Bundesliga Regular Season - 18
VfL Wolfsburg 1 - 1 FT 1. FC Heidenheim
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
16' M. Arnold
M. Busch 26'
N. Dorsch 29'
A. Beck 45'+1
HT
46' ↓ A. Zehnter ↑K. Paredes
J. Fohrenbach 58'
59' C. Eriksen
59' ↓ J. Burger ↑S. Kumbedi
60' ↓ L. Majer ↑A. Daghim
69' K. Paredes
71' ↓ Y. Gerhardt ↑J. Lindstrom
↓ A. Beck ↑S. Schimmer 77'
↓ J. Fohrenbach ↑L. Stergiou 77'
80' M. Jenz (C. Eriksen)
↓ M. Pieringer ↑M. Kaufmann 87'
↓ N. Dorsch ↑L. Kerber 87'
89' J. Lindstrom
↓ M. Honsak ↑O. H. Traore 90'
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
VfL Wolfsburg
Goalkeepers
Kamil Grabara 
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Defenders
Jan Bürger
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
59
total mins
Started
entry
Moritz Jenz 
CLOSER
1
late goals
1
late goals
0
late assists
75
minute
Konstantinos Koulierakis 
MAGNET
114
activity
114
activity
104
passes
10
duels
Aaron Zehnter
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
45
total mins
46
entry
Midfielders
Yannick Gerhardt
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
70
total mins
71
entry
Maximilian Arnold
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Christian Eriksen 
ARCHITECT
5
key passes
5
key passes
1
assists
52%
pass acc
Lovro Majer 
STORMTROOPER
2
shots
2
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Patrick Wimmer 
PROVOCATEUR
2
fouls won
2
fouls won
10
Duels Won
0
pens won
Forwards
Mohamed Amoura
MAGNET
48
activity
48
activity
39
passes
9
duels
BENCH
Pavao Pervan 
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
Saël Kumbedi
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
34
total mins
Started
entry
Kilian Fischer
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Denis Vavro
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Kevin Paredes
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
48
total mins
Started
entry
Jesper Lindstrøm
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
23
total mins
Started
entry
Vinícius Souza
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Pharell Hensel
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Adam Daghim
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
34
total mins
Started
entry
1. FC Heidenheim
Goalkeepers
Diant Ramaj
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Defenders
Marnon Busch
STORMTROOPER
1
shots
1
shots
0
goals
0
on target
Patrick Mainka
ARCHITECT
2
key passes
2
key passes
0
assists
21%
pass acc
Benedikt Gimber
PROVOCATEUR
2
fouls won
2
fouls won
4
Duels Won
0
pens won
Jonas Föhrenbach
LATE SHIFT
13
late mins
13
late mins
77
total mins
77
entry
Midfielders
Jan Schöppner
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
93
total mins
Started
entry
Niklas Dorsch 
SWEEPER
3
cleanups
3
cleanups
2
interceptions
1
blocks
Arijon Ibrahimović
ARCHITECT
3
key passes
3
key passes
0
assists
24%
pass acc
Adrian Beck 
SNIPER
50%
conversion
50%
conversion
1
goals
2
shots
Mathias Honsak 
NPC
90
minutes
90
minutes
12%
pass acc
6.2
rating
Forwards
Marvin Pieringer
NPC
86
minutes
86
minutes
9%
pass acc
6.6
rating
BENCH
Frank Feller
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
Leonidas Stergiou
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
16
total mins
Started
entry
Tim Siersleben
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Haktab Omar Traore
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
3
total mins
Started
entry
Luca Kerber
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
7
total mins
Started
entry
Julian Niehues
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Stefan Schimmer
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
16
total mins
Started
entry
Mikkel Kaufmann
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
7
total mins
Started
entry
Yannik Wagner
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23/08/2025 | 1. FC Heidenheim | 1 - 3 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | Voith-Arena |
| 29/03/2025 | VfL Wolfsburg | 0 - 1 | 1. FC Heidenheim | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 10/11/2024 | 1. FC Heidenheim | 1 - 3 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | Voith-Arena |
| 20/01/2024 | FC Heidenheim | 1 - 1 | VfL Wolfsburg | Bundesliga | Voith-Arena |
| 19/08/2023 | VfL Wolfsburg | 2 - 0 | FC Heidenheim | Bundesliga | Volkswagen Arena |
| 26/10/2016 | FC Heidenheim | 0 - 1 | VfL Wolfsburg | DFB Pokal | Voith-Arena |
23/08/2025
29/03/2025
10/11/2024
20/01/2024
19/08/2023
26/10/2016
VfL Wolfsburg Win
1. FC Heidenheim Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 18 GD: +57
P: 18 GD: +18
P: 17 GD: +14
P: 18 GD: +7
P: 17 GD: +9
P: 17 GD: +9
P: 18 GD: -1
P: 18 GD: -2
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -3
P: 18 GD: -6
P: 18 GD: -11
P: 17 GD: -13
P: 17 GD: -10
P: 18 GD: -15
P: 18 GD: -22
P: 18 GD: -13
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +56
P: 19 GD: +21
P: 20 GD: +20
P: 20 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -16
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -16
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Late Jenz Header Denies Heidenheim Famous Away Win
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 38/100. A frustrating afternoon for Wolfsburg saw them salvage a point against a resilient Heidenheim side fighting for Bundesliga survival at the Volkswagen Arena.
