Nurnberg vs FC Koln Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 May 2025
Koln Should Have the Edge
We’re a big fan of promotion contenders Koln at odds of -143 to defeat Nurnberg, with this Full-Time Result bet standing out. There’s a nice return that could be landed and we think a win might happen.
Koln 3-1 Victors When Teams Met Last
Nurnberg have lost their last three home games, most recently being beaten 3-1 by Elversberg at Max-Morlock-Stadion. The Bavaria side managed two shots on target and had 50% possession, with Janis Antiste bagging the goal.
FC Koln played Jahn Regensburg at home in their previous game. It was a 1-1 draw at RheinEnergieSTADION. The Billy Goats boasted 67% possession and had five shots on goal, with Tim Lemperle finding the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last clash between Koln and Nurnberg saw the former triumph at home. It was a 3-1 scoreline at RheinEnergieSTADION.
Nurnberg – Last 10 League Games3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.4 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 6.2 attempts. Nurnberg have had 49.8% possession and 3.2 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.7 goals from 5.8 shots on goal and 13.2 attempts, while being awarded 5.9 corners.
Mahir Emreli leads the way with 4 goals, with Janis Antiste and Julian Justvan getting 3 apiece. Caspar Jander and Julian Justvan are the leading assists makers with 3.
FC Koln – Last 10 League GamesKoln have won 4, lost 3 and drawn 3, with an average of 4.7 shots on goal, 12.0 attempts and 1.1 goals. The North Rhine-Westphalia outfit average 55.9% possession, 5.7 corners awarded and 4.3 corners against, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 9.4 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal.
Gian-Luca Waldschmidt got 4 goals, Tim Lemperle notched 2, while Damion Downs and two other players scored 1. Gian-Luca Waldschmidt is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 3.
Confirmed Lineups
Nurnberg confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Michal Kukucka (GK), Tim Drexler, Robin Knoche, Fabio Gruber, Tim Janisch, Julian Justvan, Caspar Jander, Rafael Lubach, Berkay Yilmaz, Janis Antiste, Mahir Emreli.
FC Koln confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Marvin Schwaebe (GK), Jusuf Gazibegovic, Timo Huebers, Dominique Heintz, Leart Paqarada, Eric Martel, Denis Huseinbasic, Jan Thielmann, Gian-Luca Waldschmidt, Florian Kainz, Tim Lemperle.
Nurnberg vs FC Koln Prediction & Betting Tips
There’s a realistic prospect that we’ll see Koln secure a win and they are priced at -143 to triumph in this 2. Bundesliga encounter. We think that the price offers bettors plenty of juice.
Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.
Key Nurnberg vs FC Koln league stats:
Koln to Win Probability
According to the betting sites, our pick has a 58.8% chance of landing a return. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success between 65-70%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
If you’re expecting Koln to triumph but also anticipate that they’ll achieve a shut-out, then it is logical to wager the bigger price on the Result + Both Teams to Score No market.
Correct Score Prediction
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A potentially entertaining bet is going for Koln to win by a 2-0 scoreline. At odds of +750, there’s the chance to get a handsome return should this wager win.
Player Prop Picks
Tim Lemperle (Koln) has racked up two goals in his past five 2. Bundesliga matches. We’re happy to take the +165 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.
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Corners Prediction
The past 10 Nurnberg home games have involved them having an average of 6.10 corners, with Koln conceding over 4.5 corners in their previous three away matches. If you agree with our verdict that the Nurnberg Team Corners line can be covered, then you can secure odds of -120 that this happens.
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Bet Builder Tips
A same-game multi always adds excitement and the picks are Koln to win, No on the BTTS market combined with Nurnberg to rack up over 4.5 corners.
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Nurnberg vs FC Koln Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
Koln Match Odds Suggest Victory
The bookies betting odds have FC Koln as -250 favourites for this 2. Bundesliga clash, implying that they are 71% likely to win the match. Nurnberg are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +525.
