Viktoria Köln and Waldhof Mannheim face each other on Saturday 01.31.2026, at 13:00 (UK Time), in a 3. Liga 2025/26 match. The game will take place at Viktoria Köln's home ground, the Sportpark Höhenberg.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between Viktoria Köln and Waldhof Mannheim, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for Viktoria Köln vs Waldhof Mannheim

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

APWin Prediction

Correct Score: 2 - 1

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👉 Our prediction is: Waldhof Mannheim to win

Take Waldhof Mannheim lightly at your own risk. While they are playing away from home, they are still a dangerous opponent that is capable of causing an upset.

Indeed, we are tipping Waldhof Mannheim to win outright on the 1X2 market, where they are priced at 2 to win. We see Waldhof Mannheim matching up well with Viktoria Köln, and they have some weapons that can exploit the home side's vulnerabilities.

Viktoria Köln preview

Viktoria Köln heads into the match with the following record in the 3. Liga: in 21 matches, Viktoria Köln secured 9 victories, 3 draws, and 9 losses, maintaining an average of 1.43 points per game.

Taking a broader look at Viktoria Köln's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 9 victories so far.

Viktoria Köln has been effective in the offense, scoring a total of 31 goals, of which 30 were scored in the 3. Liga, resulting in an average of 1.43 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is Lex-Tyger Lobinger, who has found the back of the net 11 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offense. David Otto has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 4 assists.

On the defensive side, Viktoria Köln has conceded 27 goals in the 3. Liga (an average of 1.29 per game) and 30 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 1.36 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.

Waldhof Mannheim preview

Waldhof Mannheim comes into the game with 21 matches played so far in the 3. Liga. They have secured 9 victories, 2 draws, and 10 losses, maintaining an average of 1.38 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 9 wins, 2 draws, and 10 losses.

Waldhof Mannheim's attack has been highly effective, scoring 34 goals during this period. Of that total, 34 were netted in the 3. Liga, with an average of 1.62 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.62.

Waldhof Mannheim's offensive system is led by Felix Lohkemper, the team's top scorer this season. The german forward has found the back of the net 8 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Arianit Ferati. The midfielder has contributed with 4 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 40 goals with an average of 1.9 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 40 goals in 21 matches, averaging 1.9 per match.

Head to head: Viktoria Köln vs Waldhof Mannheim

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Home Team

Viktoria Köln Team Logo

Viktoria Köln

Germany - 3. Liga

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W L D W L

1.43

Home W D L L W

1.82

Away L W L W L

1

Away Team

Waldhof Mannheim Team Logo

Waldhof Mannheim

Germany - 3. Liga

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L L D L W

1.38

Home L D W W W

1.55

Away L L W L L

1.2

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Published on 28 January 2026, at 20:31 Last updated on 29 January 2026, at 02:53
Author: Amauri Barbosa

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