Bundesliga· Kick-off : Sunday, November 8, 2026, 18:30 (UK time)
1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04: 2-1 result and AI prediction review
Review: prediction vs result
Final score: 1899 Hoffenheim 2-1 FC Schalke 04. The 1X2 prediction came good: victory for 1899 Hoffenheim was the model's favourite outcome (85%). The final score ranked 5th among the most likely scorelines (6.4%), behind 2-0. On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (29%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (57%): correct.
Match analysis
1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04 was played on Sunday, November 8, 2026 (Bundesliga, matchday 9). Venue: Prezero Arena, Sinsheim. Before kick-off, our model gave 1899 Hoffenheim a 85% chance of winning, the draw 11% and FC Schalke 04 4%. The most likely correct score is 2-0 (17.4%), ahead of 3-0 (15.0%) and 1-0 (13.5%).
Over their last 5 matches, 1899 Hoffenheim have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 8 and conceding 4. FC Schalke 04 have not won any of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 4 defeats), scoring 1 and conceding 7. Recent momentum is clearly with 1899 Hoffenheim. On average 1899 Hoffenheim score 1.60 and concede 0.80 goals per game; FC Schalke 04 score 0.20 and concede 1.40. In the table, 1899 Hoffenheim sit 14th with 9 points from 8 games, FC Schalke 04 17th with 6 points from 8. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, 1899 Hoffenheim have averaged 1.77 xG (expected goals) per match, against 0.54 for FC Schalke 04.
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 4 wins for 1899 Hoffenheim, 1 for FC Schalke 04 and 0 draws. The most recent ended 1899 Hoffenheim 2-0 FC Schalke 04 (Apr 9, 2023). 1899 Hoffenheim out or doubtful: B. Conte, N. De Cat, L. Engelns, V. Gendrey, A. Hajdari, R. Hranac, P. Wimmer and V. Coufal (doubtful). In double chance terms, "1899 Hoffenheim or draw" stands at 96%, "FC Schalke 04 or draw" at 15% and "no draw" at 89%.
In short : 1899 Hoffenheim are tipped by our AI model in this 1899 Hoffenheim v FC Schalke 04 (85%). On recent form, 1899 Hoffenheim have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in 5 while FC Schalke 04 are struggling (4 losses in 5). Our model's most likely scoreline: 2-0.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
Most likely correct scores
Scores shown as 1899 Hoffenheim – FC Schalke 04. 2-0 is the single most likely scoreline (17.4%); the 5 scores below add up to 62% of all outcomes, which is why an exact score remains hard to call.
| Score | Probability |
|---|---|
| 1899 Hoffenheim 2-0 FC Schalke 04 | 17.4% |
| 1899 Hoffenheim 3-0 FC Schalke 04 | 15.0% |
| 1899 Hoffenheim 1-0 FC Schalke 04 | 13.5% |
| 1899 Hoffenheim 4-0 FC Schalke 04 | 9.7% |
| 1899 Hoffenheim 2-1 FC Schalke 04 | 6.4% |
Goals: both teams to score, over/under
The model expects 2.95 goals in total (2.58 for 1899 Hoffenheim, 0.37 for FC Schalke 04): over 2.5 goals has a 57% probability and both teams to score 29%. 1899 Hoffenheim keep a clean sheet in 69% of scenarios, FC Schalke 04 in 8%.
