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Eintracht Frankfurt v 1. FC Köln is on 16 October 2026 · 19:30 at Deutsche Bank Park (Frankfurt); Benjamin Brand, Germany takes charge. We think Eintracht Frankfurt (54%) are favourites. Below are the tip, the probability of each result, the absences and a look at the match.
Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln: the odds compared
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best available odds | 1.86 | 4.40 | 4.20 |
| Market average | 1.78 | 4.28 | 3.99 |
| Lowest odds | 1.75 | 4.00 | 3.80 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.08 | 1.06 | 87.7% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.35 | 1.31 | 72.0% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 3.60 | 3.37 | 28.0% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 1.90 | 1.83 | 52.2% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.35 | 1.33 | 70.3% |
| BTTS – no | 3.25 | 3.15 | 29.7% |
Odds collected from several bookmakers and updated 16/10/26, 18:18. They are only a guide and a single operator may offer different prices. Average margin is 4.8%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Eintracht Frankfurt 2–1 1. FC Köln, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Eintracht Frankfurt 8th (11 points), 1. FC Köln 13th (9 points).
- Absences: Eintracht Frankfurt 0, 1. FC Köln 0.
Who will win Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln?
We base this estimate on several bookmakers' odds with the margin taken out. It is no guarantee of the outcome.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the top available odds are bigger than the fair odds, there is value in the price. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider less than 50%.
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Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln: who is missing
Eintracht Frankfurt
- No reported absences
1. FC Köln
- No reported absences
This list may be updated before kick-off.
Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln: table positions and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Bayern München | 8 | 5-3-0 | 27:8 | 18 |
| 2 |  Borussia Dortmund | 8 | 5-3-0 | 14:6 | 18 |
| 3 |  SC Freiburg | 8 | 5-1-2 | 18:10 | 16 |
| 4 |  RB Leipzig | 8 | 5-0-3 | 22:11 | 15 |
| 5 |  Werder Bremen | 8 | 4-3-1 | 17:14 | 15 |
| 6 |  Bayer Leverkusen | 8 | 4-1-3 | 18:16 | 13 |
| 7 |  SV Elversberg | 8 | 4-1-3 | 16:16 | 13 |
| 8 | Eintracht Frankfurt | 8 | 3-2-3 | 13:18 | 11 |
| 9 |  FSV Mainz 05 | 8 | 3-1-4 | 17:17 | 10 |
| 10 |  FC Augsburg | 8 | 2-3-3 | 18:15 | 9 |
| 11 |  VfB Stuttgart | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:15 | 9 |
| 12 |  1899 Hoffenheim | 8 | 3-0-5 | 14:16 | 9 |
| 13 | 1. FC Köln | 8 | 2-3-3 | 9:12 | 9 |
| 14 |  SC Paderborn 07 | 8 | 2-3-3 | 6:9 | 9 |
| 15 |  Hamburger SV | 8 | 3-0-5 | 7:19 | 9 |
| 16 |  Union Berlin | 8 | 1-4-3 | 7:19 | 7 |
| 17 |  FC Schalke 04 | 8 | 1-3-4 | 4:9 | 6 |
| 18 |  Borussia Mönchengladbach | 8 | 1-1-6 | 11:22 | 4 |
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How we arrived at this tip
- Table. In the table, Eintracht Frankfurt are 8th with 11 points after 8 matches (3W 2D 3L), whereas 1. FC Köln are 13th with 9 points (2W 3D 3L).
What to expect
Eintracht Frankfurt should have the edge here, in our view. Our projected score is 2–1, about 3 goals combined, and 2–1 (9.1%) is the single most probable outcome. We think this will be an open match with plenty of goals.
Our tip for goals is Over 3.5 goals (odds 1.90), and our probability for it is 52%. We estimate both teams scoring at 70% and over 2.5 goals at 72%.
Prediction: key points
- We are expecting about 3 goals, and we give over 2.5 goals 72%.
- Absent: Eintracht Frankfurt 0, 1. FC Köln 0.
Alternative tip: Under 3.5 goals
Alternative pick: Under 3.5 goals (probability 48%, best available odds 2.10). Our projection of about 3 goals is in line with it.
Absences
Eintracht Frankfurt are missing: no absences. 1. FC Köln are without: no absences. Team news may still change, so check again before kick-off.
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Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln: questions and answers
What is the best tip for Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln?
Our result tip is Eintracht Frankfurt to win (odds 1.86), and our goals tip is Over 3.5 goals (odds 1.90). The safer pick is Eintracht Frankfurt or draw (1X).
Who will win Eintracht Frankfurt vs 1. FC Köln?
Our probabilities: Eintracht Frankfurt to win 54%, a draw 22%, 1. FC Köln to win 24%.
What time and where is kick-off?
16 October 2026, kick-off at 19:30, at Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt. Referee: Benjamin Brand, Germany.
Who will be missing?
Eintracht Frankfurt: no absences. 1. FC Köln: no absences. This list may be updated before kick-off.
Will there be three or more goals?
Our probability for over 2.5 goals is 72% (odds 1.35); under 2.5 goals is at 28% (odds 3.60).
Will both teams score?
We think both teams will score with a 70% probability (odds 1.35).
What is the likeliest correct score?
Our likeliest score is 2–1 (9.1%); after that come 1–1 (8.3%) and 3–1 (6.7%).
How do you work out your predictions?
Our method begins with odds from several bookmakers: we take away the bookmaker margin and average what remains to get probabilities. A Poisson distribution then turns those into expected goals and the most probable scorelines. For context, the page also shows team form, the head to head and missing players. Treat our predictions as information, not a promise of a win.
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