Match Overview

The highly anticipated second-round Bundesliga clash between Augsburg and Bayern Munich is set to take place on August 30 at the WWK Arena. This preview delves into the match forecast, potential betting opportunities, key statistics, and team analysis for the encounter.

Augsburg Team Analysis

Recent Form and League Standings

Sandro Wagner’s squad made a strong start to their Bundesliga campaign, securing an impressive 3-1 away victory against Freiburg in the opening round. This crucial win not only broke a four-match losing streak in the league but also marked the first time in their last twelve championship fixtures that Augsburg managed to score more than two goals. With three points already under their belt, the team currently occupies a commendable position within the top four of the league table.

Key Statistics for Augsburg

• The club has failed to win in 6 of their last 7 home matches in the Bundesliga (3 draws, 3 losses).
• Augsburg has scored more than one goal in just 1 of their last 12 home league fixtures.
• A maximum of three goals has been scored in 12 of Augsburg’s last 14 home Bundesliga encounters.

Augsburg’s Provisional Lineup (3-4-3)*

Finn Dahmen – Keven Schlotterbeck, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, Chrislain Matsima – Dimitris Giannoulis, An-Noa Massengo, Kristijan Jakić, Robin Fellhauer – Marius Wolf, Elias Saâd, Mert Kömür.

Team News: Player Absences

Forward Samuel Essende is suspended for three matches.

Bayern Munich Team Analysis

Recent Performance and League Standing

Vincent Kompany’s Bayern Munich commenced their season with an emphatic 6-0 victory over RB Leipzig at home, leaving no doubt about their intentions. This commanding win represents their largest in the Bundesliga since the 2023/24 season. Furthermore, the Bavarians extended their unbeaten league run to ten matches, comprising seven wins and three draws. Notably, they have kept clean sheets in their last three outings. Munich also maintained a consistent scoring record, netting at least two goals in their ninth consecutive Bundesliga fixture. With three points, Bayern currently sit atop the league table.

Key Statistics for Bayern Munich

• The team has remained undefeated in their last nine away Bundesliga matches (6 wins, 3 draws).
• Bayern has scored at least three goals in 5 of their last 6 away league games.
• The Munich side has conceded no more than one goal in 8 of their last 9 away Bundesliga fixtures.

Bayern Munich’s Provisional Lineup (4-5-1)*

Manuel Neuer – Josip Stanišić, Jonathan Tah, Dayot Upamecano, Konrad Laimer – Luis Díaz, Leon Goretzka, Serge Gnabry, Joshua Kimmich, Michael Olise – Harry Kane.

Team News: Injuries

Defenders Alphonso Davies and Hiroki Ito, along with midfielder Jamal Musiala, are sidelined due to injuries.

Match Official

Florian Exner (Germany)

Matches officiated – 11 (Bundesliga, 2024/25);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 52;

Average yellow cards per match – 4.7;

Red cards shown – 5;

Average fouls per match – 22;

Penalties awarded – 18%.

Match Prediction: Augsburg vs Bayern Munich

Augsburg’s Home Resilience

While Augsburg may not always secure a positive outcome on their home turf, they rarely suffer outright heavy defeats. In their last 18 Bundesliga home matches, the club has lost seven times, but none of these defeats were by a significant margin. Moreover, Augsburg conceded more than two goals on only three occasions within this period. Adding to their confidence, the team began the current championship season with a crucial away victory.

Bayern’s Away Performance and Head-to-Head

Bayern Munich infrequently drops points on the road, yet dominant victories were somewhat rare for them in the previous Bundesliga season. In their last 12 away league encounters, Vincent Kompany’s side secured a winning margin of at least three goals only twice, and they failed to win five matches during this stretch. Furthermore, in their last seven head-to-head clashes at Augsburg’s home ground in the Bundesliga, the Munich giants have never won by more than a two-goal difference.

Final Betting Pick

Considering these factors, I believe the home team is capable of avoiding a substantial defeat in this fixture. My prediction is: Augsburg with a handicap of (+2.5) with odds of 1.55.

* The starting lineup listed for each team represents their formation in their previous match in this tournament.