| Probability | |
|---|---|
| 1899 Hoffenheim expected goals | 2.58 |
| FC Schalke 04 expected goals | 0.37 |
| Both teams to score | 29% |
| Over 1.5 goals | 79% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 57% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 34% |
| 1899 Hoffenheim clean sheet | 69% |
| FC Schalke 04 clean sheet | 8% |
Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
1899 Hoffenheim
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2026 | Crystal Palace · UEFA Europa League | 1-1 | D |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Werder Bremen · Bundesliga | 0-2 | L |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Holstein Kiel · DFB-Pokal | 1-1 | D |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Bayer Leverkusen · Bundesliga | 3-0 | W |
| Oct 22, 2026 | Lyon · UEFA Europa League | 3-0 | W |
FC Schalke 04
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 31, 2026 | RB Leipzig · Bundesliga | 0-2 | L |
| Oct 28, 2026 | Dynamo Dresden · DFB-Pokal | 0-2 | L |
| Oct 24, 2026 | 1. FC Köln · Bundesliga | 0-0 | D |
| Oct 17, 2026 | FSV Mainz 05 · Bundesliga | 0-1 | L |
| Oct 11, 2026 | SC Freiburg · Bundesliga | 1-2 | L |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1899 Hoffenheim | 14 | 9 | 8 |
| FC Schalke 04 | 17 | 6 | 8 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2023 | 1899 Hoffenheim 2-0 FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga |
| Oct 18, 2022 | 1899 Hoffenheim 5-1 FC Schalke 04 | DFB Pokal |
| Oct 14, 2022 | FC Schalke 04 0-3 1899 Hoffenheim | Bundesliga |
| May 8, 2021 | 1899 Hoffenheim 4-2 FC Schalke 04 | Bundesliga |
| Jan 9, 2021 | FC Schalke 04 4-0 1899 Hoffenheim | Bundesliga |
Out and doubtful
1899 Hoffenheim
- B. Conte (out)
- N. De Cat (out)
- L. Engelns (out)
- V. Gendrey (out)
- A. Hajdari (out)
- R. Hranac (out)
- P. Wimmer (out)
- V. Coufal (doubtful)
FC Schalke 04
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
1899 Hoffenheim
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Kramarić4/5
- L. Avdullahu4/5
- A. Prass3/5
- K. Machida3/5
- M. Rots3/5
- O. Baumann3/5
- O. Kabak3/5
- T. Lemperle3/5
- W. Burger3/5
- A. Daghim2/5
- A. Hložek2/5
FC Schalke 04
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Aouchiche3/5
- L. Karius3/5
- S. Tanaka3/5
- H. Kuruçay2/5
- Hasan Kuruçay2/5
- Hwang Hee-Chan2/5
- Junior Adamu2/5
- K. Karaman2/5
- Loris Karius2/5
- M. Ayhan2/5
- N. Katić2/5
Other matches in this competition
- Hamburger SV 3-1 Borussia MönchengladbachNov 6, 2026
- FSV Mainz 05 1-2 Bayern MünchenNov 7, 2026
- Borussia Dortmund 2-1 SV ElversbergNov 7, 2026
- RB Leipzig 5-2 FC AugsburgNov 7, 2026
- SC Paderborn 07 2-2 Eintracht FrankfurtNov 7, 2026
- VfB Stuttgart 1-0 Werder BremenNov 7, 2026
- 1. FC Köln 1-2 Bayer LeverkusenNov 8, 2026
- SC Freiburg 2-0 Union BerlinNov 8, 2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the 1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04 prediction?
Before the match, our AI gave 1899 Hoffenheim a 85% chance of winning, the draw 11% and FC Schalke 04 4%. 1899 Hoffenheim are therefore favourites. Final score: 2-1.
What is the most likely correct score for 1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04?
2-0 (17.4%), followed by 3-0 (15.0%), 1-0 (13.5%), 4-0 (9.7%) and 2-1 (6.4%).
Will both teams score in 1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04?
The probability that both 1899 Hoffenheim and FC Schalke 04 score is 29%. 1899 Hoffenheim have a 69% chance of keeping a clean sheet, FC Schalke 04 8%.
How many goals should we expect in 1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04?
The model expects 2.95 goals (2.58 for 1899 Hoffenheim, 0.37 for FC Schalke 04). Probabilities: over 1.5 goals 79%, over 2.5 goals 57%, over 3.5 goals 34%.
When and where is 1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04 played?
Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 18:30 (UK time), Bundesliga, matchday 9. Venue: Prezero Arena, Sinsheim.
What form are 1899 Hoffenheim and FC Schalke 04 in?
1899 Hoffenheim: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (8 scored, 4 conceded). FC Schalke 04: 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches (1 scored, 7 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between 1899 Hoffenheim and FC Schalke 04?
In the last 5 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 4 wins for 1899 Hoffenheim, 1 for FC Schalke 04 and 0 draws. The most recent ended 1899 Hoffenheim 2-0 FC Schalke 04 (Apr 9, 2023).
What was the 1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04 result, and was the prediction right?
Final score: 1899 Hoffenheim 2-1 FC Schalke 04. The 1X2 prediction came good: victory for 1899 Hoffenheim was the model's favourite outcome (85%). The final score ranked 5th among the most likely scorelines (6.4%), behind 2-0. On goals, the model did not expect both teams to score (29%): missed; it pointed to over 2.5 goals (57%): correct.
How is the 1899 Hoffenheim vs FC Schalke 04 prediction calculated?
The model estimates each team's expected goals (2.58 for 1899 Hoffenheim, 0.37 for FC Schalke 04) from recent form, xG and standings, then applies a Poisson distribution: every possible score gets a probability, from which the 1X2, correct score, both teams to score and total goals are derived. Every figure is calculated, none is made up.
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