1. FC Heidenheim – Energie Cottbus

Match analysis

Heidenheim, currently perched in third place with 13 points from four wins, a draw and a loss, will host Energie Cottbus on their own turf. The home side enjoys a slight edge in goal difference, having scored 14 and conceded 12, while the visitors sit seventh with eight points, their record balanced by two wins, two draws and two defeats and a 14‑13 tally. Both teams have been evenly matched in front of goal this season, but Heidenheim’s recent consistency gives them a modest advantage. A win for the hosts would solidify their push for the top spots, whereas Cottbus will need to turn their narrow goal deficit into a decisive result to climb back into the playoff race.