Viktoria Koln 1904 vs Hannover 96 II Best odds and tips

Viktoria Koln 1904 are a well-organised, pragmatic football club, with Olaf Janssen at the helm since February 2021. The 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 shape they employ is not the most adventurous, but they are solid at the back and have a decent goal threat when they transition. Lex-Tyger Lobinger leads the line for the hosts with 14 goals in 35 league games this season, but Said El Mala has been on fire of late, scoring half of Viktoria’s last 4 league goals. Hannover 96 II are a possession-based, high-pressing team who like to play at a high tempo, but they have the flexibility to change their shape and focus on player development, as Daniel Stendel has done since taking the helm in July 2022. Eric Uhlmann leads the scoring charts for Hannover 96 II with 8 goals in 28 league appearances, but Robin Kalem has been in fine form recently, scoring a third of Hannover’s last 9 league goals.

There is no real rivalry or subplot in this fixture, but there is plenty of league standing at stake. Viktoria Koln 1904 have had a solid season and will be looking to push up the table, while Hannover 96 II are deep in the relegation dogfight, sitting 18th in the 3.Liga 2024/2025. Hannover 96 II are unbeaten in their last 5 games (D4, W1), showing their ability to stay in games and grind out results, but Viktoria Koln 1904 have been more consistent throughout the season.

Viktoria Koln 1904 are the favourites for this game, but they have been inconsistent recently, winning 2 and losing 3 of their last 5 games. They beat Hannover 96 II 2-1 away in this league just 4 months ago, a result which will give them confidence going into this one. Hannover 96 II have been terrible away from home this season, with 4 wins, 5 draws and 9 losses, but they did beat Borussia Dortmund II 4-0 away from home in their last away game. A draw is priced at 3.60, which is very attractive, but Viktoria Koln 1904 have a much better home record and are a stronger team in the league. They should be able to absorb Hannover’s youthful enthusiasm and keep the game under control, but it could get a little chaotic at times.