Nader El-Jindaoui

① Hoffenheim II have the advantage at home, aiming to control the tempo.

② RW Essen will look to disrupt and counter, but may fall short.

③ A narrow 1-0 win for Hoffenheim II is plausible given the structure.

① Hoffenheim II's experience and pace give them the upper hand away from home.

② Ulm will push forward but may be exposed on counters.

③ Both sides should score, with the visitors taking the game late.

① 1860 München appear slightly more clinical on the road.

② Hoffenheim II will try to leverage home advantage but may concede late.

③ An away win is plausible with a tight scoreline.

① Away form is superior.

② The visitors have won their last 3 away games.

③ Defensive fragility at home could be exploited.