Wolfsburg Dominance Meets Defensive Wall
The match at the Volkswagen Arena began with a predictable pattern of play as VfL Wolfsburg seized immediate control of the tempo. Dominating possession with 69%, the home side looked to use C. Eriksen as their primary playmaker. Eriksen was the creative heartbeat, delivering 5 key passes and maintaining an 86% pass accuracy. Despite the high Intensity and a total of 13 shots from the hosts, they struggled to break through a compact 1. FC Heidenheim defensive block. The visitors were content to sit deep, absorbing a barrage of pressure that included 9 corners for the Wölfe. Wolfsburg's territorial dominance was absolute in the opening phase, yet they lacked the clinical edge required to turn their statistical superiority into an early lead.
The Sucker Punch Before the Break
Just as the first half looked destined to end goalless, the Balance of the contest shifted dramatically. In the first minute of stoppage time, A. Beck silenced the home crowd by finding the back of the net against the run of play. It was a classic counter-attack that exploited a rare gap in the Wolfsburg backline. This goal significantly increased the Upset Factor, leaving the hosts reeling as they headed into the tunnel. Heidenheim’s midfield, anchored by an outstanding Niklas Dorsch, provided the necessary grit to protect the lead. Dorsch was pivotal in disrupting Wolfsburg's rhythm, winning crucial duels and ensuring that the visitors remained organized under constant duress. The goal changed the tactical landscape, forcing Wolfsburg to chase the game with renewed desperation.
Jenz Rescues the Point
The second half saw Wolfsburg intensify their search for an equalizer, but the Stakes of the relegation battle seemed to inspire Heidenheim's defenders. The pressure finally told in the 80th minute when a pinpoint delivery from an Eriksen corner found M. Jenz. The defender rose highest to power a header home, leveling the score and capping off a man-of-the-match performance. Jenz's goal was his only shot of the game, but it was the most important moment for a side that had struggled to convert chances all afternoon. Despite a late flurry of attacks, the match ended in a stalemate. For Heidenheim, this draw represents a vital step in their survival bid, while Wolfsburg will reflect on a game where their dominance failed to yield the maximum reward.
Key Questions
What made Moritz Jenz the Man of the Match?
Jenz combined defensive dominance with the clinical 80th-minute equalizer, finishing the match with an 8.9 rating and a crucial goal.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Survival Instincts at the Volkswagen Arena
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. A grueling relegation six-pointer where grit will likely trump quality in a high-stakes encounter.
The Setup
As the Bundesliga resumes mid-January, the atmosphere at the Volkswagen Arena will be tense. This is not a match for the purists. The Stakes are sky-high as VfL Wolfsburg (14th) face a 1. FC Heidenheim side currently languishing in 17th. Both teams struggle with consistent Form, but the home side holds a significant statistical advantage. Wolfsburg has found the net 23 times this season, whereas Heidenheim’s meager return of 13 goals highlights a severe lack of Stars in the final third. Defensively, neither side has found their Balance, making this a battle of who blinks first.
Key Battle
The decisive duel features Wolfsburg’s focal point Jonas Wind against Heidenheim’s defensive anchor Patrick Mainka. Wind’s ability to find space in a crowded box will be tested by Mainka’s physical, no-nonsense approach. If Heidenheim can isolate Wind, they might escape with a point, but the constant pressure from the flanks may eventually wear them down.
Our Prediction
Expect a low-scoring affair defined by tactical fouls and nervous energy. Heidenheim will set up in a low block, challenging Wolfsburg to break them down. While the visitors have shown resilience in spurts, their lack of firepower away from home is their Achilles' heel. Wolfsburg should dominate possession and eventually find the breakthrough. Final Score: 1-0 to Wolfsburg.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Only if you enjoy the tactical intensity of a relegation battle; it won't be a goal-fest.
What's the predicted outcome?
A narrow 1-0 victory for VfL Wolfsburg.
Where are the teams in the league table?
Wolfsburg are 14th (15 pts), while Heidenheim are 17th (12 pts).
What is 1. FC Heidenheim's current form?
Their recent form is LLWWL, showing glimpses of life but overall inconsistency.
What does this mean for relegation?
A loss for Heidenheim keeps them in the drop zone, while Wolfsburg can pull away.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.