NUREMBERG, Germany (Interstat) — Two Frauen-Bundesliga sides seeking momentum will meet Sunday when Nuremberg hosts Cologne in a match critical for both clubs’ positioning in the second half of the season.

The game at Nuremberg’s home venue is scheduled for March 22, 2026.

Cologne (8-7-8) arrives after a difficult 3-0 home defeat to powerhouse Bayern Munich on March 15. That loss snapped a brief two-game unbeaten run in the league. Their form has been inconsistent since the winter break, with just one win in their last five matches across all competitions. Key results include a 1-0 victory over Freiburg and a 4-1 win at Hamburger SV, but also frustrating losses to clubs like Union Berlin and Fortuna Köln.

Nuremberg (6-4-13) is looking to rebound from a narrow 2-1 road loss to Freiburg on March 13. Their season has been marked by defensive struggles, including heavy defeats to top sides like VfL Wolfsburg (6-1) and Bayer Leverkusen (4-0). However, they have shown a capacity for high-scoring affairs, notably a dramatic 5-3 win over Eintracht Frankfurt in December and a 5-1 rout of Carl Zeiss Jena in February.

Statistically, the matchup favors a competitive contest. According to Interstat’s game simulator, Nuremberg is projected to earn a 2-1 victory. The home side will rely on its occasional offensive outburst, while Cologne will aim to tighten a defense that has conceded multiple goals in three of its last five outings.

The fixture carries weight for the league table, with both teams aiming to climb into the top half. Following this match, Nuremberg faces a daunting trip to Bayern Munich on March 28. Cologne will host Eintracht Frankfurt on the same date.