Augsburg welcom FC Koln looking to build on a thrilling 3-2 win over Wolfsburg, but key defender Keven Schloterbeck is suspended, weakening their backline. Therefore, our prediction firmly points toward a 1-1 draw. The Bavarians have been stronger at home, earning 1.80 points per game and keeping 40% clean sheets, yet they struggle away, averaging just 0.60 points per game. Offensively, Augsburg score only 1.20 goals at home and have failed to score in 20% of their home matches, despite creating an xG of 1.41.The Billy Goats, on the other hand, head into Friday’s game after a 2-2 draw with Hoffenheim and could be without midfielder Tom Krauss. Their away record remains poor, with 0.33 points per game and no clean sheets, although they have scored in every away fixture recently, supported by an xG of 1.76. Kölnâs overall BTTS rate of 80% this season highlights their attacking intent but defensive frailties.