Prediction TSG Hoffenheim - Lyon today 02:00 23/10/2026.

Hoffenheim has delivered impressive performances in matches against weaker opponents such as Erzgebirge Aue (4-0) and Stuttgart (2-1), demonstrating that their goal-scoring ability is not too poor, with an average of 1.9 goals per game in their last 10 matches.

Hoffenheim's starting lineup remains stable with key players such as Coufal, Burger, and Asllani regularly playing, creating cohesion in their playing style.

The 4-2-3-1 formation has been consistently maintained in recent matches, despite not having made significant changes to adapt to different opponents.

Hoffenheim is going through an unstable period with 6 losses in their last 10 matches, especially when facing strong opponents like Dortmund (2-3) or OFI Crete (2-0), highlighting the inconsistency in their performance.

Hoffenheim's defense conceded 21 goals in 10 matches, an average of 2.1 goals per game, with only 1 clean sheet, reflecting weak defensive capability.

The lineup is missing Patrick Wimmer and Albian Hajdari due to injury, affecting the balance in the 4-2-3-1 formation, while increasing the pressure on the substitutes who have not been effective

Poor discipline with 18 yellow cards and 1 red card in 10 matches, particularly in the games against Dortmund (4 yellow cards) and Besiktas (4 yellow cards), indicates a lack of focus and emotional control.

Lyon is showing stable performance with a 60% win rate in the last 10 matches, including impressive victories against strong opponents such as Nice, Rennes, and Crystal Palace.

Lyon has a strong goal-scoring performance, averaging 1.9 goals per game, along with 3 clean sheets, reflecting strong control of the game and decent defensive capabilities.

Key players such as Keito Nakamura and Ruben Kluivert regularly participate, playing a crucial role in the team's playing style, with the cohesion and high pressure handling ability of the main players.

Lyon maintains a 20% draw rate (2 out of 10 matches) against opponents like Paris and Le Havre, showing a balanced playing style but not enough to create a clear advantage.

The rate of matches with three or more goals (70%) and both teams scoring (70%) reflects an open playing style, but is not a standout strength or weakness, just a characteristic of Lyon.

The formation has tactical flexibility, with the ability to switch from 4-1-2-1-2 to 4-3-3, but the lack of stability between positions remains an issue to be resolved.

Lyon is facing serious disciplinary issues in matches, with a total of 14 yellow cards and 1 red card in 10 games, which could affect their playing style and result in key players being suspended.

The defensive capability was shattered when facing teams with dominant playing styles, as evidenced by two 1-2 losses against Lens and Fenerbahce.

Injuries to key players such as Nicolás Tagliafico and Mohamed Ouedraogo have created a significant gap in the defense and midfield, leaving Lyon without quality replacement options.