Erzgebirge Aue vs 1899 Hoffenheim (22 August 2026, DFB-Pokal): match facts, form and head-to-head

Erzgebirge Aue suffered a heavy 0‑4 defeat at home to 1899 Hoffenheim, a result that underscores the visitors’ superiority in their head‑to‑head this season. The win moves Hoffenheim to 15th place in the league with three points from a single victory, having scored seven and conceded ten overall. Aue, whose league position and statistics were not provided, now face a daunting task of rebuilding after conceding four without reply. The encounter marks Hoffenheim’s sole triumph in the two meetings between the clubs this campaign, while Aue have yet to claim a point in the rivalry.