German 2.Bundesliga
2026-01-18 - Kaiserslautern vs Hannover 96
A Sports Betting Pick by Niko
Football; Germany: 2.Bundesliga
Fritz Walter Stadion – Kaiserslautern
Sunday, 18th January 2026 - kickoff 13:30 CET
Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern’s recent form has been inconsistent: three defeats, two wins, and a draw in their last six games, which reflects a team capable of good football but not yet stringing results together.
Where Kaiserslautern are strong is at home: they have won six of nine 2.Bundesliga matches on their own turf, making them the third‑best home team in the league and a tough side to beat in the Fritz‑Walter‑Stadion.
The potential return of first‑choice striker Ivan Prtajin is a big boost. He scored eight goals in 11 matches before his injury in December, and even if he’s not 100%, his mere presence should lift their attacking threat and give them a focal point up front.
Hannover 96
Hannover 96 resume the new year sitting fifth in the table, but their December form was classic 2.Bundesliga — unbeaten but unable to win, picking up two draws and a defeat in their last three before the break.
They are five points off the automatic promotion places and can’t afford too many more dropped points if they want to stay in that conversation.
Hannover 96’s away form has been impressive: they were unbeaten in five straight away games (three draws, two wins) before a 2-1 loss at Nürnberg.
Additionally, goals seem to follow Hannover 96: there have been 3+ goals in 13 of their last 15 league matches, suggesting open games with plenty of attacking intent.
The Betting Verdict
This has the feel of a high‑tempo, open clash. Kaiserslautern have home advantage and a strong recent record at their stadium, while Hannover 96 bring attacking verve and the tendency for goals in their matches.
Both teams to score is the most obvious angle here, with neither defense particularly airtight and both capable of finding the net. If you want a second layer, over 2.5 goals also fits the recent trends.
The Pick :
Kaiserslautern 2-2 Hannover 96
BEST BETTING TIP :
Take both teams to score: YES at odds of 1.58 at Cloudbet