The Total Goals market reveals that Over 2.5 Goals is the current betting favourite.
There are hundreds of markets when it comes to betting on the 2. Bundesliga coupon and we recommend visiting the leading betting sites to find the bet that matches your view on the game.
Damion Downs Top of First Goalscorer List
Damion Downs is the market leader to be First Goalscorer at +335. Alternatively, there’s the chance to back him to find the net at any stage at +118.
Nurnberg League Stats
FC Koln League Stats
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 0.80 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.20 corners awarded and 5.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 4.10 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 4.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 5.40 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 49.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 54.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 55.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Nurnberg this season are Stefanos Tzimas (12), Julian Justvan (7), Mahir Emreli (7)
- Top Assistors for Nurnberg this season are Julian Justvan (12), Caspar Jander (7), Jens Castrop (3)
Nurnberg vs FC Koln Lineups & Team News
If you’re looking for Nurnberg vs Koln team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.
If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the 2. Bundesliga squads.
Nurnberg Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
FC Koln Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Nurnberg Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
FC Koln Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Nurnberg Substitutes
- 2Oliver Villadsen
- 6Florian Flick
- 14Benjamin Goller
- 22Enrico Valentini
- 26Christian Mathenia
- 38Winners Osawe
- 41Eric Porstner
- 42Tino Kusanovic
- 46Levin Chiumento
FC Koln Substitutes
- 2Joel Schmied
- 13Mark Uth
- 20Philipp Pentke
- 24Julian Pauli
- 27Imad Rondic
- 37Linton Maina
- 42Damion Downs
- 47Mathias Olesen
- 49Neo Telle
Previous Nurnberg Lineups
Previous FC Koln Lineups
2. Bundesliga Table
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elversberg | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 22:6 | 22 |
| 2 | Schalke 04 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 13:5 | 21 |
| 3 | Paderborn | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 15:8 | 20 |
| 4 | Darmstadt | 9 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 14:6 | 18 |
| 5 | Kaiserslautern | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 18:11 | 18 |
| 6 | Hannover 96 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 15:13 | 17 |
| 7 | Karlsruher | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 13:12 | 15 |
| 8 | Hertha BSC | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 11:10 | 11 |
| 9 | Holstein Kiel | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 10:9 | 11 |
| 10 | Preussen Munster | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 15:17 | 11 |
| 11 | A. Bielefeld | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 17:16 | 10 |
| 12 | Braunschweig | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11:17 | 10 |
| 13 | F. Dusseldorf | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 9:17 | 10 |
| 14 | Greuther Furth | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 15:24 | 10 |
| 15 | Nurnberg | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 8:13 | 8 |
| 16 | D. Dresden | 9 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 14:18 | 7 |
| 17 | Bochum | 9 | 2 | 0 | 7 | 11:17 | 6 |
| 18 | Magdeburg | 9 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 7:19 | 4 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elversberg | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 12:3 | 13 |
| 2 | Kaiserslautern | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 11:4 | 12 |
| 3 | Paderborn | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 10:6 | 12 |
| 4 | Karlsruher | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 10:6 | 12 |
| 5 | Darmstadt | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 8:2 | 11 |
| 6 | Schalke 04 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 5:3 | 9 |
| 7 | Hannover 96 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7:8 | 9 |
| 8 | Preussen Munster | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9:7 | 8 |
| 9 | A. Bielefeld | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 10:8 | 6 |
| 10 | Bochum | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 6:5 | 6 |
| 11 | Nurnberg | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3:6 | 5 |
| 12 | Holstein Kiel | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:5 | 4 |
| 13 | Braunschweig | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6:9 | 4 |
| 14 | Hertha BSC | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2:5 | 4 |
| 15 | Greuther Furth | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:9 | 4 |
| 16 | D. Dresden | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6:8 | 2 |
| 17 | F. Dusseldorf | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 3:10 | 1 |
| 18 | Magdeburg | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4:12 | 0 |
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