The loser fight: Bochum wants the first three against Heidenheim!

The loser fight: Bochum wants the first three against Heidenheim!

On December 22, 2024, there is a decisive duel in the Bundesliga: VfL Bochum receives 1. FC Heidenheim in the Vonovia-Ruhr Stadium. The encounter is kicked off at 3:30 p.m. and is of great importance for both teams because they fight against relegation. Bochum, currently the bottom of the table, has not yet won a victory in the current season and has only won one point in the last five games. Her last game ended with a 1-1 draw against Union Berlin, which was at least a spark of hope for home fans. [Sportwetten.bild] reports that Bochum goes into the game despite difficulties as a favorite, with a quota of 2.40 on a win.

Heidenheim, on the other hand, has not won in the last nine league games and conceded a total of 19 goals in the last five matches. The team, which showed themselves solidly in the first games of the season, has now fallen to the 16th place in the table, only five points away from the direct relegation zone. Your defensive is currently the largest problem child, as is observed [Eurosport]. The upcoming "six-point game" could be crucial for the future of both teams and every point counts in this hot phase of the season.

constellations and tactics

coach Dieter Hecking will have to do without some players at Bochum, including the blocked Miyoshi. For him, de Wit moves into the starting line -up. Heidenheim coach Frank Schmidt, on the other hand, has to do without the blocked gimber, which could also have an impact on the defensive stability of the team. Both trainers have to act strategically to lead their teams to success and go into the winter break with this match. Spectators and fans can prepare for a gripping game with lots of emotions, while the players will do everything possible to take the first step out of the crisis.

The history speaks for a balanced duel; From twelve encounters in the Bundesliga and the 2nd league, the Bochumers were able to go out as the winner in the past. However, the Heidenheimers have been waiting for a win for a long time and could be ready to attack in this critical situation. Who does the race? That remains to be seen.