There have been over 2.5 goals scored in 5 of FC Koln's last 6 home games (Bundesliga). FC Koln have seen over 2.5 goals in their last 3 matches against Borussia M.Gladbach in all competitions. FC Koln are undefeated in their last 7 home matches (Bundesliga). FC Koln have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 6 home matches (Bundesliga).
Timo Horn played his 200th Bundesliga game for Koln last weekend but suffered a knee injury in training and is ruled out. Marvin Schwäbe is set for his Bundesliga debut in goal. Ellyes Skhiri has recovered from a knee injury, while defender Timo Hubers is fit after an ankle injury. Jannes Horn is nearing a return from a hip injury. Breel Embolo is still out with a thigh injury, but Nico Elvedi is back in training ahead of schedule and could return for the derby. Louis Jordan Beyer suffered a muscle injury, while club legend Tony Jantschke is not expected to play again this year, but Stefan Lainer and Christoph Kramer are both nearing a return. Mamadou Doucoure is on his way back from an Achilles problem.
Koln have gained nine points from losing positions this season, with leading goalscorer Anthony Modeste leading by example with eight goals. Gladbach have only lost one one of their last eight and in that time memorably thrashed Bayern Munich 5-0 in the German Cup and also overcame Borussia Dortmund in the league. A close battle can be expected in the Rhein derby with Gladbach more fancied for the win. 1:2
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