FC Heidenheim host Hertha Berlin at Voith-Arena, Heidenheim an der Brenz on Sunday, Jan 31 at 1:30 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 3 points in the 2. Bundesliga, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

FC Heidenheim come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Hertha Berlin, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (5W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Despite playing at home, FC Heidenheim face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Hertha Berlin have won 4 of 4 encounters. Their last encounter ended in FC Heidenheim won 1–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 3.8 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives FC Heidenheim a slight edge, but Hertha Berlin are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.