Freiburg will play host to Darmstadt in their Round of 16 DFB Pokal encounter at the Europa Park Stadion on Wednesday, as they clash for a place in the quarter-final of the competition.
Freiburg enter this match off the back of an impressive 4-0 win over Mainz in the Bundesliga, while the visiting side were held to a 0-0 draw by Elversberg in their last league outing.
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Freiburg vs Darmstadt predictions: Could Darmstadt pull off an upset?
Key stats
- Freiburg have lost only one of their last five fixtures (W3, D1, L1).
- The visiting side are unbeaten in five matches (W3, D2).
- Four of Darmstadt's last five matches returned no fewer than three total goals.
- Four of Freiburg's last five fixtures produced over 2.5 goals.
Correct score prediction: Freiburg 3-1 Darmstadt
Darmstadt are currently in fine form, as they are unbeaten in five fixtures in the German second tier. Their run of good results leaves them fifth in the standings, only five points behind the leaders, Schalke 04.
Freiburg are also not doing badly in the top division, as they are eighth in the Bundesliga, after amassing 22 points across 12 league fixtures. Given the gulf in experience between both sides and the relatively better form of the home side, we are backing Freiburg to win 3-1.
Pre-game odds and win probability: The Bundesliga outfit are overwhelming favourite
- HOME: 4/7 (1.57) – 63.6%
- DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.3%
- AWAY: 7/2 (4.50) – 22.2%
**Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The bookmakers have projected that Freiburg are likely to win this contest and advance to the next round of the competition, considering they are priced at 4/7 (1.57), which implies a 63.6% chance of winning on Wednesday.
On the contrary, Darmstadt are priced at 7/2 (4.50), which represents a 22.2% chance of winning and progressing to the next round of the competition.
Most recent H2Hs: Freiburg have the edge
Recent meetings between both sides have been closely fought, but Freiburg have a slight edge, if the last five meetings between these teams are considered. Based on their form in their respective divisions, the Bundesliga outfit appears well-positioned to extend its advantage over the visitors.
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Freiburg Preview: The hosts have a few injury concerns
Freiburg will head into this encounter with several absentees, with the likes of Eren Dinkci, Cyriaque Irie, Daniel Kyereh, and Jordy Makengo all on the sidelines, and they will not be considered for this fixture.
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Predicted lineup: Atubolu (GK), Ginter, Lienhart, Treu, Gunter, Manzambi, Eggestein, Grifo, Suzuki, Beste & Holer
Last five matches
- Freiburg 4-0 Mainz
- Plzen 0-0 Freiburg
- Bayern Munich 6-2 Freiburg
- Freiburg 2 – 1 St Pauli
- Nice 1-3 Freiburg
Darmstadt preview: The visitors have a clean bill of health
Unlike the hosts, the Bundesliga outfit are without any injury concerns, meaning the manager has a full complement of his squad to select from, with Marseiler and Lidberg leading the team from the front.
Predicted lineup: Schuhen (GK), Pappela, Pfeiffer, Vucotic, Holland, Klefisch, Akiyama, Corredor, Richter, Marseiler & Lidberg
Last five matches
- Elversberg 0-0 Darmstadt
- Darmstadt 4- 2 Greuther Furth
- Hannover 2-3 Darmstadt
- Darmstadt 2- 0 Arminia Bielefeld
- Darmstadt 4-0 Schalke 04
Player to watch: Isac Lidberg
Isac Lidberg is enjoying a fine run for Darmstadt in the current season, and with 10 goals across 13 fixtures, there are no prizes for guessing that the Swede is the main man for the Bundesliga 2 outfit.
Could Lidberg add to his tally against the Freiburg? Photo – Imago | Credit: Fussball-News