Our Cologne vs Schalke Prediction: 2-1
Cologne vs Schalke in the Germany Bundesliga II is scheduled for an 12:30 GMT kick-off on Sunday February 9, 2025. We predict a 2-1 home victory, but with both teams showing attacking intent, BTTS (Both Teams to Score) is another strong betting option.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Recent Form Insights
Cologne's Last Match – Bayer Leverkusen vs Cologne
Cologne will look to get back on track following a 2-3 Germany DFB Pokal loss against Bayer Leverkusen on February 5. In that match, Cologne had 21% possession and 4 attempts at goal, with 4 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bayer Leverkusen | 79% | 12 (7) | 2.38 | 118 |
 Cologne | 21% | 4 (4) | 0.58 | 23 |
Schalke's Last Match – Schalke vs Magdeburg
Schalke will be eager to respond after suffering a 2-5 Germany Bundesliga II defeat at the hands of Magdeburg on February 1. In that match, Schalke controlled 59% of possession and managed 11 shots on goal, with 8 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Schalke | 59% | 11 (8) | 2.12 | 38 |
 Magdeburg | 41% | 11 (11) | 3.75 | 27 |
Cologne vs Schalke Stats
Key Stats
| Cologne | Schalke | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.28 | Attacking Strength | 1.02 |
| 0.88 | Defence Strength | 0.85 |
| 2.2 | Points Per Game | 1.8 |
| 7/10 | WIN | 5/10 |
| 1/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 2/10 |
| 6/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 8/10 |
| 1.7 | Average Scored | 2.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Cologne are averaging 1.7 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per match, while Schalke average 2.2 scored and 1.6 conceded per game.
Cologne 17-11
Schalke 22-16
What are the odds for this match?
Cologne to win: @1.727
Draw: @4.1
Schalke to win: @4.1