The teams are approaching the head-to-head match in different psychological states. Augsburg recently pulled off a shock victory, beating Bayern Munich 3-2 away. This comeback victory snapped a two-game losing streak and undoubtedly boosted the confidence of a team fighting for survival. Cologne, on the other hand, has only taken four points from its last five matches, despite squandering a 2-2 injury-time victory over Hoffenheim in its last game, which also speaks volumes about its character.
In their last five head-to-head matches, both teams have scored consistently, with three consecutive 1-1 draws. Cologne traditionally feels confident away from home against Augsburg, but the hosts are also capable of putting up a fight at home with the support of the stands. Given their respective league positions (both teams are at the bottom of the table) and the history of these encounters, we can expect an open game.
Augsburg, flush with emotion after the cup match, should continue their scoring streak, while Cologne has been scoring consistently in recent games and is highly motivated to end their losing streak in head-to-head encounters. We expect a high-scoring draw or a narrow victory for the home team, but with a goal from the visitors inevitable.
