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1. FC Koln vs Schalke - H2H Analysis, Preview & Predictions
Germany
Bundesliga RheinEnergieStadion, Cologne 
AI Match Summary
1. FC Koln host Schalke in the Bundesliga. Expect goals in this one — both sides have been finding the net. Recent numbers: 1. FC Koln at 1.69 goals for, 1.86 against; Schalke at 1.86 for, 1.31 against. Head-to-head, 1. FC Koln have won 3 to Schalke's 0, with 2 draws. They last met on Feb 9, 2025, ending 1:0. Model xG sits at 1.63 vs 1.69, favoring Schalke. The model tips Over 2.5 goals in this one.
Win Probability Meter
Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles
Model Confidence
Aggregate indicator score
- Schalke have won more games recently than 1. FC Koln.
- 47% chance of a draw — the model doesn't see a clear favorite.
- Regular Bundesliga form gives a decent read on both sides.
- High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 78%).
Goal Probability Engine
Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories
Recent Team Form Analysis
Averages per match over historical game filters
| Metric | 1. FC Koln | Schalke |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 29 | 29 |
| Wins | 8 | 17 |
| Draws | 9 | 5 |
| Losses | 12 | 7 |
| Goals Scored | 1.69 | 1.86 |
| Goals Conceded | 1.86 | 1.31 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.63 | 1.69 |
| Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) | 1.10 | 1.40 |
H2H
Historical prediction success rates across key markets
SokaPicks Momentum Index
Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)
Attack & Defence Capability Index
AI Prediction Engine Forecast
Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets
SokaPicks Smart Insights
Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system
1. FC Koln found the back of the net in 93% of recent matches (29 games).
Schalke let in goals in 69% of their last 29 matches.
Historical meetings average 2.60 goals per match.
1. FC Koln has registered 3 games unbeaten in their last 5 outings.
Scoring Trends
Recent Form & Match History
1. FC Koln
(Home)Schalke
(Away)League Standings
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Freiburg | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 14:4 | 13 |
| 2 | Dortmund | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 11:4 | 13 |
| 3 | Bayern Munich | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 16:4 | 11 |
| 4 | Bayer Leverkusen | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 14:8 | 10 |
| 5 | RB Leipzig | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 15:5 | 9 |
| 6 | Augsburg | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 13:8 | 8 |
| 7 | Werder Bremen | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 10:10 | 8 |
| 8 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 10:16 | 8 |
| 9 | Mainz | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 13:10 | 7 |
| 10 | Elversberg | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 8:8 | 7 |
| 11 | 1. FC Koln | 6 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 8:11 | 7 |
| 12 | VfB Stuttgart | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 8:9 | 6 |
| 13 | Hamburger | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5:15 | 6 |
| 14 | Schalke | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4:6 | 5 |
| 15 | Paderborn | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3:7 | 4 |
| 16 | Union Berlin | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 5:17 | 4 |
| 17 | Hoffenheim | 5 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9:13 | 3 |
| 18 | B. Monchengladbach | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 7:18 | 0 |
