[2. Bundesliga Germany] Koln vs Hamburg - Both teams have long histories in the top division and aspire to return.

The "Billy Goats" participated in the Bundesliga last season but had a disappointing campaign. In 34 matches, Köln secured only five victories and suffered 17 defeats. Consequently, with 27 points, Köln finished second from the bottom in the standings.

In preparation for the new season, Köln played a series of friendlies and delivered promising results. They secured six wins out of seven matches against teams such as Rheingold (18-0), Siegen (6-0), Offenbach (3-1), Sint-Truiden (3-0), Swansea (2-1), and Udinese (3-2).
The "Dinosaurs" were close to returning to the top flight last season, falling short by just five points to secure a playoff spot. In 34 rounds, Hamburg recorded 17 wins and 10 losses.

The "Black-White-Blues" had a rigorous preparation phase for the new season, playing six friendlies and achieving four victories. They triumphed over opponents like TuS Neetze (12-0), Drochtersen/Assel (5-1), Lübeck (5-2), and French side Nantes (4-2). However, Hamburg faced setbacks in their last two friendlies, losing to Cardiff (3-0) and drawing with Aris (0-0).

Prediction:  Koln -0.25

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