SC Freiburg - 1899 Hoffenheim

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85'		3 - 2	Goal	R. Sallai
77'		2 - 2	Goal	M. Beier
57'		2 - 1	Goal	W. Weghorst	M. Beier (Assist)
55'		2 - 0	Goal	V. Grifo
37'		1 - 0	Goal	L. Höler	V. Grifo (Assist)

82'		M. Gulde
56'		V. Grifo	Foul
43'		M. Gulde	Tripping
31'		O. Kabak	Tripping
8'		P. Kadeřábek	Tripping

89'			In:	R. Sallai	Out:	Y. Keitel
84'			In:	L. Höler	Out:	N. Weißhaupt
84'			In:	M. Röhl	Out:	N. Höfler
75'			In:	V. Grifo	Out:	L. Kübler
60'			In:	F. Becker	Out:	U. Tohumcu
60'			In:	M. Bülter	Out:	I. Bebou
60'			In:	P. Kadeřábek	Out:	R. Skov

SC Freiburg - 1899 Hoffenheim Predictions

Prediction: SC Freiburg or draw

Best odds: 1.34

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As the Bundesliga returns to action at the Europa-Park Stadion this Saturday, a tantalizing fixture is on the cards between SC Freiburg and 1899 Hoffenheim. Both teams are locked on 24 points, but with contrasting recent forms and ambitions, this match could be a pivotal moment in their respective quests for European qualification. The predictions are tightly sealed, leaving fans and analysts alike speculating on the potential outcome.

Key Players

For SC Freiburg, the spotlight shines on midfielder Merlin Röhl, whose performances have been marked by a rating of 6.74. Röhl's vision and creativity have been crucial, with 2 assists and a goal to his name. His ability to find teammates in threatening positions, demonstrated by his 6 key passes, could be a difference-maker.

In defense, the experienced Manuel Gulde has been a rock for Freiburg, contributing not only defensively but also chipping in with a goal. His presence and leadership at the back will be vital in containing Hoffenheim's attack.

Another key figure in the midfield is Noah Raphael Weißhaupt, who has been impressive with a rating of 6.76. The young midfielder has shown his potential with 1 goal, 1 assist, and 11 key passes, proving to be an emerging talent for Freiburg.

For the visitors, 1899 Hoffenheim, the attacking prowess of Ihlas Bebou has been essential. Despite a lower rating of 6.58, Bebou's directness and ability to take on defenders could unsettle the Freiburg backline.

The contribution of Marius Bülter has also been notable. With a 6.83 rating, Bülter has been involved in 4 goals, scoring once and assisting thrice. His tenacity and knack for goal could prove crucial in this encounter.

Lastly, the midfield maestro Florian Grillitsch has been a consistent performer with a rating of 6.84. Grillitsch's ability to control the tempo and his defensive contributions will be key in Hoffenheim's quest to dominate the midfield battle.

Recent Form

SC Freiburg's form has been a mixed bag with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last 5 games. Despite this, they've managed to maintain a solid home record, winning 4, drawing 2, and losing just 1 at their fortress.

Hoffenheim, on the other hand, has had a less convincing run with 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses. However, their away form has been impressive, with 5 wins out of 8 games on the road.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides favors SC Freiburg, who have won 2 and drawn 1 of their last 3 encounters. The most recent match at Hoffenheim's ground saw Freiburg secure a 2-1 victory on August 19, 2023. Before that, Freiburg also managed a 2-1 win at home on March 12, 2023, and the teams shared the spoils with a 0-0 draw on September 18, 2022.

Prediction

With both teams displaying contrasting forms and strengths, this match promises to be a closely contested affair. SC Freiburg will rely on their solid home form and the influence of key players like Merlin Röhl and Noah Raphael Weißhaupt. Hoffenheim, meanwhile, will look to their away form and the attacking threat posed by Marius Bülter and Ihlas Bebou to secure a favorable result.

Considering the recent form, head-to-head history, and the balance of key players, the prediction for this match is a hard-fought draw, with both teams finding the back of the net. The tactical battle in midfield, where Florian Grillitsch could shine, might just be the area that decides the outcome. Fans can expect an engaging encounter with both sides having moments of ascendency but ultimately sharing the spoils.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

71%

29%

Attacking Potential

43%

57%

Defensive Potential

80%

20%

Poisson Distribution

49%

51%

Stregth H2H

93%

7%

Goals H2H

67%

33%

Wins the game

67%

33%

SC Freiburg - 1899 Hoffenheim Head to Head

20/01	SC Freiburg	3 - 2	1899 Hoffenheim
19/08	1899 Hoffenheim	1 - 2	SC Freiburg
12/03	SC Freiburg	2 - 1	1899 Hoffenheim
18/09	1899 Hoffenheim	0 - 0	SC Freiburg

Bundesliga standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Bayer Leverkusen	28	24	4	0	69	19	50	76
2	Bayern Munich	28	19	3	6	80	36	44	60
3	VfB Stuttgart	28	19	3	6	64	34	30	60
4	RB Leipzig	28	16	5	7	64	33	31	53
5	Borussia Dortmund	28	15	8	5	55	33	22	53
6	Eintracht Frankfurt	28	10	12	6	43	36	7	42
7	FC Augsburg	28	9	9	10	45	46	-1	36
8	1899 Hoffenheim	28	10	6	12	48	53	-5	36
9	SC Freiburg	28	10	6	12	40	52	-12	36
10	FC Heidenheim	28	8	9	11	41	49	-8	33
11	Werder Bremen	28	8	7	13	36	44	-8	31
12	Union Berlin	28	8	5	15	25	43	-18	29
13	Borussia Monchengladbach	27	6	10	11	46	53	-7	28
14	VfL Wolfsburg	27	7	7	13	33	44	-11	28
15	Vfl Bochum	28	5	11	12	33	58	-25	26
16	FSV Mainz 05	28	4	11	13	26	46	-20	23
17	1.FC Köln	28	4	10	14	23	49	-26	22
18	SV Darmstadt 98	28	2	8	18	28	71	-43	14