Europa League: Hoffenheim vs. Tottenham Odds, Preview, and Picks (Jan 23)
An important clash in the Europa League is set for Thursday, as Tottenham chase a win, which would put them back into the top eight positions in the league standings. Meanwhile, a win for Hoffenheim will also enhance their prospects of a place in the next round of the competition.
How To Watch
- When: Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 12:45 PM ET
- Where: Rhein-Neckar Arena, Hoffenheim, Germany
- How To Watch: Paramount+
Odds
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Hoffenheim | +200 |
| Draw | +275 |
| Tottenham | +120 |
Match Preview
The pressure continues to increase on Ange Postecoglou at this stage of the season, and if he is to deliver on his promise to win silverware, a lot will hang in the balance over the next two weeks. Spurs come into matchday seven sitting ninth in the Europa League standings after failing to win in their last three matches. Meanwhile, Tottenham have played out draws in their last two.
Hoffenheim will also be fighting for their future in the Europa League after dropping to 26th in the overall standings after going four without a win. The German side sit a point away from the playoff spots, and they have suffered two defeats in six Europa League outings this season.
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The trends find it difficult to pinpoint a likely winner on Thursday. Hoffenheim have suffered defeats in all four of their previous matches against English teams, with all losses coming in the Champions League.
Meanwhile, Tottenham have recorded just one win in their last four matches against teams from Germany. Their only win was recorded against Eintracht Frankfurt in October 2022, and they have lost four of their last six matches.
Tottenham come into this round after going three without a win. That marks their longest winless sequence in Europe since going five without a win in February 2018. However, Hoffenheim have failed to score in five of their last ten in the Europa League.
Hoffenheim vs. Tottenham Picks
The pressure will be on both of these sides in the Europa League on Thursday. But, it is hard to make a case for either side. Due to their excellent attacking quality, the narrow edge is given to the visitors.
Free Pick:
- Tottenham
