In Saturday's Bundesliga clash, Hoffenheim secured a 3-1 victory over 1. FC Heidenheim 1846, leapfrogging their opponents in the table. A first-half goal from Muniasa (17') was doubled by Ducksch (45+1') before a Heidenheimer consolation through Glatzel (65'). Hoffenheim's win keeps them in contention for European qualification, moving to 32 points from 29 matches and intensifying the relegation battle for their opponents.