{"id":1434700,"date":"2026-02-25T09:18:29","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T09:18:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1434700"},"modified":"2026-02-25T09:18:31","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T09:18:31","slug":"match-preview-augsburg-vs-koln-27-02-26-bundesliga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-augsburg-vs-koln-27-02-26-bundesliga\/","title":{"rendered":"Augsburg vs Koln: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With just four points separating Augsburg<\/a> and Koln<\/a> in the Bundesliga<\/a> table, this matchup promises plenty of intrigue as both sides aim to climb the standings in the crucial run-in. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recent meetings have been fiercely contested, and with both attacks showing flashes of quality but neither defence particularly watertight, the stage is set for an unpredictable battle. Kick-off is at 19:30 on Friday 27 February at Augsburg\u2019s WWK Arena.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on recent head-to-head history and season-long attacking output, our top betting recommendations for Augsburg vs Koln are outlined below. We’re particularly confident in the draw due to the teams\u2019 evenly matched records and high frequency of stalemates in their recent encounters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Draw<\/strong><\/td>\nBetfair<\/a> and 13\/5<\/a>
(27.8%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nSix of the last ten meetings between Augsburg and Koln have ended level, including the most recent three. Both sides are closely matched statistically this season, making another draw a solid value play at these odds.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Under 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\nBet365<\/a> and 11\/10<\/a>
(47.6%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nFour of the last six head-to-heads have finished with two or fewer goals, and neither side\u2019s attack has consistently outperformed their xG. Augsburg convert just 9.5% of shots, Koln 11%, suggesting goals could be at a premium.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Augsburg currently sit 10th with 28 points from 23 matches, while Koln are 12th on 24 points. Both sides have struggled defensively\u2014Augsburg have shipped 41 goals to Koln\u2019s 39\u2014but Koln edge the attacking stats (33 goals, 23 assists) and possess a slightly better goal difference. Neither club boasts a prolific striker, so attacking output has been shared among the squad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Augsburg<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n23<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n28<\/td>\n41<\/td>\n-13<\/td>\n28<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Koln<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n23<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n33<\/td>\n39<\/td>\n-6<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Potential Match-Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Neither side has a league-leading scorer, but several players could prove decisive. For Augsburg, Michael Gregoritsch stands out as a consistent threat up front, while Alexis Claude-Maurice in midfield has the ability to break lines and support attacks. Koln\u2019s Gian-Luca Waldschmidt has been involved in a healthy number of goals per minute on the pitch, and Jakub Kaminski contributes with high energy and creativity in advanced positions. With both teams favouring a collective approach, look for these names to play pivotal roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Head-to-Head: Last 6 Meetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The last six meetings between Augsburg and Koln have been quite one-sided, with three draws and three wins for Koln. The most recent three matches have all ended 1-1, highlighting just how tough it is to separate these two sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Date<\/th>\nScore<\/th>\nCompetition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    18\/10\/25<\/td>\nKoln 1-1 Augsburg<\/td>\nBundesliga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    31\/03\/24<\/td>\nAugsburg 1-1 Koln<\/td>\nBundesliga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    04\/11\/23<\/td>\nKoln 1-1 Augsburg<\/td>\nBundesliga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    08\/04\/23<\/td>\nAugsburg 1-3 Koln<\/td>\nBundesliga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    16\/10\/22<\/td>\nKoln 3-2 Augsburg<\/td>\nBundesliga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    30\/04\/22<\/td>\nAugsburg 1-4 Koln<\/td>\nBundesliga<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    With both Augsburg and Koln struggling to find consistency and each boasting a remarkably even head-to-head record, this clash has all the hallmarks of another stalemate. Will either side finally break the run of draws, or is another tight contest on the cards? Our prediction leans towards a share of the spoils, and there may be value in combining the draw at 13\/5 with Betfair<\/a> (27.8%) with under 2.5 goals at 11\/10 with Bet365<\/a> (47.6%).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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