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Hamburger SV vs SC Freiburg
SC Freiburg return to action after a narrow win over Köln, aiming to build on their defensive solidity and midfield control. Hamburger SV, still winless, have shown flashes of promise but lack consistency in the final third. Freiburg are expected to retain their compact back four and midfield pairing of Memeti and Steuerwald. HSV have no major absences; Brunnthaler remains their key outlet in transition. Freiburg will look to dominate possession through patient buildup and fullback overlaps. HSV are likely to sit deep, absorb pressure, and counter through wide channels. Freiburg are strong at home in controlling territory; HSV struggle when pressed high and converting chances from wide areas.
Prediction: Frieburg win
Union Berlin vs SGS Essen
Union Berlin have scored five goals in two matches but remain defensively fragile. SGS Essen are still searching for their first goal and points, having struggled to create chances. Union will likely start Orschmann and Schneider in attack. Essen may rotate midfield, with Sindermann returning in goal to stabilize the backline. Union play with high possession and aggressive wing play, but leave gaps in transition. Essen rely on compact shape and set-piece routines to generate chances. Union dominate possession but concede frequently; Essen lack attacking rhythm but remain disciplined defensively.
Prediction: Union Berlin win
FC Bayern München vs Carl Zeiss Jena
Bayern have opened the season with two wins and no goals conceded, showcasing tactical control and squad depth. Jena have conceded seven goals in two matches and face a daunting task away from home. Bayern are expected to start Schüller, Dallmann, and Bühl in attack, with Zadrazil anchoring midfield. Jena may reshuffle defensively, with Julević and Jaron leading the line. Bayern operate a fluid 4-3-3 with high pressing and wide overloads. Jena sit deep in a 5-4-1, relying on long balls and set-pieces to relieve pressure. Bayern dominate possession and final-third entries; Jena struggle to escape their own half under pressure.
Prediction: Bayern win
Werder Bremen vs TSG Hoffenheim
Bremen remain unbeaten and have shown improvement in transitions. Hoffenheim lead the league in goals scored and look sharp across all phases. Bremen will likely start Dešić and Hausicke in midfield. Hoffenheim are expected to retain their attacking trio of Cerci, Kössler, and Dongus. Bremen play a compact 4-2-3-1, relying on quick breaks. Hoffenheim press high in a 4-3-3, using vertical passing and wide rotations to stretch defenses. Hoffenheim dominate transitions and wide play; Bremen are dangerous on counters but vulnerable to overloads.
Prediction: Draw or Hoffenheim win
Nürnberg vs Bayer Leverkusen
Nürnberg enter Matchday 3 still searching for rhythm after two straight defeats and five goals conceded. Leverkusen, fresh off a high scoring win over Union Berlin, will look to capitalize on defensive gaps and assert control early. Selma Licina and Nastassja Lein have featured prominently in Nürnberg’s attack but may face competition for starting roles after last week’s lack of penetration. Leverkusen’s front line remains intact, with Wamser and Fudalla continuing to drive their attacking transitions. Nürnberg favor a possession heavy 4-3-3 but lack compactness when defending counters. Leverkusen’s 4-2-3-1 thrives on direct play and wide overloads, often isolating fullbacks and forcing errors in the second phase. Leverkusen have scored in all five recent meetings; Nürnberg have conceded first in four of those.
Prediction: Leverkusen win
FC Köln vs VfL Wolfsburg
Köln have yet to find the net this season and now face a Wolfsburg side that’s unbeaten, clinical, and tactically fluid. With six goals scored and four conceded, Wolfsburg arrive with both momentum and options. Lisa Schmitz returns between the posts for Köln, offering experience and leadership. In contrast, Wolfsburg’s squad rotation remains a strength Janina Minge, Lineth, and Ella Inez have all been rotated effectively, and any combination could start. Köln will likely adopt a low block, aiming to frustrate and counter through direct channels. Wolfsburg’s 4-3-3 is built on high pressing, wide combinations, and midfield rotations that stretch defensive lines and create central overloads. Wolfsburg have averaged 3.6 goals per game in this fixture; Köln have failed to score in all five.
Prediction: Wolfsburg win
Eintracht Frankfurt vs RB Leipzig
Frankfurt have started the season with fluid attacking play and defensive stability, positioning themselves as early contenders. Leipzig, have shown effort but struggled with defensive transitions and midfield control. Laura Freigang and Nicole Anyomi have been central to Frankfurt’s attacking success and are likely to continue leading the line. Leipzig may opt for a reshaped midfield, with Krug pushing for inclusion after a subdued showing last week. Frankfurt’s 4-3-3 emphasizes positional rotations and wide overloads, often pulling defenders out of shape. Leipzig rely on structured buildup and set-piece routines but lack the pace and cohesion to recover quickly when possession is lost. Frankfurt have scored in every home match since February excluding the Bayern Munich game in April. Leipzig have conceded in both halves in each of their first two games.
Prediction: Frankfurt win
