1. Main Players Comparison

Heidenheim

Core: Mainka (34 apps, 1A), Müller (GK, 33 apps), Gimber & Schöppner (4G, 3A combined), Traoré (1G).
Attack: Pieringer (7G, 3A), Wanner (3G, 2A – but has left), Beck (4G, 1A).
Output: ~20 goals, ~11 assists from main offensive players.
Stability: Strong defensive core but modest scoring punch, heavily reliant on Pieringer.

Wolfsburg

Core: Grabara (GK, 29 apps), Koulierakis & Vavro (defensive pair – Vavro left), Arnold (3G, 5A).
Attack: Amoura (10G, 9A), Wind (9G, 3A), Tomás (6G – left), Wimmer (3G, 4A).
Output: ~28 goals, ~21 assists among front line.
Stability: Balanced attack, but departures (Tomás, Vavro) weaken squad depth.

Verdict: Wolfsburg has the stronger attacking unit and more creative midfield support, while Heidenheim is defensively steady but limited in scoring depth.

2. New Players Comparison

Heidenheim

Additions: Matsima (1G, 1A), Zesiger (2A), Saad (3G, 2A in 903 mins), Honsak (5G, 1A).
Output: ~9 goals, ~6 assists.
Impact: Honsak and Saad are valuable attacking reinforcements.

Wolfsburg

Additions: Lindstrøm (1A), Pejcinovic, Jenz (18 apps), Skov Olsen (1G, 1A).
Output: ~2 goals, ~3 assists.
Impact: Mostly defensive reinforcements, with limited attacking productivity.

Verdict: Heidenheim’s new recruits delivered more attacking returns; Wolfsburg’s focus has been defensive but with weaker output.

3. Substitutes Comparison

Heidenheim

Impact Players: Honsak (5G, 1A), Scienza (3G, 3A), Conteh (1G, 1A), Zivzivadze (2G, 2A).
Totals: ~11 goals, ~7 assists.
Depth: Productive bench with multiple attacking options.

Wolfsburg

Impact Players: Baku (2G, 1A), Svanberg (3G, 1A), Kaminski (2A – now left), Nmecha (3G).
Totals: ~8 goals, ~5 assists.
Depth: Solid but weakened by exits (Nmecha, Zesiger, Kaminski).

Verdict: Heidenheim’s substitutes contributed more goals and assists than Wolfsburg’s.

4. Consolidated Quality Scorecard

5. Predicted Outcome

Momentum & Depth: Wolfsburg stronger on starting XI quality, but Heidenheim has the better bench.
Attacking Balance: Wolfsburg spreads goals across Amoura, Wind, Wimmer. Heidenheim relies on Pieringer + Honsak/Saad.
Defensive Solidity: Heidenheim’s backline is consistent, Wolfsburg lost Vavro which leaves them thinner.

Likely Result: Balanced clash, Wolfsburg edge with higher front-line quality, but Heidenheim’s depth may tilt late-game scenarios.

Expected Scoreline:
- Heidenheim 1 – 2 Wolfsburg (if Wolfsburg’s starters dominate)