The Borussia-Park is set to ignite for the highly anticipated Rhein Derby as Mönchengladbach host their fierce local rivals Köln in this crucial Bundesliga Matchday 10 fixture. This historic derby pits a Mönchengladbach side, currently languishing in the relegation playoff spot, against a high-flying Köln team, who are comfortably placed in the top half of the table. Mönchengladbach is boosted by their first league win of the season last weekend and is desperate to secure their first home victory. Köln, enjoying a remarkable return to the top flight, will be eager to maintain their momentum and solidify their position near the European spots. The atmosphere will be intense as both teams fight for bragging rights and vital league points.
Match Details
This Saturday evening fixture is the 99th edition of the renowned Rhine Derby, a battle for local supremacy.
DetailInformationCompetitionBundesliga – Matchday 10DateSaturday, November 8, 2025Kick-off5:30 PM UTC (6:30 PM CET)VenueBorussia-Park, Mönchengladbach, Germany
Team Form and Analysis for Mönchengladbach
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Mönchengladbach’s season has been one of major concern, with the team currently occupying 16th position in the Bundesliga table with just 6 points from nine matches. They have recorded only one win, three draws, and five losses.
However, the mood at the Borussia-Park has been uplifted by their recent form under interim head coach Eugen Polanski. They enter the derby on a two-match winning streak across all competitions, including their much-needed first league win of the season—a dominant 4-0 away triumph against FC St. Pauli. This victory was followed by a DFB-Pokal win, suggesting a potential turning point in their campaign. Despite this, their home league form remains poor, with only one win in their last six games at the Borussia-Park, and a heavy 0-3 defeat to Bayern München recently highlighting their defensive issues at home.
Key Player: Haris Tabaković
Striker Haris Tabaković has emerged as the most important figure in the Mönchengladbach attack, especially in the absence of Tim Kleindienst. Tabaković was instrumental in the recent victory, scoring a brace and providing an assist against St. Pauli, taking his tally to five goals in eight games. The forward’s current hot streak and renewed confidence will be crucial for the Die Fohlen as they look to break down their rivals and secure a rare home victory.
Team Form and Analysis for Köln
Domestic Form and Season Performance
Köln’s return to the Bundesliga has been nothing short of remarkable, with manager Lukas Kwasniok guiding the team to a comfortable 7th position with 14 points. Their strong start includes four wins, two draws, and three losses from their nine fixtures.
The Billygoats come into the derby equally confident, following an emphatic 4-1 home victory against Hamburger SV in their last league outing. Köln’s recent league form has been solid, but they have shown a tendency to concede goals, doing so in four consecutive matches across all competitions, including a 1-4 DFB-Pokal loss to Bayern München. Their away form has been mixed, but their ability to consistently find the back of the net, averaging 1.78 goals per game, provides them with an edge. They will look to exploit Mönchengladbach’s porous home defence.
Key Player: Ragnar Ache
Forward Ragnar Ache has been a consistent and reliable goalscorer for Köln this season. His presence and clinical finishing have been vital to the team’s success, and he was among the scorers in the recent 4-1 win over Hamburger SV. Ache’s aerial threat and ability to hold up play will be essential in the physical battle against the Mönchengladbach central defenders, making him the primary goal threat for the visitors.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The Rhine Derby has a rich and closely contested history, with Mönchengladbach holding a slight overall advantage, although recent meetings have been high-scoring affairs.
MetricMönchengladbach WinsDrawsKöln WinsTotal Competitive Meetings (Bundesliga)502539Last 5 Bundesliga H2H Meetings122Most Recent Result (Mar 2024)Mönchengladbach 3-3 Köln (H)
Mönchengladbach holds a historical lead in the Bundesliga meetings, but the rivalry has been evenly split in recent seasons. Notably, the last meeting between the two sides at the Borussia-Park ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw in March 2024, highlighting the potential for goals. Furthermore, five of the last five games between the two sides at this stadium have seen more than 2.5 goals scored, suggesting an open and attacking match is likely.
Players to Watch
Mönchengladbach
Florian Neuhaus (Midfielder): The German international midfielder has been key to the team’s revival under Polanski. His technical quality, vision, and ability to drive the team forward from midfield will be crucial for creating opportunities.
Rocco Reitz (Midfielder): The young midfielder’s energy and box-to-box capabilities are vital. He will be tasked with controlling the tempo and breaking up Köln’s attacks alongside Yannik Engelhardt.
Köln
Florian Kainz (Winger/Captain): The experienced Austrian winger is the team’s set-piece specialist and a major source of creativity. His leadership and ability to deliver dangerous balls into the box will be essential, especially from corners and free-kicks.
Marvin Schwäbe (Goalkeeper): The goalkeeper’s performance will be under scrutiny given the high-scoring nature of this derby. His saves and commanding presence will be vital in keeping out the confident Mönchengladbach attack.
Prediction
This Rhine Derby arrives at a compelling time for both clubs. Mönchengladbach finally has momentum and home support, driven by the hot form of Haris Tabaković. However, their struggles at the Borussia-Park and a history of conceding goals against Köln remain a concern. Köln, despite recent defensive lapses, is the far more consistent team this season, sitting comfortably in the top half. Given the historical propensity for high-scoring games in this derby, and the recent attacking surge from both sides (both scored four goals in their last league outings), goals are expected. Mönchengladbach’s desperate need for a home win and their new-found confidence should be enough to share the spoils with a resilient Köln team.
Score Prediction: Mönchengladbach 2-2 Köln
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This Bundesliga fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football.
In Germany, the match will be broadcast on Sky Sport Bundesliga.
In the United States (US), the match is available to stream on ESPN+.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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