Borussia Mönchengladbach will aim to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Augsburg when they face Heidenheim on Matchday 7 of the Bundesliga. After securing a 1-0 win against Union Berlin in their last home game, Die Fohlen will be looking to build on that success at Borussia Park. However, they’ll be missing several key players, including Moritz Nicolas, Nathan N’Goumou, and Jonas Omlin, due to injuries.
Heidenheim, meanwhile, is also eager to recover after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Leipzig. With impressive away wins against St. Pauli and Mainz earlier in the season, Frank Schmidt’s team will be confident of getting a result, though they’ll have to manage without suspended midfielder Niklas Dorsch. This clash promises to be a competitive encounter, with both teams eager to get back to winning ways.
Borussia Mönchengladbach vs Heidenheim: Important H2H Stats
As Borussia Mönchengladbach host Heidenheim at Stadion im Borussia-Park, here are the key head-to-head (H2H) stats and insights that could shape this Bundesliga encounter:
- Recent H2H Encounter: The last time these two teams met was on March 16, 2024, when the match ended in a 1-1 draw at Heidenheim’s home ground. Borussia Mönchengladbach will be looking to secure all three points this time around.
- Current League Position: Heidenheim currently sit in 9th place in the Bundesliga standings, while Mönchengladbach are eager to climb up the table as well.
- Key Players:
- Borussia Mönchengladbach: Kevin Stöger has been instrumental in attack with 3 assists this season. Heidenheim’s defense will need to keep a close eye on him to limit his playmaking influence.
- Heidenheim: Marvin Pieringer, with 2 goals this season, is the top scorer for Heidenheim and could pose a threat to Mönchengladbach’s defense.
- Disciplinary Concerns:
- Borussia Mönchengladbach: Julian Weigl has received 3 yellow cards this season, making him a player to watch for disciplinary issues.
- Heidenheim: Marvin Pieringer also leads Heidenheim in disciplinary issues with 2 cards this season, highlighting his physical style of play.
- Scoring and Conceding Patterns:
- Borussia Mönchengladbach: The home side is most dangerous in the final stages of the match, with 42.9% of their goals coming between the 75-90 minute mark. Heidenheim will need to remain defensively focused late in the game.
- Heidenheim: Heidenheim are most vulnerable between 60-75 minutes, conceding 40% of their goals during this period. Mönchengladbach may look to exploit this weak spot in the second half.
- Possession and Corners:
- Possession Stats: Mönchengladbach tend to dominate possession, averaging 56.50% per game, compared to Heidenheim’s 41.83%, suggesting that the home side will control much of the play.
- Corners: Mönchengladbach average 4.00 corners per game, while Heidenheim averages 3.33, showing a slight edge for the home side in terms of set-piece opportunities.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS) Stats: Mönchengladbach have seen BTTS in 50% of their matches this season, while Heidenheim’s BTTS figure is lower at 16.67%, indicating a greater likelihood of Mönchengladbach finding the back of the net.
These key H2H stats provide an in-depth look at the strengths and vulnerabilities of both sides, with Mönchengladbach’s possession dominance and Heidenheim’s defensive vulnerabilities in the second half likely to play a crucial role in the outcome of this game.
Borussia Mönchengladbach Vs Heidenheim Last Match Result and Stats
| Performance Summary | Heidenheim | Borussia Mönchengladbach |
|---|---|---|
| Shots Total | 19 | 7 |
| Shots Blocked | 9 | 2 |
| Shots Inside Box | 16 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 4 |
| Passes Total | 458 | 421 |
| Accurate Passes | 365 | 327 |
| Pass Accuracy % | 79 | 78 |
| Total Attacks | 119 | 84 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 52 | 41 |
| Fouls | 16 | 8 |
| Corners | 10 | 4 |
| Offsides | 2 | 0 |
| Possession Time | 57 | 43 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Yellow Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Saves | 1 | 2 |
| Substitutions | 5 | 5 |
| Goal Kicks | 8 | 11 |
| Goal Attampts | 7 | 4 |
| Free Kicks | N/A | N/A |
| Throw Ins | 23 | 29 |
| Ball Safe | 63 | 78 |
| Goals | 1 | 1 |
| Penalties | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | N/A | N/A |
Borussia Mönchengladbach Vs Heidenheim Season Stats
| Performance Summary | Borussia Mönchengladbach | Heidenheim |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 2 | 3 |
