TSG Hoffenheim win 2-1 against Borussia Mönchengladbach at Borussia-Park.

The Bundesliga clash between Borussia Mönchengladbach and TSG Hoffenheim unfolded at Borussia-Park in Mönchengladbach on 18 October 2026. Both sides entered the match looking to claim three points, and the atmosphere was charged as the home crowd awaited the opening whistle.

How it unfolded

The first breakthrough came early, as Hoffenheim’s Bambasé Conté struck in the 11th minute. Receiving a cross from Alexander Prass, Conté unleashed a left-footed shot from the centre of the box that curled into the bottom right corner, putting the visitors ahead 1-0.

Just before the break, the home side received a booking when Kevin Diks was shown a yellow card in the 45th minute for a bad foul. The referee immediately issued a second yellow, this time to Hoffenheim’s Fisnik Asllani, in first-half injury time (45'+1'), also for a bad foul.

The second half began with Borussia Mönchengladbach responding quickly. In the 49th minute Wael Mohya levelled the score, converting a right-footed strike from the left side of the box after a precise pass from Florian Neuhaus. The match was tied 1-1.

Only five minutes later, Hoffenheim reclaimed the lead. Alexander Prass, who had earlier provided the assist for Conté, turned the tables in the 54th minute. After a fast break, he received a pass from Adam Hlozek and fired a left-footed shot from the centre of the box into the bottom right corner, restoring the visitors’ advantage to 2-1.

The closing stages saw a flurry of disciplinary action. In the 89th minute Shuto Machino was booked for a bad foul, Alexander Prass received a yellow for a bad foul, and Robin Hack was also shown a yellow for a bad foul. No further goals were added, and the match finished with Hoffenheim ahead.

Standout performers

Bambasé Conté opened the scoring for Hoffenheim, demonstrating composure with his early left-footed finish. Alexander Prass not only assisted the opening goal but also scored the winner, showing his influence on both ends of the pitch. For Borussia Mönchengladbach, Wael Mohya’s equaliser highlighted his attacking instinct, while Florian Neuhaus provided the assist that set up the goal.

Match facts

  • Final score: Borussia Mönchengladbach 1-2 TSG Hoffenheim
  • Goals:
    • 11' – Bambasé Conté (Hoffenheim), assist: Alexander Prass
    • 49' – Wael Mohya (Borussia Mönchengladbach), assist: Florian Neuhaus
    • 54' – Alexander Prass (Hoffenheim), assist: Adam Hlozek
  • Bookings:
    • Kevin Diks (Borussia Mönchengladbach) – 45' (bad foul)
    • Fisnik Asllani (Hoffenheim) – 45'+1' (yellow card)
    • Shuto Machino (Borussia Mönchengladbach) – 89' (bad foul)
    • Alexander Prass (Hoffenheim) – 89' (bad foul)
    • Robin Hack (Borussia Mönchengladbach) – 89' (bad foul)
  • Venue: Borussia-Park, Mönchengladbach

What it means

The 2-1 win gives TSG Hoffenheim three points from the Bundesliga fixture, while Borussia Mönchengladbach return home with a single point after their defeat at Borussia-Park.