Hoffenheim are hoping to capitalise on their home advantage at the PreZero Arena, while Dynamo Kyiv will look to recover from a heavy defeat in their opening Europa League match when the two sides meet this week.
Hoffenheim Recent Form
After a promising seventh-place finish in the Bundesliga last season, Hoffenheim have struggled to build momentum, as they've only managed two wins from seven matches this season across all competitions.
A 1-1 draw in their Europa League opener against FC Midtjylland was their only point in European competition so far. Domestic form hasn't been any better, with their last league match ending in a disappointing 4-3 defeat to Werder Bremen, despite leading 3-0 at one point.
Injury and team news
Hoffenheim could be missing up to six players due to injury, including key striker Andrej Kramaric, who is a doubt due to illness.
David Jurasek, Finn Becker, Grischa Promel, Ihlas Bebou, and Ozan Kabak are all confirmed absentees.
Last Hoffenheim Lineup
Here is how Hoffenheim lined up for their last match:
Dynamo Kyiv Recent Form
Dynamo Kyiv have been in strong domestic form, leading the Ukrainian Premier League with 19 points from seven matches.
However, their European campaign started poorly with a 3-0 defeat to Lazio. They responded with a 3-0 win against FC Livyy Bereh in their latest domestic game.
Injury and team news
Dynamo Kyiv are also facing a number of injuries, with Maksym Bragaru suspended after his red card against Lazio.
Other players sidelined include Matviy Ponomarenko, Mykola Mykhaylenko, Nazar Voloshyn, Vladimir Shepelev, and Brayan Ceballos.
Last Dynamo Kyiv Lineup
Here is how Dynamo Kyiv lined up for their last match:
Hoffenheim Player To Watch
Max Moerstedt – The young forward rescued a point for Hoffenheim in their last Europa League outing with an 89th-minute equaliser and will be key to their attack.
Dynamo Kyiv Player To Watch
Andriy Yarmolenko – The veteran winger provides creativity and leadership for Dynamo Kyiv, with his experience crucial in big European matches.
Prediction
Hoffenheim, despite their poor form, are stronger on paper and will benefit from playing at home. Dynamo Kyiv will provide a stern test, but the German side are tipped to edge it.
Our Prediction: Hoffenheim 2-1 Dynamo Kyiv
Betting Tips
Tip 1
Both teams to score – Hoffenheim have defensive issues, and Kyiv will likely find the net.
Tip 2
Over 2.5 goals - Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games recently.
Tip 3
Hoffenheim to win – With the home advantage, Hoffenheim are the favourites to secure the victory.
