"Hoffenheim are not only convincing up front, but also defensively and lead the league in numerous statistics - only FC Bayern have scored more goals. The solid defence, after years of conceding over 60 goals at times, symbolises TSG's resurgence and has earned praise from the media: There's talk of the 'best Hoffenheim of all time' and coach Ilzer is already being compared to Julian Nagelsmann."
"TSG Hoffenheim are experiencing a historic high in the Bundesliga this season: After 20 matchdays, head coach Christian Ilzer's side are in third place on 42 points after 13 wins - the highest number of points TSG have ever had at this point of the league campaign in the club's history. In the three-point era, no team in third place has ever had more points after 20 games."
After 20 matchdays TSG Hoffenheim occupy third place with 42 points from 13 wins, the club's highest total at this stage and an unprecedented points tally for third place in the three-point era. January 2026 produced five wins with a +20 goal difference, a new club record. Hoffenheim have won every game since the turn of the year and remain unbeaten in seven competitive matches since early December. The team combines potent attacking output—only FC Bayern have scored more—and a markedly improved defence that has curtailed previous high concession rates. Christian Ilzer's side has beaten Frankfurt, Leverkusen and RB Leipzig.
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