In a highly anticipated match on the 12th round of the Bundesliga, Hoffenheim proved their superiority by defeating Augsburg decisively with a scoreline of 3-0 at the PreZero Arena. The home side took an early lead with goals from Bazoumana Toure (15’) and Wouter Burger (25’), followed by an own goal from Cedric Zesiger (45’).
Bazoumana Toure shone as the standout player of the match, delivering an impressive performance that included a goal. Wouter Burger also played a crucial role, contributing another goal to secure the victory for Hoffenheim.
Hoffenheim’s coach, Christian Ilzer, set up his team in a 4-4-2 formation with Oliver Baumann in goal; a defensive line consisting of Vladimir Coufal, Robin Hranac, Albian Hajdari, and Bernardo Fernandes; a midfield featuring Grischa Prömel, Leon Avdullahu, Wouter Burger, and Fisnik Asllani; and a forward pairing of Tim Lemperle and Bazoumana Toure.
On the other hand, Augsburg, managed by Sandro Wagner, opted for a 3-6-1 formation with Finn Dahmen as the goalkeeper; Noahkai Banks, Chrislain Matsima, and Cedric Zesiger making up the defense; a crowded midfield with Anton Kade, Robin Fellhauer, Han Noah Massengo, Dimitrios Giannoulis, Fabian Rieder, and Mert Komur; and Samuel Essende leading the attack.
The match was officiated by referee Christian Dingert.
Looking ahead, Hoffenheim is set to face Borussia Dortmund in their next outing, while Augsburg will welcome Bayer Leverkusen to their home ground.
With this result, Hoffenheim climbs to 23 points, securing fourth place in the league standings. Augsburg remains at 10 points, positioned in thirteenth place.
Substitutions for Hoffenheim
58’ 2T – Fisnik Asllani was substituted for Andrej Kramaric and Bazoumana Toure was substituted for Max Moerstedt.
89’ 2T – Tim Lemperle was substituted for Muhammed Damar.
Yellow Card for Hoffenheim:
28’ 2T – Max Moerstedt (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Augsburg
45’ 2T – Mert Komur was substituted for Kristijan Jakic and Han Noah Massengo was substituted for Elvis Rexhbecaj.
71’ 2T – Dimitrios Giannoulis was substituted for Phillip Tietz, Cedric Zesiger for Marius Wolf, Bernardo Fernandes for Ozan Kabak, and Grischa Prömel for Alexander Prass.
81’ 2T – Anton Kade was substituted for Alexis Claude Maurice.