Highlights

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Watch: Maximilian Beier setting sights on EURO 2024

90'
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Full-time: Wolfsburg 2-2 Hoffenheim

An entertaining ends all square! Hoffenheim took the lead in the first half thanks to a fantastic goal from Maximilian Beier, his eighth of the season, before Lovro Majer restored parity after the break. Then, within the space of three minutes, Grischa Prömel put the visitors in front once more before Majer grabbed his second of the game from the penalty spot. All in all, a draw was probably the fairest result.
Full-time
90'
+ 6

Bebou denied

The substitute rises highest in the box, and directs a header goalwards. However, it is comfortable for Casteels between the sticks.
90'
+ 1

Baumann stays alert

Bornauw flicks a high ball towards goal, but there wasn't enough power on it to beat the Hoffenheim shot-stopper.
90'

Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes

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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 90 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
1.
Ridle Baku
Ridle Baku34.55km/h
3.
Maximilian Beier
Maximilian Beier33.42km/h
88'

Less than two minutes remaining

Can either outfit clinch all three points late on?
83'

Putting in the hard work

The two teams have given everything today!
Distance run (km)
106.6
105.4
78'

Paredes goes close

It is Behrens who gets in the way of the USMNT ace's fierce drive, and the deflection takes it narrowly beyond the post.
74'

And breathe

Both teams will be looking to compose themselves after a frantic few minutes as they look to attack the final quarter-hour.
71'

All square

Majer makes no mistake from 12 yards. We're back on level terms here!
70'

Lovro Majer

GOAL!

2:2
Lovro Majer
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
77 %
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
11 m
70'

Penalty!

A chance for Wolfsburg to respond immediately as Nsoki pushes Majer in the back as he prepares to head home....
68'

Prömel strikes!

The level score lasted less than 10 minutes! Majer tries to block Prömel's effort, but it ultimately nestles in the bottom corner.
66'
Grischa Prömel
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
17 %
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
12.59 m
65'

Hoffenheim leading xGoals

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xGoals
The xGoals value of a club is calculated from the sum of all goal probabilities (goals and shots on goal) of that team. During a match, it’s easy to see whether the club is performing better than expected (goals > xGoals) - or maybe even higher (xGoals > goals).
The visitors have had the better chances so far, but have been unable to convert enough of them.
xGoals
1
0.73
1.27
1
Goals
59'

Parity!

A composed finish with his left from Majer brings Wolfsburg back on to level terms. Can they push on from here?
58'

Lovro Majer

GOAL!

1:1
Lovro Majer
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
5 %
Shot speed
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Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
105.97 km/h
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
19.08 m
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Beier on target

The game's only goalscorer so far.
46'

Underway again

The second 45 minutes are up and running!
Kick-off!
45'
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Half-time: Wolfsburg 0-1 Hoffenheim

Die Kraichgauer are ahead at the break! Maximilian Beier was the goalscorer, showing fantastic composure to bury into the corner after beating two men. Wolfsburg have had a couple of moments, most notably when Jonas Wind hit the post, but they have work to do after the interval.
Half-time
45'
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Casteels tips over!

The last few minutes of this half have belonged to Hoffenheim, and the Wolfsburg goalkeeper needs to be alert to tip a header over the bar.
45'
+ 3

Kramarić free-kick over

The Croatian usually loves those positions, but he can't keep his set-piece down on this occasion.
44'

Stach goes close

That effort was too far away from sneaking into the top corner - Casteels will be delighted to see it go over the bar.
38'

Fairly equal

Both sides have seen plenty of the ball thus far.
Possession (%)
4951
32'

Wind again thwarted

Another wind shot, another Baumann save. The striker is keeping his opponent busy.
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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes

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Speed check: The fastest player in the game after 30 minutes
Through high-end camera technology and machine learning, the speed of each player is evaluated in real time. Top speed then means, the fastest measured single frame of a player/game.
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Maximilian Beier
Maximilian Beier33.42km/h
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Andrej Kramaric
Andrej Kramaric33.01km/h
28'

Over

Hoffenheim give Wolfsburg a reminder of their attacking threat, as Kramarić volleys over from a promising position.
27'

Behrens tries his luck

A first real sight of goal for Behrens as he fires low and straight at Baumann.
23'

Baumann denies Wind!

Another opportunity for the Dane - this time, the Hoffenheim goalkeeper is equal to his effort and pushes it to safety.
21'

Not much in it

One shot on target apiece so far, with Hoffenheim making theirs count.
Goal attempts
3off target
1on target
2off target
1on target
21'

Bornauw heads over

From the resulting corner, the centre-back can't keep his attempt down as it flies over the crossbar.
20'

Post!

