Overall situation

St Pauli are fighting to avoid relegation and are winless in their last 5 matches.
They urgently need results to climb out of danger.

FC Köln have the strongest attacking record among teams in the bottom half.

Recent form

St Pauli have collected just 2 points in their last 5 games.
A 5-0 defeat to Bayern highlights their current struggles.

Lack of goals

St Pauli have scored only 25 goals all season, the worst in the league.
Just 2 goals in their last 5 matches underline their attacking issues.

Home performance

16 of their 25 points have been earned at home.
This shows heavy reliance on home fixtures.

Head-to-head

FC Köln are unbeaten in the last 7 meetings against St Pauli.
This gives them a clear psychological edge.

FC Köln attacking strength

Köln have the best attacking record among lower-half teams.
They generate more consistent scoring chances.

Away form

Köln are winless in 10 straight away Bundesliga games.
However, their attacking quality remains higher than their opponent’s.

Squad issues

St Pauli are missing key players due to suspension and injuries.
Köln have fewer and less impactful absences.

Match scenario

St Pauli are likely to sit deep and defend.
Köln will aim to control possession and create pressure.

Conclusion

St Pauli’s weak attack and Köln’s stronger offensive profile favor the visitors.
Despite poor away form, Köln have higher scoring potential.

Prediction:
FC Köln over 1.5 team goals