Hoffenheim First-Team Squad
Christian Ilzer’s high-intensity Hoffenheim reached Europe with the second-best points total in the club’s Bundesliga history. Club legend and captain Oliver Baumann remains between the posts, veteran talisman Andrej Kramarić continues to lead the scoring, and a mix of experienced heads like Vladimír Coufal and exciting young forwards gives the Kraichgauer real balance heading into a two-competition season.
Squad correct as of the early 2026/27 pre-season under head coach Christian Ilzer. Squad numbers may change before the transfer window closes on 1 September — check back for the latest TSG Hoffenheim signings.
The Kraichgau Way
A club built on innovation, data-driven recruitment and youth development. Hoffenheim have long been early adopters of sports science and analytics, punching far above the weight of their village roots.
The Rise of TSG
A best-ever 3rd-place finish in 2018, multiple European campaigns and a reputation as one of Germany’s best talent producers — remarkable for a club with amateur-league origins.
The Ilzer Revival
Austrian coach Christian Ilzer took over with TSG near the drop zone and transformed them into a European side, earning a long-term contract extension for one of the club’s best-ever campaigns.
Key Men in the Kraichgau
These are the Hoffenheim stars who will decide whether TSG can juggle Europe and the Bundesliga — the names to track in every fixture preview, fantasy draft and Hoffenheim betting market this campaign.
Andrej Kramarić
The Croatia international is TSG’s all-time record scorer and enduring talisman. Even into his mid-thirties, Kramarić’s finishing, movement and big-game know-how remain Hoffenheim’s most reliable weapon.
Oliver Baumann
A one-club servant and the club’s leader, the Germany international is one of the Bundesliga’s most consistent shot-stoppers. Baumann’s reliability and command of his area anchor the whole side.
Vladimír Coufal
The experienced Czech full-back brings tireless running, quality crossing and Premier League nous from his West Ham days. Coufal was one of TSG’s most influential creators and duel-winners last season.
Fisnik Asllani
A double-figure scorer last season, the young forward offers pace, movement and a growing goal threat. Asllani represents the next generation Hoffenheim hope to develop into a star.
Grischa Prömel
The all-action German midfielder is the lungs of Ilzer’s pressing machine. Prömel’s energy, tackling and late runs into the box make him one of the most underrated engines in the Bundesliga.
Adam Hložek
The Czech forward can play across the front line, offering height, link-up play and a goal threat. His versatility gives Ilzer valuable tactical options across two competitions.
Home in Sinsheim
Since 2009, Hoffenheim have played at the PreZero Arena (originally the Rhein-Neckar-Arena) in nearby Sinsheim, a modern ground holding just over 30,000. Given the village of Hoffenheim’s tiny population, the stadium draws its support from across the wider Kraichgau and Rhein-Neckar region.
The club’s rapid, benefactor-funded rise made them a lightning rod for criticism from traditionalists, and TSG have often been a target of protests over Germany’s “50+1” ownership culture — with owner Dietmar Hopp a frequent focal point. Despite that, Hoffenheim have built a loyal local following and a modern, family-friendly matchday identity.
On the pitch, TSG’s identity is progressive and forward-thinking — from pioneering the use of sports science and video analysis to producing a stream of talents who go on to star for Germany’s biggest clubs. For a side that began in the amateur leagues, every European night in Sinsheim is a reminder of just how far the Kraichgauer have come.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Hoffenheim manager?
Austrian coach Christian Ilzer, in charge since November 2024. He guided TSG from relegation trouble to a fifth-place finish and Europe, earning a long-term contract extension.
Have Hoffenheim won any major trophies?
Not yet — Hoffenheim have no major honours. Their proudest achievements are reaching the Bundesliga in 2008, a best-ever 3rd place in 2018 and qualifying for European competition.
Who owns TSG Hoffenheim?
SAP co-founder and local businessman Dietmar Hopp, whose long-term investment funded the club’s rise from the amateur leagues to the Bundesliga and Europe.
Who is Hoffenheim’s captain and record scorer?
Goalkeeper Oliver Baumann is the club captain, while Croatia forward Andrej Kramarić is TSG’s all-time record goalscorer and enduring talisman.
What European competition are Hoffenheim in?
Hoffenheim finished 5th in the 2025/26 Bundesliga and qualified for the 2026/27 UEFA Europa League — their fourth appearance in the competition.
What is Hoffenheim’s stadium called?
TSG play at the PreZero Arena in Sinsheim, a modern stadium opened in 2009 with a capacity of just over 30,000.
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