1899 Hoffenheim vs RB Leipzig – 16 January 2027, Bundesliga: H2H, form and match facts

The upcoming clash pits 13th‑placed 1899 Hoffenheim, who have gathered three points from a solitary win and two defeats while scoring six and conceding seven, against a much stronger RB Leipzig side sitting fifth with six points from two victories and a single loss and a comfortable 9‑3 goal difference. Hoffenheim will be looking to close the gap on the mid‑table and turn their negative run around on home soil, while Leipzig will aim to consolidate their push for European spots by extending their unbeaten run. The two teams have met only sparingly this season, but Leipzig’s superior record and superior firepower suggest they enter the encounter as clear favourites. A win for Hoffenheim could see them climb out of the lower third, whereas a Leipzig victory would keep them firmly in the hunt for a top‑four finish.