1. FC Köln vs Borussia Mönchengladbach

Regional pride is at stake at their home ground as 1. FC Köln host Borussia Mönchengladbach in the Rhine Derby. These regional rivals always produce competitive encounters with significant meaning for both sets of fans.

1. FC Köln come into this fixture enduring a difficult spell with three defeats from their last five, without a win in their last five matches. The hosts will be looking to turn their fortunes around in front of their home supporters. Meanwhile, Borussia Mönchengladbach have in poor form, losing three of their last five matches in recent outings. The visitors will need to improve their recent performances to get anything from this fixture.

In the current standings, 1. FC Köln sit in 13th place with 24 points, while Borussia Mönchengladbach occupy in 12th place on 25 points. With just 1 place separating them in the table, this could be a crucial encounter for both teams' ambitions.

Form often goes out the window in derby matches, with pride and passion typically overriding league positions. Expect a highly charged atmosphere and a fiercely competitive encounter. All eyes will be on their home ground for what promises to be another memorable chapter in this storied fixture.