Wolfsburg have scored at least 2 goals in their last 6 away matches (Bundesliga). Hoffenheim have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 4 home matches against Wolfsburg in all competitions. There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Wolfsburg's last 3 games (Bundesliga). Wolfsburg are undefeated in their last 5 matches (Bundesliga).
Wolfsburg dropped Bundesliga points for the first time under new coach Mark van Bommel last weekend with a 1-1 home draw against Eintracht Frankfurt. Hoffenheim spent most of last season in the lower reaches of the table, flattering to deceive regularly, and have won only once this term. Second placed Wolfsburg can keep their unbeaten run going but may have to settle for a draw. 1:1
Ermin Bicakcic is still on his way back from ACL trouble, while Benjamin Hübner is on the mend from long-standing ankle problems. Håvard Nordtveit has a thigh problem. Sebastian Rudy and Munas Dabbur are both expected to return to the squad, while Andrej Kramaric has not scored for 451 minutes for Hoffenheim. US international Chris Richards has arrived for another loan spell from champions Bayern to bolster their defence. Diadie Samassekou and Pavel Kaderabek are both nearing a return, while Ihlas Bebou and Kevin Akpoguma could also feature in the squad after their experience with COVID-19. Kevin Mbabu is over a knee problem, while Paulo Otávio is out with an ankle injury. Gian-Luca Waldschmidt has a minor hip injury which has prevented him from training. William, Bartosz Bialek and Xaver Schlager all have ACL injuries.