In the Bundesliga 2025/26, Hoffenheim is aiming for its first home victory after a six-month drought, hosting 1. FC Heidenheim in a crucial match. Hoffenheim, currently ranked 9th with 10 points, has lost its last five home games but excels in away matches, sitting at the top of the away table. Coach Christian Ilzer emphasizes the importance of a collective effort and mental resilience, especially as Hoffenheim faces the weakest home team against the worst away team. The team is missing defender Arthur Chaves due to injury, but key players like Andrej Kramaric and Tim Lemperle are fit and ready. Hoffenheim's previous encounters with Heidenheim have been positive, with no losses in four matches. Meanwhile, Heidenheim, led by coach Frank Schmidt, is fighting relegation, sitting 17th with just four points and a negative goal difference of -7. Schmidt relies on psychological strategies to motivate his team, focusing on fighting spirit rather than fear of relegation. Heidenheim recently showed offensive improvement with a club-record 31 shots in their last game but needs to improve their away performance, having lost all three away matches. Hoffenheim hopes to leverage home advantage and break their losing streak, with coach Christian Ilzer demanding a strong team performance. The match is scheduled for Saturday at 15:30, with Hoffenheim eager to secure their first home win of the season against a challenging opponent.