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On April 17, 2026, FC St. Pauli hosts 1. FC Köln at Millerntor-Stadion in a Bundesliga fixture. Köln's recent form suggests they are slight favorites, with predictions leaning towards a draw or Köln victory. Betting tips focus on safe, value bets based on recent evidence, form, and head-to-head trends.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |
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29 | 7 | 9 | 13 | 43 | 50 | -7 | 30 | W D D D L |
| 16 |
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29 | 6 | 7 | 16 | 25 | 50 | -25 | 25 | L D L L D |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 6 | 7 | 16 |
| Home | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| Away | 15 | 2 | 3 | 10 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 17% | 41% | 41% |
| Home | 14% | 43% | 43% |
| Away | 20% | 40% | 40% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29 | 7 | 9 | 13 |
| Home | 15 | 5 | 4 | 6 |
| Away | 14 | 2 | 5 | 7 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 10% | 76% | 14% |
| Home | 7% | 87% | 7% |
| Away | 14% | 64% | 21% |
This Bundesliga fixture at Millerntor-Stadion sees FC St. Pauli aiming to overturn recent form against a resilient Köln side. St. Pauli's defensive vulnerabilities could be exploited, given Köln’s recent 75% form and high scoring in past meetings. The match's tempo may influence goal opportunities, especially on set pieces. Injuries are not specified, so both squads are expected at full strength.
Both teams are expected to field their strongest squads, with no injuries or suspensions reported. Köln’s recent form and history of goal-scoring suggest their attacking players will be pivotal, while St. Pauli will look for defensive solidity and set-piece opportunities.
In the upcoming match between FC St. Pauli and 1. FC Köln at Millerntor-Stadion, the recent form heavily favors Köln, who've achieved 75% form over their last 4 matches, contrasting with St. Pauli's 25%. The head-to-heads indicate Köln’s dominance, including a recent 4-1 defeat for St. Pauli. Expectations lean towards Köln securing at least a draw, with the predicted scoreline favoring their offense. Defensive setups suggest a relatively open game, with both sides showing goal frequency in recent encounters.
FC St. Pauli may adopt a cautious approach, relying on disciplined defense and quick counters, but their recent defensive record suggests conceding chances. Köln's attacking intent, combined with their strong recent form, indicates they may dominate possession and create numerous goal-scoring opportunities. The game could open up late, especially if Köln scores first, forcing St. Pauli to chase the game.
See below all the main information for this match.
The match between FC St. Pauli and 1. FC Köln is scheduled for April 17, 2026, at Millerntor-Stadion. Both teams are in good form in the Bundesliga, but Köln's recent performances favor them to avoid defeat.
Based on recent form and head-to-head data, Köln has a better chance of winning or at least drawing. The prediction favors Köln to secure at least a point, with a closely contested match likely.
The predicted scoreline for FC St. Pauli vs 1. FC Köln is a draw, with Köln marginally more favored to win. Both teams have shown scoring ability recently, making goals likely.