So close to an equaliser for Wolfsburg as Wind hits the post on the turn!
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Behrens watch

Wolfsburg are looking to make use of the former Union Berlin man's aerial prowess, but so far to no avail.
11'

Wolfsburg looking to respond

A couple of corners in quick succession for the hosts, but they ultimately come to nothing.
9'

Beier leading the way

The 21-year-old is his side's top goalscorer this season, with the opener here is eighth strike of the campaign.
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Hoffenheim are in front!

The visitors take the lead, and it is the up-and-coming star Beier who strikes, dribbling well before burying into the corner with plenty of composure.
Goal probability
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Goal probability
Goal probability determines the likelihood that the ball will land in the goal from every position on the pitch. The value is based on large amounts of data from previous years; factors such as shot angle, distance to goal and opponent pressure - as well as mathematical models.
30 %
Shot speed
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Shot speed
Shot speed describes the maximum speed in km/h that a ball reaches in a shot on goal. The distance is measured from the location of the shot to the centre of the goal.
89.88 km/h
Distance to Goal
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Distance to Goal
The distance to goal is measured at the time of the shot - from the position of the ball to the center of the goal.
12.25 m
5'

Weghorst heads over

A first attempt from the hosts, as Weghorst nods over the bar. You would expect him to do better from that position.
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And we're off!

Play is underway at the Volkswagen Arena!
Kick-off!

Just over 10 minutes to go

Not long before we get underway here!
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Wolfsburg team news

New signing Kevin Behrens comes straight into the starting line-up, replacing Lovro Majer, while the injured Maxence Lacroix makes way for Sebastiaan Bornauw. There is also a change midfield, as Maximilian Arnold returns to take Mattias Svanberg's place.
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Hoffenheim team news

Pellegrino Matarazzo makes two changes to the side that drew 1-1 with Hoffenheim, as Umut Tuhumcu comes in to replace Florian Grillitsch, while Ozan Kabak takes Kevin Akpoguma's place.

Wolfsburg starting XI

Casteels - Mæhle, Bornauw, Jenz, Rogério - Černý, Vranckx, Arnold (c), Paredes - Behrens, Wind

Wolfsburg subs

Pervan, Fischer, Zesiger, Kamiński, Majer, Baku, Gerhardt, Svanberg, Pejčinović

Hoffenheim starting XI

Baumann (c) - Kadeřábek, Kabak, Brooks, Nsoki - Tohumcu, Stach, Prömel - Kramarić - Weghorst, Beier

Hoffenheim subs

Philipp, Adams, Jurásek, Akpoguma, Conté, Bischof, Bebou, Bülter, Skov
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Kovač's view on Hoffenheim

"Hoffenheim are in a similar position to us - not a on a great run and wanting to turn things around. They're three points ahead of us, but only three behind Freiburg. If we can get in front, we need to push on and score a second goal. That's something we should have done in the last meeting with them. We need to take our chances."
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Matarazzo's view on Wolfsburg

"Wolfsburg have some good players to call on. It's not been quite working for them in front of goal of late, but we must not underestimate them. They have real individual quality and will be all fired up for the game."
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Vote for Goal of the Month!

Harry Kane has claimed the last three awards, but he’s not even up for the vote this time. So, who are you going to pick for January’s Goal of the Month? Watch all 10 contenders here and then cast your vote for your favourite below!

A former Wolf in Hoffenheim clothing

Wout Weghorst hit 59 goals in 118 appearances for Wolfsburg between August 2018 and January 2022, putting him level second with Grafite in the club's all-time Bundesliga scoring charts. The Dutchman has struck five times in 15 games for Hoffenheim so far this season, but failed to register a single shot on goal in the reverse fixture.
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Probable line-ups

Who's set to play this weekend? Who's going to miss out? Keep up to date with all the latest team news right here!
2:03
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Watch: Hoffenheim 3-1 Wolfsburg - previous meeting

John Brooks scored against his former club to help Hoffenheim recover from 1-0 down to beat Wolfsburg earlier this season.
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Watch: Wolfsburg 1-1 Cologne - highlights

Kevin Paredes cancelled out a goal from Faride Alidou as Wolfsburg were held to a third successive 1-1 draw on Matchday 19.
2:59
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Watch: Hoffenheim 1-1 Heidenheim - highlights

Andrej Kramarić's seventh Bundesliga goal of the season secured a share of the spoils in Heidenheim for a Hoffenheim team now winless in 10 matches.
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