| Home Wins | 1 | 1 |
| Away Wins | 1 | 2 |
| Total Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Home Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Away Draws | 0 | 0 |
| Total Lost | 4 | 3 |
| Home Losses | 2 | 2 |
| Away Losses | 2 | 1 |
| Total Goals For | 7 | 10 |
| Home Goals For | 4 | 4 |
| Away Goals For | 3 | 6 |
| Total Goals Against | 10 | 8 |
| Home Goals Against | 6 | 4 |
| Away Goals Against | 4 | 4 |
| Total Clean Sheet | 2 | 3 |
| Home Clean Sheet | 1 | 1 |
| Away Clean Sheet | 1 | 2 |
| Total Failed To Score | 1 | 2 |
| Home Failed To Score | 0 | 2 |
| Away Failed To Score | 1 | 0 |
| Total Av Goals Scored | 1.17 | 1.67 |
| Home Av Goals Scored | 1.33 | 1.33 |
| Away Av Goals Scored | 1 | 2 |
| Total Av Goals Conceded | 1.67 | 1.33 |
| Home Av Goals Conceded | 2 | 1.33 |
| Away Av Goals Conceded | 1.33 | 1.33 |
| Total 1st Goal Scored | 63m | 32m |
| Home 1st Goal Scored | 59m | 9m |
| Away 1st Goal Scored | 69m | 40m |
| Total 1st Goal Conceded | 26m | 42m |
| Home 1st Goal Conceded | 35m | 12m |
| Away 1st Goal Conceded | 17m | 57m |
| Goals Scoring Minutes | Borussia Mönchengladbach | Heidenheim |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 0 (0%) | 2 (20%) |
| 15-30 | 1 (14.3%) | 1 (10%) |
| 30-45 | 0 (0%) | 1 (10%) |
| 45-60 | 1 (14.3%) | 0 (0%) |
| 60-75 | 2 (28.6%) | 4 (40%) |
| 75-90 | 3 (42.9%) | 2 (20%) |
| Goals Conceded Minutes | Borussia Mönchengladbach | Heidenheim |
|---|---|---|
| 0-15 | 1 (10%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| 15-30 | 1 (10%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| 30-45 | 3 (30%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| 45-60 | 1 (10%) | 3 (37.5%) |
| 60-75 | 2 (20%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| 75-90 | 2 (20%) | 1 (12.5%) |
| Combined Match Stats | Borussia Mönchengladbach | Heidenheim |
|---|---|---|
| Attacks | 558 | 550 |
| Dangerous Attacks | 253 | 208 |
| Av Possession Percent | 56.50 | 41.83 |
| Fouls | 73 | 76 |
| Av Fouls Per Game | 12.17 | 12.67 |
| Offside | 19 | 7 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Yellow Cards | 11 | 13 |
| Shots Blocked | 30 | 12 |
| Shots Off Target | 28 | 30 |
| Av Shots Off Target | 4.67 | 5.00 |
| Shots On Target | 33 | 26 |
| Av Shots On Target | 5.50 | 4.33 |
| Total Corners | 24 | 20 |
| Av Corners | 4.00 | 3.33 |
| BTTS | 50 | 16.67 |
| Av Player Rating Per Match | 6.82 | 6.84 |
| Tackles | 113 | 100 |
| Total Match Goals Percentages | Borussia Mönchengladbach | Heidenheim | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | Away | Home | Away | |
| Over 0.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Over 1.5 | 66.67 | 100 | 66.67 | 100 |
| Over 2.5 | 66.67 | 33.33 | 66.67 | 33.33 |
| Over 3.5 | 66.67 | 0 | 33.33 | 33.33 |
| Over 4.5 | 33.33 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Over 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33.33 |
| Under 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Under 1.5 | 33.33 | 0 | 33.33 | 0 |
| Under 2.5 | 33.33 | 66.67 | 33.33 | 66.67 |
| Under 3.5 | 33.33 | 100 | 66.67 | 66.67 |
| Under 4.5 | 66.67 | 100 | 100 | 66.67 |
| Under 5.5 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 66.67 |
Borussia Mönchengladbach vs Heidenheim Prediction
Borussia Mönchengladbach come into this match with home advantage and a solid recent performance, having secured a win in their last home outing against Union Berlin. With Mönchengladbach’s tendency to score late in matches (42.9% of their goals coming between 75-90 minutes), they may look to break down Heidenheim’s defense in the final stages of the game. Kevin Stöger’s playmaking will be key in unlocking Heidenheim’s defense, while the home side’s control of possession will likely dictate much of the match.
Heidenheim, on the other hand, will be confident after some solid away performances this season, though their vulnerability in the 60-75 minute range (conceding 40% of their goals during this period) could leave them exposed in the second half. Marvin Pieringer will be their main threat going forward, but Heidenheim’s lack of attacking consistency (with BTTS in only 16.67% of their matches) could make it difficult for them to break through Mönchengladbach’s defense.
Predicted Scoreline: Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-0 Heidenheim
Mönchengladbach’s home form and ability to control possession should see them secure a comfortable win, with Heidenheim struggling to find the net. Expect a disciplined defensive performance from the home side, along with late goals to seal the victory.