Predictions for the 20th round of the Bundesliga, January 30th – February 1st
Cologne vs Wolfsburg
The 20th round of the Bundesliga kicks off with a Friday match at the "RheinEnergieStadion." We hope that the return game of the second round between the "Billy Goats" and the "Wolves" will be as bright and crazy as the encounter in Wolfsburg, which ended with a score of 3:3. Back then, three out of the six goals were scored in the added time of the second half. Overall, after that game, both clubs continued to score and concede regularly.
Match Prediction for Cologne vs Wolfsburg: Both Teams to Score (Yes)
Hoffenheim vs Union
This season, Hoffenheim has become the team that was not expected to achieve high results, yet continues to surprise. Christian Ilzer's squad is among the top three and has won four matches in a row. Union, on the other hand, ended their five-match unbeaten run by losing to Borussia Dortmund in the capital. It feels like the Berliners will lose in Sinsheim as well – just like they did in the first round.
Match Prediction for Hoffenheim vs Union: Hoffenheim to Win
Augsburg vs St. Pauli
The "Fuggers" became the team that handed Bayern their first defeat of the current Bundesliga season (2:1). Under the guidance of Manuel Baum, Augsburg has not lost for three consecutive rounds. The "Pirates," in turn, first shared points with Hamburg (0:0) and then with Leipzig (1:1). Both matches were played at home, while their last two away games ended in defeats. We assume that an inspired Augsburg will secure their sixth win of the season.
Match Prediction for Augsburg vs St. Pauli: Augsburg to Win
Eintracht vs Bayer
Frankfurt continues to self-destruct, moving further away from the European competition zone. Six matches without a win, including Champions League games, speak for themselves. Bayer can widen this gap if they take three points from the "Deutsche Bank Park." Considering the current form of the "Eagles" and the fact that the "Pharmacists" have beaten them six matches in a row, the likelihood of a seventh victory for the visitors looks high. However, if you take a closer look at the head-to-head history, a high-scoring scenario seems even more likely.
Match Prediction for Eintracht vs Bayer: Total Over 2.5 Goals
Leipzig vs Mainz
Leipzig once again dropped points: on Tuesday, the "Red Bulls" failed to hold onto a minimal lead in Hamburg against St. Pauli (1:1). Mainz, under Urs Fischer's leadership, has noticeably revived, securing two consecutive home victories. However, the "05ers" still face serious problems on the road – nine matches without a win across all competitions. Leipzig risks falling out of the Champions League zone in case of a defeat, while Mainz needs points to continue their survival battle. Nevertheless, Ole Werner's team should claim their own at the "Red Bull Арене”.
Match Prediction for Leipzig vs Mainz: Leipzig to Win
Werder Bremen vs Borussia Mönchengladbach
Both teams, initially aiming to compete for European competitions, are in urgent need of points to avoid slipping into the relegation zone in the upcoming rounds. The hosts currently have the worst streak in the league – nine matches without a win. The coaching position of Horst Steffen is seriously unstable, and much will depend on the game against Gladbach, who also haven't won in three consecutive rounds. In the first round, Werder thrashed the "Foals" away (4:0). We do not expect a repeat of such a scenario, but we anticipate a high-scoring match – as has been the case in the previous eight head-to-head encounters in a row.
Match Prediction for Werder Bremen vs Borussia Mönchengladbach: Total Over 2.5 Goals
Hamburg vs Bayern Munich
Polzin's squad returns to the "Volksparkstadion," where they are unbeaten in five consecutive rounds, following two goalless draws. Kompany's team suffered their first defeat in the last league round but managed to secure a victory in the Champions League on Wednesday. Hamburg is striving to collect maximum points at home to maintain their league status, however, Bayern has not dropped points in two consecutive matches in the current Bundesliga season.
Match Prediction for Hamburg vs Bayern Munich: Bayern to Win with a Handicap (-1.5)
Stuttgart vs Freiburg
Sebastian Hoeneß's team continues to show confident play and is fighting for a Champions League spot. At the "MHP Arena," Stuttgart is unbeaten in five consecutive matches. Freiburg trails by nine points and is also close to the European competition spots, yet they have won only one of their last eight away matches. The hosts appear to be clear favorites, but the condition of the teams after the Europa League matches is still unknown. However, it is known that in 7 out of the last 8 head-to-head meetings between them, many goals were scored.
Match Prediction for Stuttgart vs Freiburg: Total Over 2.5 Goals
Borussia Dortmund vs Heidenheim
Dortmund continues to perform confidently in the Bundesliga, however, they have slowed down in the Champions League, losing two matches in the final stage, including a home game. Now Kovac's team needs to redeem themselves and extend their unbeaten run at "Signal Iduna Park" in the league. Heidenheim hasn't won in six consecutive rounds and is facing squad issues ahead of the Sunday match. Despite the midweek game, Borussia should secure the three points.
