): Reliable up front, delivering key goals for his team.
• Linton Maina (FC Koln): A creative force, currently leading the league with three assists.
• Florian Kastenmeier (Dusseldorf): The backbone of Dusseldorf's defense, playing every minute so far.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Dusseldorf has won four out of five matches this season.
• FC Koln has scored in all five of their matches.
• Dusseldorf has the best defensive record in the league, conceding only one goal.

💡 Dusseldorf vs FC Koln Prediction

This clash will see Dusseldorf's top-tier defense face off against FC Koln's potent attack. Dusseldorf’s home advantage and consistent defensive performances could limit Koln’s scoring opportunities. However, Koln’s offensive power ensures they will likely get on the scoresheet. A close contest is expected, with Dusseldorf slightly favored to edge the match 2-1 or 1-0.

Dusseldorf vs FC Koln Betting Tips

• Dusseldorf to win
• Under 2.5 goals
• Both teams to score