Only five points separate the second-placed team to the tenth-placed club in the Bundesliga, so there will certainly be tension when the European hopefuls play their Week 19 football games.
Hence, while Leipzig, Schalke, and Dortmund try to keep the betting odds swinging in their favour, expect the likes of Hannover, Frankfurt, Hoffenheim, Augsburg and Gladbach to thrill live betting and fight mightily in hopes of getting closer to the top three.
WEEK 19 SATURDAY:
Hertha BSC vs Borussia Dortmund
Both teams failed to take all three points against opponents in the lower half of the table last week, so it’s hard to put too much emphasis on their current forms. However, it should give the Berliners an edge that Dortmund are in disarray, with top-scorer Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reportedly wanting to leave BVB.
SC Freiburg vs RB Leipzig
Although Leipzig dismantled Freiburg the first time they met this season, things will be different this time. Of course, the Bulls are high in confidence after they beat Schalke to reclaim the second spot, but make no mistake: Freiburg are also in the ascendancy as they remain unbeaten in the league since December.
Hoffenheim vs Bayer Leverkusen
With Sandro Wagner leaving for Bayern, Hoffenheim need Serge Gnabry and Andrej Kramaric to fill his void in the attack and help Mark Uth. They will have a tough time against a motivated Bayer outfit, but playing at home where they have only lost once this season gives the Sinsheimers an advantage. With that said, Hoffenheim Draw No Bet @ 2.16 is the best bet to make.
VfL Wolfsburg vs Eintracht Frankfurt
Wolfsburg can’t afford any slip up if they want to stay further away from the drop, but the same goes for Frankfurt who are dreaming of a European spot. The Wolves, nonetheless, head into this match in higher spirits with the fact that they already beat the visitors, on their turf, last August.
Mainz 05 vs VfB Stuttgart
Boosted by the return of home hero Mario Gomez, Stuttgart now have the opportunity to turn their season around. Mainz provide the perfect opportunity for them to continue their climb in the standings, with the O-Fives still searching for a fix on their fragile defence.
Borussia Monchengladbach vs FC Augsburg
This game is the chance for Augsburg to leapfrog Gladbach in the Bundesliga table. Dieter Hecking’s men have only one win in five, so morale is undoubtedly low at Borussia-Park. In contrast, Augsburg have lost just once in their last six, with the trio of Alfred Finnbogason, Michael Gregoritsch and Caiuby in excellent shape. Go for Augsburg Asian Handicap +0.25 @ 2.07.
WEEK 19 SUNDAY:
Hamburger SV vs FC Koln
The battle at the bottom isn’t exactly a head-turner. However, it still promises to be an exciting affair as Koln aim to salvage their survival hopes. The Billy Goats have won two straight now and will look to make it three against a Hamburg outfit coming off a five-game winless skid.
Bayern Munich vs Werder Bremen
With Robert Lewandowski finally getting his backup striker in Wagner, Bayern appear to be stronger than ever. The River Islanders are proving to be difficult to take down recently, but it’s doubtful that will be the case when they visit the Bavarians—unarguably the best club in Germany.
WEEK 19 MONDAY:
Schalke 04 vs Hannover 96
Schalke and Hannover have already conceded at least 10 goals each in their last five outings, so expect an all-out attacking performance when these two sides meet. Hannover, though, will like their chances with Niclas Fullkrug on fire and fresh from a hat-trick. If you’re punting, Hannover +1.00 @ 1.96 seems like a good choice.
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