Predictions for the 22nd round of the Bundesliga, February 13-15
Borussia Dortmund vs Mainz
The 22nd round kicks off with an intriguing Friday match at “Signal Iduna Park.” Borussia continues its pursuit of Bayern and remains unbeaten for 14 rounds. Mainz, under the leadership of Urs Fischer, is experiencing a revival: the "05ers" have won three rounds in a row and have left the relegation zone. However, Dortmund cannot afford to drop points in a home game as the final stretch of the season approaches, and any slip-up is likely to increase Bayern's lead over their main competitor.
Match Prediction for Borussia Dortmund vs Mainz: Borussia Dortmund to Win
Hoffenheim vs Freiburg
The "Blue-Whites" return home after a thrashing in Munich and will try to extend their home winning streak to eight matches. Freiburg is also strong at home, where they haven't lost in 14 matches, but away from home, Julian Schuster's team is not as confident, as evidenced by the German Cup quarterfinals, where the "Brazilians from Breisgau" only advanced past Hertha from the Second Bundesliga via a penalty shootout.
Match Prediction for Hoffenheim vs Freiburg: Hoffenheim to Win
Bayer vs St. Pauli
Not long ago, the teams faced each other at the "BayArena" in the German Cup quarterfinals. The "Pharmacists" had no trouble dealing with the "Pirates" (3:0), and we anticipate a similar outcome in the league, despite St. Pauli managing to defeat one of Leverkusen's competitors, Stuttgart, at home (2:1) in the previous round.
Match Prediction for Bayer vs St. Pauli: Bayer to Win
Werder vs Bayern
Werder is sinking: 11 consecutive rounds without a win, 16th place, the head coach's resignation, and a visit from the league leader to Bremen – you wouldn't wish that on your worst enemy. To complete the picture: Werder hasn't even managed a draw against Bayern at their home "Weserstadion" since 2009 – since then, the team has lost 17 home matches to Munich. Therefore, in our opinion, the outcome here is quite obvious.
Match Prediction for Werder vs Bayern: Bayern to Win with Handicap (-1.5)
Eintracht vs Borussia Mönchengladbach
A very interesting clash will take place at “Deutsche Bank Park,” where Eintracht, winless in nine consecutive matches, will face Gladbach, who haven't won in five rounds. The "Eagles" have diminishing chances of qualifying for European competitions, while the "Foals" have increasing chances of getting closer to the relegation zone. Do you remember how these clubs played against each other in the first round? A similar scenario is unlikely in this game, but we anticipate goals from both sides.
Match Prediction for Eintracht vs Borussia Mönchengladbach: Both Teams to Score (Yes)
Hamburg vs Union
Hamburg is unbeaten in four consecutive rounds, and at their home "Volksparkstadion," they have not lost in six matches. The hosts have a chance to level on points with Union, who have not won in six rounds. On the other hand, Hamburg could edge closer to the relegation zone if the outcome is unfavorable, so we anticipate at least one goal from the hosts.
Match Prediction for Hamburg vs Union: Hamburg's individual total over 1 goal
Stuttgart vs Cologne
In a separate slot on Saturday, two teams known for their attacking prowess will face off. At the "MHP Arena," Stuttgart will aim to extend their unbeaten streak to seven matches and secure three points, redeeming themselves for the loss to St. Pauli (1:2). To continue their fight for a Champions League spot, the "Swabians" cannot afford to drop points in home matches against such an opponent: Cologne has not won away for six rounds.
Match Prediction for Stuttgart vs Cologne: Stuttgart to win
Augsburg vs Heidenheim
The "Fuggers" suffered their first defeat in five rounds last weekend, but at home, they remain unbeaten in six matches (three wins, three draws). Heidenheim is sinking: eight matches without a win, six of which ended in defeats. In the first round at the "Voith-Arena," Frank Schmidt's team won 2:1. We anticipate Augsburg's revenge at the "WWK Arena."
Match Prediction for Augsburg vs Heidenheim: Augsburg to win
Leipzig vs Wolfsburg
Leipzig bounced back with a victory in Cologne (2:1) and will strive for their first home win after two previous defeats at the "Red Bull Arena." The opponent is suitable: Wolfsburg is on a three-match losing streak and has also lost their last three away games. Moreover, the "Red Bulls" have won all three of their last head-to-head encounters against the "Wolves."
