Heidenheim vs Borussia Moenchengladbach Prediction and Betting Tips - bettingexpert

The Bundesliga action on 1st March 2025 sees FC Heidenheim take on Borussia Moenchengladbach at Voith-Arena. As we approach the 24th round of this thrilling competition, Heidenheim is desperate for points to climb out of the relegation zone, currently sitting 16th with just 15 points. Conversely, Moenchengladbach, positioned 9th with 34 points, aims to bolster their position for European qualification.

Despite Heidenheim’s struggles, including a draw and four losses in their last five fixtures, they managed a commendable 2-2 draw against RB Leipzig recently. Conversely, Gladbach will seek redemption after a surprising 3-0 defeat to Augsburg but maintain a stronger form with three wins, a draw, and a loss in their last five matches.
Both teams face injury concerns, with Heidenheim missing key players like Niklas Dorsch, while

Moenchengladbach’s Jonas Omlin, their first-choice goalkeeper, will be suspended. Expect a determined visiting side led by top scorer Tim Kleindienst.

Given Heidenheim’s defensive frailties and Moenchengladbach’s significant attacking threat, our prediction leans towards an away win. The odds reflect this with a 2.28 leaning towards Gladbach, while Heidenheim stands at 2.93.

FC Heidenheim vs Borussia Moenchengladbach Prediction & Betting Tip

Given the betting odds and the recent performances of both teams, we’re recommending a win for Borussia Moenchengladbach. Despite their recent setback against Augsburg, Gladbach has shown strong form with three wins in their last five games. In contrast, Heidenheim has struggled, suffering four losses and a draw in the same period. Gladbach’s firepower, particularly from top scorer Tim Kleindienst, is expected to be the decisive factor in this match.

FC Heidenheim vs Borussia Moenchengladbach Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Borussia Moenchengladbach to win	2.28

• Borussia Moenchengladbach has better recent form with 3 wins in their last 5 matches.
• FC Heidenheim has been struggling with 4 losses in their last 5 games.
• Borussia Moenchengladbach has a potent attacking line-up and has scored in 82% of their away matches this season.

Alright, let’s dive into the match preview for FC Heidenheim vs Borussia Moenchengladbach. This game promises to be an interesting clash as these two teams come from different ends of recent form.

FC Heidenheim Team Analysis

Recent Performance

Heidenheim is going through a rough patch, which is reflected in their performance over the last five matches. With one draw and four losses, they are finding it hard to gain traction in the Bundesliga. Let’s take a look at their recent results:

Home team	Away team	Result
RB Leipzig	FC Heidenheim	2-2 (Draw)
FC Heidenheim	FC Copenhagen	1-2 (Loss) (AET: 0-1)
FC Heidenheim	Mainz 05	0-2 (Loss)
FC Copenhagen	FC Heidenheim	1-2 (Win)
Freiburg	FC Heidenheim	1-0 (Loss)

Recent Form: DLLWL

Heidenheim has struggled defensively, keeping zero clean sheets in their last five games. With an average of 1.00 goal scored per match, they need to find their scoring boots quickly. Their defense must tighten up, as conceding goals has cost them points recently. This game will be a stern test of their resilience and ability to turn things around.

FC Heidenheim Key Players

FC Heidenheim’s prospects hinge heavily on their key performers stepping up in this crucial fixture. Leading the charge will be Marvin Pieringer, their top scorer with 5 goals this season. Pieringer’s ability to find the net will be vital if Heidenheim hopes to break their winless streak.

Despite their struggles, a notable performer has been goalkeeper Kevin Müller, who will need to be at his best against Borussia Moenchengladbach’s potent attack.

Absences due to suspensions and injuries mean other players, such as Mathias Honsak, will need to fill the gaps, especially in the midfield battle.

Expected lineup for FC Heidenheim:

• Goalkeeper: Kevin Müller
• Defenders: Benedikt Gimber, Patrick Mainka, Tim Siersleben
• Midfielders: Omar Traoré, Luca Kerber, Julian Niehues, Jonas Föhrenbach, Frans Krätzig
• Attackers: Mathias Honsak, Marvin Pieringer

FC Heidenheim Suspensions & Injuries

FC Heidenheim will have to contend with some key absences in their upcoming clash against Borussia Moenchengladbach. The team has been hit with injuries and suspensions that could potentially disrupt their game plan.

Injuries:

Player	Injury	Expected return
Niklas Dorsch	Knee injury	Early March 2025
Maximilian Breunig	Ankle injury	Late March 2025
Frans Krätzig	Illness	A few days

Suspensions:

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Jan Schöppner	Yellow cards	1 match

These absences could severely impact Heidenheim’s lineup, especially in midfield where Schöppner’s presence will be missed. The team will need to rely on their bench players to step up and make a significant contribution.

