Greuther Fuerth - FC Heidenheim

Can Greuther Fuerth find defensive stability when they host FC Heidenheim on 6 September 2026? The hosts arrive at Sportpark Ronhof Thomas Sommer for this matchday 4 fixture following a high-scoring 4-3 victory over Energie Cottbus, a result that highlighted both their attacking intent and recent vulnerability. The expected XI, anchored by Florian Hellstern in goal and a defensive line featuring Gian-Luca Itter and Jannik Dehm, will need to be disciplined against a visiting side that thrives in open exchanges.

FC Heidenheim also enters the weekend after a chaotic 5-3 win against Dynamo Dresden, demonstrating their own capacity for prolific scoring alongside defensive lapses. With Mikkel Kaufmann and Budu Zivzivadze expected to lead the line, the visitors will look to exploit any gaps left by the Fuerth midfield. Given their history, including a 3-1 win for Heidenheim in October 2022, both sides will be wary of conceding early as they seek to build momentum.