Viktoria Köln vs Energie Cottbus predictions, Apr 26, 2026

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Viktoria Köln

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As Viktoria Köln prepares to host Energie Cottbus on April 26, 2026, the match is set to be a compelling encounter in the German 3. Bundesliga. Both teams enter the fixture with a decent run of form, having secured 3 wins in their last 5 matches. This recent success will undoubtedly boost their confidence ahead of this crucial clash.

Viktoria Köln has showcased a resilient defense and has demonstrated a growing ability to convert opportunities into goals, making them a formidable opponent at home. Their tactical approach often includes a compact midfield designed to disrupt the opposition’s flow, which will be key against Energie Cottbus.

On the other hand, Energie Cottbus has shown effectiveness in their attacking plays, with a knack for quick transitions and exploiting defensive lapses. Their focus on pressing high may create openings but could also leave them vulnerable to counterattacks from Köln.

Bookmakers place Viktoria Köln at odds of 3.43 for a home win, whereas Energie Cottbus is favored at 1.88 for an away victory. With our model estimating a probability of 26.5% for a home win, 23% for a draw, and 50.5% for an away win, fans can expect a tightly contested affair. Given both teams’ current form and tactical nuances, the outcome remains uncertain.

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Viktoria Köln
27.1%
Draw
23.5%
Cottbus
49.4%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 3.43 3.95 1.88

Latest Results

18.04.26 SC Verl – Viktoria Köln – 2:0
11.04.26 Viktoria Köln – Wehen Wiesbaden – 2:1
08.04.26 FC Ingolstadt 04 – Viktoria Köln – 1:2
04.04.26 Hansa Rostock – Viktoria Köln – 2:3
22.03.26 Viktoria Köln – Rot-Weiß Essen – 1:2
19.04.26 Energie Cottbus – Rot-Weiß Essen – 5:3
12.04.26 VfL Osnabrück – Energie Cottbus – 1:0
07.04.26 Energie Cottbus – 1860 München – 3:0
04.04.26 TSV Havelse – Energie Cottbus – 0:3
21.03.26 Energie Cottbus – Ulm 1846 – 1:1

Facts

  • A mid-table team takes on a leader in this match (ranked 11 and 3 in the zone Promotion ~ 2. Bundesliga (Promotion: )).
  • Viktoria Köln has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Cottbus is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Viktoria Köln may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Cottbus might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Viktoria Köln won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 2:5. (average 0.7:1.7).
  • Including home match between the teams, Viktoria Köln won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 0:1.

    Latest Head To Head

    29.11.25 Energie Cottbus – Viktoria Köln – 3:2
    19.04.25 Energie Cottbus – Viktoria Köln – 1:0
    22.11.24 Viktoria Köln – Energie Cottbus – 0:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 VfL Osnabruck 34 21 7 6 56:27 29 70
    2 RW Essen 34 18 10 6 72:56 16 64
    3 Cottbus 34 18 9 7 66:48 18 63
    4 Duisburg 34 18 9 7 62:44 18 63
    5 Hansa Rostock 34 16 12 6 62:37 25 60
    6 Verl 34 16 10 8 74:45 29 58
    7 Alemannia Aachen 34 16 6 12 63:54 9 54
    8 Munich 1860 34 14 10 10 49:45 4 52
    9 Wehen 34 14 7 13 47:45 2 49
    10 Mannheim 34 14 6 14 55:63 -8 48
    11 Viktoria Koln 34 14 5 15 48:47 1 47
    12 Regensburg 34 12 7 15 47:53 -6 43
    13 Stuttgart II 34 12 7 15 43:56 -13 43
    14 Ingolstadt 34 10 10 14 52:49 3 40
    15 Hoffenheim II 34 11 7 16 61:62 -1 40
    16 Saarbrucken 34 8 14 12 42:49 -7 38
    17 Ulm 34 9 5 20 44:69 -25 32
    18 TSV Havelse 34 7 8 19 50:75 -25 29
    19 Aue 34 5 11 18 40:63 -23 26
    20 Schweinfurt ✔ 34 5 4 25 31:77 -46 19

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