League-position context
1. FC Heidenheim rank1st
1. FC Nürnberg rank14th
1. FC Heidenheim points67
1. FC Nürnberg points39
1. FC Heidenheim: #1 · 67 pts · GD +31
Currently in the automatic promotion spots. 22 pts above the play-off edge. 31 pts clear of the relegation zone.
1. FC Nürnberg: #14 · 39 pts · GD -17
28 pts off the top 2. 7 pts off the play-off line. 3 pts clear of the relegation zone.
28-point gap between the two sides coming into kick-off.