1. FC Heidenheim
BundesligaSeason Statistics
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Team Overview
1. FC Heidenheim represents one of German football's most remarkable success stories, having climbed from the lower divisions to establish themselves in the Bundesliga. Under the long-term guidance of Frank Schmidt, the club has built a reputation for disciplined, organized football that maximizes limited resources through tactical cohesion and collective effort. Heidenheim's approach has traditionally emphasized defensive solidity and counter-attacking opportunities, making them a challenging opponent for teams that underestimate their structure and work rate.
The current Bundesliga campaign has proven exceptionally difficult for Heidenheim, with their record of 6 wins, 8 draws, and 19 losses from 33 matches placing them in a precarious position. Their goal statistics tell a concerning story, having scored just 41 times while conceding 70, resulting in a goal difference of -29. Particularly troubling has been their away form, managing only 2 victories in 17 matches on the road compared to 4 wins from 16 home fixtures. The team has managed just one clean sheet across the entire season and failed to score in 11 matches, highlighting struggles at both ends of the pitch.
Despite these challenging numbers, Heidenheim's recent form shows some resilience with their last five results reading wins, draws, and losses in mixed sequence. Their home record of 4 wins and 5 draws from 16 matches suggests they remain competitive at their own ground, where their organized approach and familiar surroundings can neutralize stronger opposition. The club's ability to secure crucial points when needed has been evident throughout their remarkable journey through German football's pyramid system.
Squad (27 players)
Goalkeepers (3)
Defenders (8)
Midfielders (8)
Attackers (8)
Player Statistics
2025/26 Season| # | Player | Pos | Rating | Apps | Goals | Assists | Mins | Tackles | Passes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | |
DF | 33 | 2 | 2 | 2970 | 45 | 1305 | |
| 41 | |
GK | 31 | 0 | 1 | 2790 | 1 | 1531 | |
| 30 | |
MF | 31 | 0 | 1 | 2197 | 58 | 944 | |
| 22 | |
FW | 31 | 2 | 4 | 2116 | 34 | 790 | |
| 3 | |
MF | 30 | 3 | 3 | 2170 | 28 | 651 | |
| 2 | |
MF | 28 | 1 | 5 | 1867 | 35 | 665 | |
| 17 | |
FW | 26 | 2 | 1 | 1243 | 20 | 288 | |
| 19 | |
MF | 26 | 1 | 1 | 2237 | 43 | 754 | |
| 9 | |
FW | 26 | 5 | 1 | 787 | 9 | 156 | |
| 18 | |
FW | 26 | 4 | 1 | 1608 | 20 | 373 | |
| 23 | |
DF | 25 | 0 | 2 | 1469 | 22 | 545 | |
| 16 | |
MF | 24 | 3 | 0 | 1397 | 17 | 611 | |
| 21 | |
MF | 23 | 1 | 1 | 867 | 17 | 371 | |
| 5 | |
DF | 21 | 0 | 0 | 1448 | 35 | 663 | |
| 11 | |
FW | 19 | 6 | 0 | 1056 | 12 | 208 | |
| 20 | |
MF | 18 | 2 | 0 | 721 | 17 | 115 | |
| 29 | |
FW | 16 | 1 | 1 | 546 | 3 | 99 | |
| 4 | |
DF | 15 | 0 | 0 | 1093 | 23 | 545 | |
| 31 | |
FW | 15 | 2 | 1 | 619 | 7 | 130 | |
| 26 | |
MF | 15 | 1 | 2 | 1229 | 26 | 420 | |
| 8 | |
FW | 13 | 3 | 1 | 1062 | 17 | 298 | |
| 10 | |
FW | 8 | 0 | 0 | 360 | 2 | 68 | |
| 28 | |
DF | 6 | 1 | 0 | 89 | 1 | 31 | |
| 25 | |
DF | 5 | 0 | 0 | 203 | 8 | 76 | |
| 38 | |
FW | 4 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 1 | 10 | |
| 40 | |
GK | 2 | 0 | 0 | 180 | 0 | 86 |
Recent Transfers
2024/25 & 2025/26Arrivals (22)
Departures (24)
Injuries & Availability
Impact Analysis
1. FC Heidenheim faces a manageable injury situation with three players currently sidelined, though the concentration of knee problems presents some concern for the medical staff. The absence of L. Paqarada and S. Conteh to knee injuries removes two players from what appears to be similar positional roles, while M. Busch's unspecified injury adds to the squad's current limitations. With no players listed as doubtful, the coaching staff at least has clarity over their available personnel for team selection.
The current injury list represents a modest portion of the overall squad, suggesting that Heidenheim's depth should be sufficient to maintain competitive lineups. However, the specific nature of the knee injuries affecting both Paqarada and Conteh could indicate either coincidental timing or potentially problematic training conditions that warrant monitoring. The club's ability to cope with these absences will largely depend on the quality of their replacement options and whether the affected positions have adequate cover within the remaining fit players. While three unavailable players is far from a crisis situation, any additional injuries to players in similar roles could begin to test the squad's resilience and tactical flexibility in the coming fixtures.
Recent Form
Form Analysis
1. FC Heidenheim's recent form demonstrates a resilient side capable of competing effectively across different levels of opposition. With three wins, one draw, and one loss from their last five matches, they have shown impressive attacking output, netting 12 goals while conceding seven. Their most notable result came against Bayern München, where they secured a remarkable 3-3 draw away from home, showcasing their ability to trouble even the league's elite teams. The narrow 2-1 defeat to SC Freiburg away represents their only loss in this sequence, suggesting they remain competitive against quality opposition.
The attacking statistics paint a particularly encouraging picture, with Heidenheim averaging 2.4 goals per game across this five-match period. Their home form appears solid, recording convincing victories against FC St. Pauli and Union Berlin with clean sheets and multiple goals in both fixtures. While their away record shows more mixed results, the high-scoring draw with Bayern München and competitive narrow loss to Freiburg indicate they are not overawed when playing away from home. The balance between their attacking threat and defensive vulnerability suggests a team that prioritizes positive, forward-thinking football while maintaining enough defensive structure to remain competitive against varied opposition quality.
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