GERMANY 3. LIGA
18.04.2026 12:00
Sportclub Arena
Referee: K. Behrens
Verl
Match Timeline
FC Viktoria Köln
HT
0' 15' 30' 45' 60' 75' 90'
🔄
34'
J. Eze ↔ F. Wessig
Verl
🔄
41'
T. Gayret ↔ J. Stark
Verl
🔄
46'
M. Stocker ↔ J. Arweiler
Verl
🔄
57'
J. Sachse ↔ B. Zank
FC Viktoria Köln
57'
J. Arweiler · Assist: N. Kijewski
Verl
59'
J. Arweiler · Assist: B. Taz
Verl
🟨
63'
Niko Kijewski
Verl
🟨
69'
Tim Kloss
FC Viktoria Köln
🟨
77'
Marco Wörner
Verl
🔄
78'
D. Otto ↔ L. Popp
FC Viktoria Köln
🔄
78'
T. Duman ↔ J. Vega Zambrano
FC Viktoria Köln
🟨
80'
Tobias Eisenhuth
FC Viktoria Köln
🔄
84'
R. Velasco ↔ S. Kozuki
FC Viktoria Köln
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90+1'
B. Taz ↔ A. Japaur
Verl

Verl vs FC Viktoria Köln Prediction & Match Analysis

Full analysis and predictions for all markets

1X2
Home Win
Probability 56.3%
Odds -
BTTS
BTTS Yes
Probability 82.6%
Odds -
Over / Under 2.5
Over 2.5
Probability 87.1%
Odds -
All Markets
Market Option Probability Odds Stats & Analysis
1X2 Home Win
56.3%
-
BTTS BTTS Yes
82.6%
-
Over / Under 2.5 Over 2.5
87.1%
-
Probability Distribution
Verl Win 56.3%
Draw 12.5%
FC Viktoria Köln Win 31.2%
Expected Goals (xG)
Verl1.85
FC Viktoria Köln1.41
Recent Form (Last 5)
Verl Verl
WWDLW
72 GF / 45 GA
FC Viktoria Köln FC Viktoria Köln
WLDWL
48 GF / 45 GA
Key Stats
2.18
Average Goals Scored
1.45
1.36
Average Goals Conceded
1.36
24
BTTS Yes
17
25
Over 2.5
19
5.26
Shots on Goal
3.78

Statistics are based on season averages

Season Statistics

Team averages and season trends before this fixture

Verl Verl 33 matches
FC Viktoria Köln FC Viktoria Köln 33 matches
Verl Statistic FC Viktoria Köln
15 Wins 14
10 Draws 5
8 Losses 14
72 Goals For 48
45 Goals Against 45
2.18 Avg Goals Scored 1.45
1.36 Avg Goals Conceded 1.36
24 BTTS Yes 17
30 Over 1.5 25
25 Over 2.5 19
17 Over 3.5 11
7 Clean Sheets 10
4 Failed To Score 9
5.26 Shots On Goal 3.78
14.41 Total Shots 9.22
6.07 Corners 3.7
61% Ball Possession 41.9%

Match Analysis

Model notes, team context and key prediction signals

Final Verdict

This match looks like a contest between two sides with a fairly similar football identity. Squad availability does not appear severe enough to completely reshape the expected balance, although smaller absences can still influence specific duels. Overall, the preferred tip is Away Win, while the clean-sheet lean points toward FC Viktoria Köln. The season profile of both teams suggests a matchup where long-term consistency matters, but does not fully remove the possibility of swings in momentum on the day. The attacking numbers of both teams point toward a more open scoring environment.This game has the potential to be open, with both sides capable of creating several scoring chances. The shape dynamic also adds another layer here, with Verl expected to line up in 4-3-1-2 and FC Viktoria Köln in 3-4-3, which may reinforce the expected flow toward FC Viktoria Köln having the stronger overall control. The broader competitive context suggests that patience and control may be just as important as raw attacking intent. Recent form does not point to a completely one-sided rhythm, which increases the chance of a more tactical and phase-based contest.

Verl Analysis

So far, Verl have built a campaign that leaves them 6 in the table on 55 points from 33 matches. Across the campaign, they have posted 15 wins, 10 draws, and 8 losses, while the 72:45 goal ratio supports the view of mixed form over their recent run. Going forward they rely heavily on B. Taz (14 goals), J. Arweiler (13 goals), A. Besio (11 goals), with creative support from B. Taz (15 assists), O. Mhamdi (8 assists), A. Besio (7 assists), and defensively they have been quite vulnerable. At home, the record of 9 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses points toward a very strong split record. They are pushing for upper-table objectives and still have something important to play for. Their broader style still suggests balanced attacking football.

FC Viktoria Köln Analysis

FC Viktoria Köln are currently 10 in the standings with 47 points from 33 matches. Their overall return of 14 wins, 5 draws, and 14 losses with goals at 48:45 reflects good form and are on a winning streak. Their attacking weight is carried by L. Lobinger (15 goals), D. Otto (8 goals), Tim Kloss (6 goals), with creative support from D. Otto (10 assists), Leonhard Münst (6 assists), L. Lobinger (2 assists), while defensively they have appeared quite vulnerable. Away from home, the record of 6 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses points toward a fairly balanced split record. They are operating from a relatively stable mid-table position. Their broader style still suggests balanced attacking football.

H2H Analysis

Across those 13 head-to-head meetings, Verl won 4 times, FC Viktoria Köln won 4 times, while 5 matches finished as draws. The aggregate score in this matchup is 25:22 from Verl's perspective. 9 of those games went over 2.5 goals, and both teams scored in 12 matches, with an average of 3.62 goals per game.

1X2: Home Win
BTTS: BTTS Yes
Over/Under 2.5: Over 2.5
Highest model probability: 12 (87.5%)
Predicted formations: Verl 4-3-1-2 / FC Viktoria Köln 3-4-3
H2H summary: Verl wins 4, draws 5, FC Viktoria Köln wins 4

Standings

3. Liga
# Team MP W D L G GD PTS Form
1 38 24 8 6 66:34 32 80
W D W W W
2 38 21 9 8 72:51 21 72
W W L W W
3 38 20 10 8 78:66 12 70
W W L L L
4 38 19 11 8 66:49 17 68
D D W L W
5 38 18 13 7 74:49 25 67
W W D L D
6
Verl Home
38 18 10 10 82:48 34 64
W L W L W
7 38 19 7 12 76:57 19 64
W W D W W
8 38 15 11 12 54:53 1 56
L L D W D
9 38 15 8 15 54:52 2 53
W L L D D
10 38 15 7 16 59:72 -13 52
L W L D D
11 38 15 6 17 51:53 -2 51
D L W L L
12 38 13 10 15 65:56 9 49
W W L W L
13 38 14 7 17 54:58 -4 49
L L W W L
14 38 13 7 18 57:69 -12 46
L L W L D
15 38 10 14 14 51:57 -6 44
L L W W D
16 38 12 7 19 65:71 -6 43
L W L L L
17 38 9 8 21 57:89 -32 35
L W L W L
18 38 7 13 18 51:70 -19 34
W D W D D
19 38 9 6 23 49:78 -29 33
L D L L W
20 38 5 6 27 38:87 -49 21
L L D D D
Promotion - 2. Bundesliga
Promotion - 2. Bundesliga (Promotion)
Relegation