FC Heidenheim host Magdeburg at Voith-Arena, Heidenheim an der Brenz on Sunday, May 23 at 3:30 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). Magdeburg travel in good form (3W 0D 2L recently), which may hand the initiative to the hosts.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — FC Heidenheim and Magdeburg have split their 4 meetings almost evenly (1W–3D–0W). Their last encounter ended in a 0–0 draw.

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