Augsburg is set to face 1. FC Heidenheim on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in a crucial relegation battle in the Bundesliga. Following recent victories against St. Pauli and FC Bayern Munich, Augsburg has developed a new sense of self. Heidenheim's coach Frank Schmidt emphasizes that his team must display a 'brutal attitude' to succeed against Augsburg. The Heidenheimers have struggled in recent matches, sitting at the bottom of the table with only two points from their first six games of 2026. In contrast, Augsburg aims to leverage their positive form to establish themselves in the mid-table. Schmidt understands that his players need to believe in themselves to compete against Augsburg. This match will be pivotal in determining the direction for both teams in the relegation fight.