The matchup between and 1. FC Heidenheim is a battle of contrasting trajectories in German football. While they shared the pitch in the 2. Bundesliga as recently as 2023, Heidenheim's historic rise to the top flight and subsequent European qualification has created a gap between the two clubs. Head-to-Head History
Historically, this fixture has been characterized by tight contests and a lack of victories for Magdeburg.
: In the current 2025/26 campaign, they sit in 13th place in the second tier with 48 goals scored and 55 conceded. 1. FC Magdeburg v 1. FC Heidenheim
Heidenheim is currently competing in the after a remarkable period of growth under long-serving manager Frank Schmidt.
: The team is led by Petrik Sander, who was appointed in November 2025. Match Dynamics 1. FC Magdeburg 1. FC Heidenheim League 2. Bundesliga Bundesliga Manager Petrik Sander Frank Schmidt H2H Wins Season Top Scorer Mateusz Zukowski (17) N/A (Bundesliga stats vary) The matchup between and 1
: Heidenheim’s most significant victory in the matchup was a 3–0 home win on October 20, 2018. Team Profiles (2025/2026 Season) 1. FC Heidenheim
Magdeburg continues to compete in the , where they have established themselves as a mid-table presence. Bundesliga as recently as 2023, Heidenheim's historic rise
: The club narrowly avoided relegation in 2025 through a dramatic play-off victory against SV Elversberg. 1. FC Magdeburg