Tottenham Hotspur vs TSG 1899 Hoffenheim

Tottenham host TSG Hoffenheim in a pre-season friendly at their stadium, a low-stakes but useful test before the Premier League season begins. Hoffenheim arrive fresh off a fifth-place Bundesliga finish that secured Europa League qualification, while Tottenham continue preparations under Roberto De Zerbi ahead of their top-flight opener. Neither side has much to prove, but both will want positive signs heading into the new season. Tottenham's preseason form has been steady, with wins over MK Dons, Auckland FC and Chelsea, plus draws against Sydney FC and Getafe. Hoffenheim have looked sharper, beating Greuther Furth, Holstein Kiel and Karlsruher SC. The clubs last met in January 2025's Europa League, when Tottenham won 3-2 away, Son scoring twice and Maddison adding a third. Watch for Son and Maddison again, alongside new centre-back Jan Paul van Hecke. Hoffenheim forwards Ihlas Bebou and Adam Hlozek have been among their sharpest in preseason. Our prediction: 2-1