1. FC Heidenheim vs NS Hamburger SV

Survival Stakes: A Relegation Scrap at Voith-Arena

Skip It Futmetrix Score: 35/100. This is a quintessential relegation six-pointer where the psychological burden of the drop zone looms larger than the tactical plans on the pitch.

The Setup

As February 07, 2026, approaches, the situation at the bottom of the Bundesliga table has reached a boiling point. 1. FC Heidenheim sit rooted to the bottom of the table, plagued by a dismal 20% home win rate at the Voith-Arena. Their Form has been a cause for major concern, mirroring the struggles of their visitors. Hamburger SV arrive in 15th place, hovering dangerously close to the automatic drop zone. With both teams conceding over two goals per game on average, the Balance of this match rests on which defense can minimize catastrophic errors. The individual Stars of the show will likely be the goalkeepers; Diant Ramaj has been a busy man for the hosts, racking up 23 saves in his last five outings to keep Heidenheim within touching distance of safety.

Key Battle

Without a dominant creative force on either side, this match will be won or lost in the transition phases. The Stakes could not be higher for the two midfields, where grit will be prioritized over glamour. HSV will look to the experience of A. Sambi Lokonga to anchor the center, while Heidenheim must find a way to feed Léo Scienza and M. Pieringer despite their recent lack of service. It is a tactical stalemate in the making, where the fear of conceding a decisive goal likely outweighs the ambition to flood the box.

Our Prediction

Expect a cagey, fragmented game with few clear-cut opportunities. While Luka Vušković remains a significant aerial threat for HSV on set-pieces, Heidenheim’s desperation at home usually produces a resilient, if uninspired, performance. We anticipate a 1-1 draw—a result that does little to ease the relegation fears of either club but keeps the battle for survival alive for another week.