Bet with Freshbet →Played: final score 1–0. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Eintracht Frankfurt v 1. FC Köln: 16 October 2026 · 19:30 at Deutsche Bank Park (Frankfurt), with Benjamin Brand, Germany refereeing. We have Eintracht Frankfurt (54%) down as favourites. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Eintracht Frankfurt are 8th in the table, on 11 points after 8 matches (3W 2D 3L), and 1. FC Köln are 13th, on 9 points (2W 3D 3L).
What to expect
For us, Eintracht Frankfurt are the more likely winners. We estimate a 2–1 score, roughly 3 goals in all, with 2–1 (9.1%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
In the goals market we pick Over 3.5 goals (odds 1.90), and we rate it at 52%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 70% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 72% chance.
Prediction summary
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 72%.
- Out: Eintracht Frankfurt 0, 1. FC Köln 0.
Alternative tip: Under 3.5 goals
Alternative tip: Under 3.5 goals (probability 48%, best price 2.10). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Eintracht Frankfurt: no absences. Absent for 1. FC Köln: no absences. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 1.86 | 4.40 | 4.20 |
| Market average | 1.78 | 4.28 | 3.99 |
| Lowest odds | 1.75 | 4.00 | 3.80 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.08 | 1.06 | 87.7% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.35 | 1.31 | 72.0% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 3.60 | 3.37 | 28.0% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.90 | 1.83 | 52.2% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.35 | 1.33 | 70.3% |
| BTTS – no | 3.25 | 3.15 | 29.7% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 16/10/26, 18:18. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 4.8%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Eintracht Frankfurt 2–1 1. FC Köln, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Eintracht Frankfurt 8th (11 points), 1. FC Köln 13th (9 points).
- Absences: Eintracht Frankfurt 0, 1. FC Köln 0.
Who will win Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln: team news and absences
Eintracht Frankfurt
- No reported absences
1. FC Köln
- No reported absences
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bayern München | 8 | 5-3-0 | 27:8 | 18 |
| 2 |  Borussia Dortmund | 8 | 5-3-0 | 14:6 | 18 |
| 3 |  SC Freiburg | 8 | 5-1-2 | 18:10 | 16 |
| 4 |  RB Leipzig | 8 | 5-0-3 | 22:11 | 15 |
| 5 |  Werder Bremen | 8 | 4-3-1 | 17:14 | 15 |
| 6 |  Bayer Leverkusen | 8 | 4-1-3 | 18:16 | 13 |
| 7 |  SV Elversberg | 8 | 4-1-3 | 16:16 | 13 |
| 8 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 8 | 3-2-3 | 13:18 | 11 |
| 9 |  FSV Mainz 05 | 8 | 3-1-4 | 17:17 | 10 |
| 10 |  FC Augsburg | 8 | 2-3-3 | 18:15 | 9 |
| 11 |  VfB Stuttgart | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:15 | 9 |
| 12 |  1899 Hoffenheim | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:16 | 9 |
| 13 | 1. FC Köln | 8 | 2-3-3 | 9:12 | 9 |
| 14 |  SC Paderborn 07 | 8 | 2-3-3 | 6:9 | 9 |
| 15 |  Hamburger SV | 8 | 3-0-5 | 7:19 | 9 |
| 16 |  Union Berlin | 8 | 1-4-3 | 7:19 | 7 |
| 17 |  FC Schalke 04 | 8 | 1-3-4 | 4:9 | 6 |
| 18 |  Borussia Mönchengladbach | 8 | 1-1-6 | 11:22 | 4 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln?
Eintracht Frankfurt -0.25 (Asian handicap) (1.66); Over 3.5 goals (1.90).
Who will win Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln?
We estimate: Eintracht Frankfurt win 54%, draw 22%, 1. FC Köln win 24%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 16 October 2026, kick-off: 19:30, venue: Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt. Referee: Benjamin Brand, Germany.
Who will be missing?
Eintracht Frankfurt: no absences. 1. FC Köln: no absences. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 72% (odds 1.35); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 28% (odds 3.60).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 70% (odds 1.35).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 2–1 as most likely (9.1%), then 1–1 (8.3%) and 3–1 (6.7%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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