Augsburg vs FC Koln Prediction, Odds, Betting Tips – Bundesliga 27/02/2026

Bundesliga

Augsburg vs FC Koln

Fri, 27 February 2026 – 19:30

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Draw

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Augsburg vs FC Koln takes place in the Bundesliga, with the hosts arriving in strong form and Koln chasing points under pressure. Below you will find the key recent results, head to head context, team news angles, and our betting picks for this matchup. Augsburg vs FC Koln kicks off at 19:30 GMT+0 on 27/02/2026 at WWK Arena (Augsburg).

This is a Bundesliga 2025/26 league round fixture (Round 24), with T. Welz appointed as referee, and you read our Augsburg vs FC Koln prediction 2026.

Current Bundesliga standings for Augsburg vs FC Koln February 27, 2026

Ahead of kickoff, Augsburg sit 10th with 28 points from 23 matches, while FC Koln are 12th with 24 points from 23 matches.

Betting Tips and Match Insights

Augsburg vs FC Koln betting tips describe this matchup as shaped by Augsburg’s strong momentum and Koln’s urgent need for points near the bottom zone. Augsburg vs FC Koln prediction today should start with recent performance trends and availability, because Koln’s squad depth is under real pressure. Head to head meetings have been tight, so small details like set piece defending and game management matter more than reputation. Augsburg’s recent wins suggest they can punish transitions, while Koln’s recent games show they can score but struggle to protect leads. Use the next sections to line up form, results, and matchup history before choosing a market.

Augsburg Results

Augsburg have flipped their season with a run of wins that includes high level away performances. The confidence is visible in how they handle key moments and late phases. They also look more comfortable switching between control and direct attacks.

Four wins in five underline a team that is finishing games better and staying compact when under pressure. The Bayern win is a major reference point for belief and defensive discipline. The clean sheet against Heidenheim shows they can win without chasing a high tempo shootout. The Mainz defeat is the reminder that if Augsburg lose midfield duels, they can be forced into longer defensive sprints. Overall, their recent results point to a stable baseline performance.

FC Koln Results

FC Koln come into this one with mixed outcomes and a clear need to add points fast. They have shown they can score against strong opposition, but they have also conceded at costly times. The recent draw stopped a losing streak, yet it does not erase the defensive risk.

They have taken four losses in five, with the Wolfsburg win the lone bright spot. The 2-2 draw versus Hoffenheim confirms there is threat up front, but also that game control is fragile. Losing by one goal several times suggests fine margins, yet those margins keep landing the wrong way. Away at Freiburg they competed, but they could not avoid decisive defensive moments. With injuries piling up, their ability to change the game from the bench is reduced.

Who will win Friday’s Bundesliga clash between Augsburg and FC Koln?

Augsburg > Draw > FC Koln >

Augsburg

43%

Draw

27%

FC Koln

30%

Augsburg vs FC Koln Head to Head

Recent meetings between these sides have produced close scorelines and repeated draws. That pattern matters because it suggests Augsburg still need to be patient, even if current form points their way. Koln have also shown they can hurt Augsburg when the game becomes open.

Three straight 1-1 draws hint at a matchup that often stays level deep into the second half. The two Koln wins in the older games show they can punish mistakes, especially if Augsburg overcommit.

Predicted starting lineups Augsburg vs FC Koln football match

Below are the projected starters for Augsburg and FC Koln based on the expected setup and the current availability list. This section helps you see likely matchups by position and understand where each side may have advantages or weak spots. Final lineups can still change close to kickoff due to late fitness checks or tactical decisions.

Augsburg predicted lineup

Dahmen (GK), Banks (DF), Schlotterbeck (DF), Zesiger (DF), Giannoulis (MF), Fellhauer (MF), Massengo (MF), Rexhbecaj (MF), Komur (MF), Claude-Maurice (MF), Ribeiro (FW).

FC Koln predicted lineup

Schwabe (GK), Simpson-Pusey (DF), Van den Berg (DF), Ozkacar (DF), Lund (DF), Bulter (MF), Martel (MF), Johannesson (MF), Kaminski (MF), Ache (FW), Waldschmidt (FW).

Injured and Questionable Players

The list below covers players who are unavailable or in doubt for Augsburg vs FC Koln. These names are kept separate from the projected starters above.

Key Factors Before Kickoff

This game has a clear narrative, but the betting edge comes from specifics like availability, current streaks, and how each team is likely to manage risk. Augsburg are trending up with most of the squad fit, while Koln’s injury list affects cohesion and rotation. The off field situation around Koln has also been intense this week, which can influence focus and atmosphere.

• Augsburg are one of the best recent performers in the league after their coaching change, and their confidence is high;
• Augsburg have won four of their last five league matches, including away wins at Bayern and Wolfsburg;
• Koln have won only one of their last five Bundesliga games, with four losses in that run;
• Augsburg are missing Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (knee) and Chrislain Matsima (muscle);
• Koln have multiple absences including Hubers (knee) and Kilian (knee), plus several muscle injuries limiting selection;
• Joel Schmied is out with a muscle injury, confirmed after the Hoffenheim match;
• Linton Maina is expected to miss out, and Schenten is a late fitness question;
• Alexis Claude Maurice is a key attacking driver for Augsburg right now, with strong recent goal involvement;
• Head to head results lean toward tight scorelines, so one early goal can completely reshape market value.

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Free Tips on Augsburg vs FC Koln

These tips are built around what the recent results and the last five head to head meetings tell us about Augsburg vs FC Koln. The aim is to translate trends into practical betting checkpoints, so you can pick markets that match how this fixture usually plays out. Use them as a final pre match filter, or as a guide for live betting once the tempo becomes clear.

• Prioritize tight game scenarios, three straight 1-1 head to head draws point to long periods of balance, so markets that benefit from a close scoreline can fit this pairing.
• Lean toward Augsburg based on momentum, they have won four of their last five league matches, while Koln have lost four of their last five, that form gap often shows up after halftime.
• Watch for goal value rather than early winner bets, Koln’s recent games include both scoring and conceding, and Augsburg have produced high scoring wins, so live totals can be more efficient once you see the chance quality.
• Factor in Koln’s depleted squad depth, with several starters missing, their intensity often drops late, which can make second half Augsburg angles more attractive.
• Use the venue as a stability signal, Augsburg’s current run includes strong home results, and in a matchup where margins are thin, the home side’s control of game phases can matter most.

Augsburg vs FC Koln Match Prediction 2026

This Augsburg vs FC Koln match prediction leans toward the home side because Augsburg arrive with a repeatable structure and stronger recent results, while Koln’s injury list limits both their starting options and in game adjustments. Koln can score, as shown by the 2-2 draw last weekend, but they have struggled to protect leads and to manage the key phases after conceding. The head to head series warns against overconfidence, yet Augsburg’s current level looks higher, especially if they control transitions and avoid cheap fouls in dangerous zones. From a pricing perspective, Augsburg vs FC Koln odds often tighten late, so early value tends to sit on the side with better stability and fewer selection issues.

Our Prediction: Augsburg 2-1 FC Koln

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