FC Heidenheim Tactics and Formation

FC Heidenheim Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 3-4-2-1
• Key Forward: Marvin Pieringer
• Midfield Quartet: Omar Traoré, Luca Kerber, Julian Niehues, Jonas Föhrenbach
• Defensive Trio: Benedikt Gimber, Patrick Mainka, Tim Siersleben

Analysis:

• FC Heidenheim tend to adopt a 3-4-2-1 formation, capitalizing on numbers in defense to offset their recent poor defensive record.
• The key forward, Marvin Pieringer, will be crucial in their attack, aiming to exploit his goal-scoring ability.
• With Jan Schöppner suspended, Niehues will need to step up in central midfield to support both defense and attack.
• Defensively, the trio of Gimber, Mainka, and Siersleben will need to be rock-solid to prevent Borussia Moenchengladbach from capitalizing on their recent defensive lapses.
• Heidenheim may also look to exploit set pieces, given their struggles in open play scenarios.

Borussia Moenchengladbach Team Analysis

Borussia Moenchengladbach Recent Performance:

Borussia Moenchengladbach have displayed solid form in their recent outings. They’ve managed to secure three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five matches. Despite a surprising 3-0 home loss to Augsburg, they showed resilience by winning on the road against Union Berlin and VfB Stuttgart. They also secured a convincing 3-0 win over Bochum.

Home team	Away team	Result
Borussia Moenchengladbach	Augsburg	0-3 (Loss)
Union Berlin	Borussia Moenchengladbach	1-2 (Win)
Borussia Moenchengladbach	Eintracht Frankfurt	1-1 (Draw)
VfB Stuttgart	Borussia Moenchengladbach	1-2 (Win)
Borussia Moenchengladbach	Bochum	3-0 (Win)

Borussia Moenchengladbach have averaged 1.60 goals per game across their last five matches, showcasing their attacking prowess. They kept one clean sheet, reflecting a balanced but slightly vulnerable defense. This mix of results highlights their potential to bounce back and capitalize on FC Heidenheim’s defensive weaknesses.

Borussia Moenchengladbach Key Players

Borussia Moenchengladbach’s top scorer, Tim Kleindienst, with 14 goals this season, will undoubtedly be a crucial figure in their attack. His ability to find the back of the net could be key to breaking down FC Heidenheim’s defense.

Expected lineup for Borussia Moenchengladbach:

• Goalkeeper: Tobias Sippel
• Defenders: Joe Scally, Ko Itakura, Nico Elvedi, Lukas Ullrich
• Midfielders: Philipp Sander, Julian Weigl, Nathan N’Goumou, Kevin Stöger, Robin Hack
• Center forward: Tim Kleindienst

Key individual battles to watch include Kleindienst against Heidenheim’s central defenders, Patrick Mainka and Benedikt Gimber. Additionally, the winger duels on either side—with Nathan N’Goumou and Robin Hack going up against Jonas Föhrenbach and Omar Traoré—could be crucial in deciding the game.

With Julian Weigl’s experience and vision in the midfield, Borussia Moenchengladbach will look to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities.

Borussia Moenchengladbach Suspensions & Injuries

Player	Injury	Expected return
Franck Honorat	Broken ankle	Late March 2025
Rocco Reitz	Toe injury	Mid March 2025
Moritz Nicolas	Groin injury	Out for season
Player	Suspension	Expected return
Jonas Omlin	Red card	1 match

Borussia Moenchengladbach will be missing some key players due to injuries and suspensions. Franck Honorat and Rocco Reitz are sidelined, with Honorat out until late March and Reitz until mid-March. Goalkeeper Moritz Nicolas is unfortunately out for the rest of the season with a groin injury.

Additionally, first-choice goalkeeper Jonas Omlin is serving a one-match suspension following a red card. These absences could impact the team’s defensive stability and midfield creativity. Coach Gerardo Seoane will need to ensure the remaining squad steps up to fill these gaps.

Borussia Moenchengladbach Tactics and Formation

• Formation: 4-2-3-1
• Key Forward: Tim Kleindienst
• Midfield Duo: Philipp Sander, Julian Weigl
• Defensive Backbone: Ko Itakura, Nico Elvedi
• Attacking Strategy: Exploiting the 61-90 minute intervals for goals

Borussia Moenchengladbach’s expected formation will be a 4-2-3-1 setup aimed at bolstering both defense and offense. Tim Kleindienst, with his knack for scoring, will lead the attack while being supported by Kevin Stöger in the attacking midfield role. Nathan N’Goumou and Robin Hack will provide width and pace on the flanks to stretch the opposition’s defense. The central midfield pairing of Philipp Sander and Julian Weigl will act as the team’s engine, controlling the tempo and shielding the back four. Despite recent absences, Ko Itakura and Nico Elvedi will aim to maintain the defensive solidity needed to keep Heidenheim at bay.

FC Heidenheim vs Borussia Moenchengladbach Head-to-Head Statistics

Home	Away	Result
Borussia Moenchengladbach	FC Heidenheim	3-2 (2024-10-19)
FC Heidenheim	Borussia Moenchengladbach	1-1 (2024-03-16)
Borussia Moenchengladbach	FC Heidenheim	3-1 (2023-10-31)
Borussia Moenchengladbach	FC Heidenheim	2-1 (2023-10-28)
FC Heidenheim	Borussia Moenchengladbach	0-0 (2011-10-25)

Historically, Borussia Moenchengladbach have had the upper hand in their encounters with FC Heidenheim, winning three out of their last five meetings with two draws. FC Heidenheim will need to step up their game to reverse this trend. These past results suggest an exciting match could be on the cards.

Odds accurate as of 27.02.2025 14:32, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.