Bayern Munich vs SC Freiburg Prediction: The battle for the second spot

This match can be tugged into the battle for the second spot in the Bundesliga which has been full of surprises this year. One of the early surprise packages in the Bundesliga and Europa League has been SC Freiburg. Scoring goals for fun and playing beautiful football, SC Freiburg occupies the second spot after 9 rounds of matches played. Bayern on the other hand, are always fighting for all competitions they play in and the Bundesliga is no different. Both teams scored four goal midweek in Europe, which is indicative of the attacking football both sides play. With a squad full of world-class players, Bayern Munich may be the favourite in this match. But do not underestimate the away team. Expect both sides to score. 

Bayern Munich

Bayern Munich is having a mixed season in the early stages. Scoring goals for fun but also conceding goals which are costly to the Bavarians. Losing against Augsburg and drawing 4 matches has been detrimental to Bayern’s aim of clinching the top spot. However, the quality of players at Coach Julian Nagglesman’s disposal keeps the hope of claiming the top spot alive and it begins by winning the match against Freiburg.

SC Freiburg

With belief building in the Freiburg squad after some good performances and scoring goals in both the Bundesliga and Europe, the Freiburg team will be aiming to taste champions league football next season. The against the Bavarians will be a good test to determine the progress the team has made. Although most people expect Bayern to win, expect a goal or two from the Freiburg side. 

Head-to-head encounters

Since November 2018, matches between these two sides have resulted in goals from both sides. The last time Bayern lost a match to Freiburg was in May 2015 in a tightly fought 2-1 score line. Below is a summary of the last 5 H2H.

Injuries and suspensions

• Bayern Munich: Kingsley Coman (suspended), Lucas Hernandes (injury), Bouna Sarr (injury);
• SC Freiburg: Kimberly Ezekwem (injury), Manuel Gulden (doubtful), Roland Sallai (doubtful), Danel-Kofi Kyere (doubtful).

Key stats

• Bayern Munich have not lost a game to Freiburg for over 6 years;
• Freiburg play some good attacking football which results in goals. Freiburg have scored at least a goal in their last 5 matches.

Expert Betting Tips

These two attacking sides will play entertaining football which will guarantee goals in the battle for the second spot. Both sides drew 2-2 in their last Bundesliga match and scored 4 goals in Europe with Bayern conceding 2 and Freiburg keeping a clean sheet. With history behind Bavaria club, Bayern Munchen is the slight favourite as this will be a keenly contested match. Expect both sides to score or goals over 2.5 in this match. Below are the options offered. 

• BTTS for 1.70 at bet365;
• W2 over 0.5 for 1.61 at 1xbet;
• BTTS and over 2.5 for 1.72 at betway.