Hoffenheim vs Tottenham prediction, odds and betting offer
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Hoffenheim and Tottenham Hotspur are set to face off on Thursday in a crucial UEFA Europa League matchday seven encounter, with both sides eager to revitalise their campaigns. Recent defensive frailties suggest the potential for an exciting contest. Hoffenheim approach the match buoyed by a 3-1 Bundesliga victory over Holstein Kiel last weekend. However, this win marks only their second in the last ten outings across all competitions, reflecting a challenging period for Christian Ilzer's squad.
In the Europa League, Hoffenheim have managed just one win in six matches but remain within reach of the playoffs, trailing the top 24 by a single point. Their defensive issues are evident, having failed to keep a clean sheet in four of their last five home games, with three of those matches seeing more goals scored after the break.
Tottenham Hotspur's recent form mirrors Hoffenheim's struggles. Spurs have not won any of their last three Europa League fixtures, including a 1-1 draw against Rangers. They currently sit just outside the top eight. Domestically, Tottenham suffered a 3-2 defeat to Everton last weekend, extending their winless streak to six out of eight matches in all competitions. Like Hoffenheim, Ange Postecoglou's team tends to come alive in the second half, netting goals after the interval in two of their last three Europa League games.
