Overview
- Heidenheim sit 17th with 11 points from 15 matches, and a win over Köln would trim the gap to two.
- Schmidt used the winter break to drill intensity and duel behavior, calling the restart a chance and a risk.
- He acknowledged the team’s position is deserved so far but said unconditional unity can improve results.
- Winter loan Hennes Behrens is unavailable through injury, Budu Siwsiwadse remains out, and Marvin Pieringer has an ankle issue.
- The club is assessing further signings before the February 2 deadline, with trips to Mainz and Wolfsburg to follow.