COLOGNE, Germany (Interstat) — Two Frauen Bundesliga sides trending in opposite directions will meet Friday when 1. FC Koln hosts Nurnberg W.

The matchup at Koln’s home ground pits a home team with strong overall form against a visiting side finding its footing in the league.

Nurnberg W (2-2-3) enters on a two-game winning streak in Bundesliga play, including a 3-2 comeback victory over Freiburg on Oct. 18. Their recent surge has lifted them in the standings.

Conversely, 1. FC Koln (1-1-2) has struggled for consistency within the league, managing just one win from its first four matches. However, Koln’s overall record across all competitions this season is a robust 9-5-4, suggesting a deeper squad than its domestic record indicates. Koln is also riding high from a 2-0 victory over Asteras Tripolis in its last outing.

The game represents a classic clash of momentum versus pedigree. Nurnberg will look to extend its winning run, while Koln aims to translate its broader success into a crucial three league points.

According to the Interstat game simulator, Koln is projected to edge the contest with a 2-1 victory.

The match is scheduled for a 7 p.m. local time kickoff on Oct. 31.