The visitors are in form, but the road trip could level the playing field: Hoffenheim vs Beşiktaş prediction
The second-round clash of the Europa League league phase between Hoffenheim and Beşiktaş will take place on October 15, 2026, at PreZero Arena. The German club began the tournament with a 0-2 defeat to OFI, while the Turkish side thrashed Marseille 4-1.
Hoffenheim: a disastrous start to the season
Christian Ilzer's side have lost four of their five Bundesliga matches, and in their latest outing they fell 2-3 to Hamburg after surrendering a 2-1 lead. Hoffenheim's only league win came at home against Stuttgart, with a 2-1 scoreline.
The Europa League campaign also began poorly: the 0-2 defeat to OFI was particularly painful, as the Germans created chances worth 1.74 xG but failed to score. Even so, the team still looks more dangerous at home than away.
Beşiktaş: five wins in six matches
Vincenzo Italiano's side are enjoying an impressive run. Beşiktaş have won five of their last six matches, while in the opening round of the Europa League they thrashed Marseille 4-1.
The visitors' main problem is their away form. The Turkish club have lost three of their last four matches on the road, failing to score in two of them. Their attack will also be weakened by the injury to Václav Černý, who will miss the match.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Hoffenheim have lost five of their last six matches in all competitions.
- Beşiktaş have won five of their previous six matches.
- The Turkish club have lost three of their last four away matches.
Home advantage could halt the favourites: Hoffenheim vs Beşiktaş prediction
Based on their current form, Beşiktaş look far more convincing and possess a more consistent attack. However, the visitors' away record raises plenty of questions, while Černý's absence further reduces their attacking options.
Hoffenheim are enduring a poor season, but they have already beaten Stuttgart at home and are capable of putting up a fight. With all these factors in mind, the most logical outcome looks like a closely contested draw.
