⚽ Bundesliga 2024/25 discussion and predictions thread ⚽

[pawel7777]

So looks like Bochum means business and refuses to be pushed around despite their low league position.
We are at halftime, and Leverkusen is having a hard time. They took a lead in the 20th minute as expected, but Bochum responded only 6 minutes later and we are at 1-1 draw.
Will the second half bring more goals? That's quite likely.
Leverkusen is still a favourite, but the odds for them to win are now x1.55.

Odds for all the rest of the games of this weekend are:

Borussia Mönchengladbach x2.85 Vs RB Leipzig x2.37; Draw x3.60
Holstein Kiel x3.25 Vs SV Werder Bremen x2.08; Draw x3.80
TSG Hoffenheim x2.37 Vs FC Augsburg x3.10; Draw x3.25
VfL Wolfsburg x1.63 Vs 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 x5.00; Draw x4.20
Eintracht Frankfurt x2.54 Vs VfB Stuttgart x2.60; Draw x3.66
SC Freiburg x2.00 Vs 1. FC Union Berlin x3.80; Draw x3.50
Borussia Dortmund x1.66 Vs 1. FSV Mainz 05 x5.00; Draw x4.00

If you see any good picks, speak up.

[salad daging]

So looks like Bochum means business and refuses to be pushed around despite their low league position.
We are at halftime, and Leverkusen is having a hard time. They took a lead in the 20th minute as expected, but Bochum responded only 6 minutes later and we are at 1-1 draw.
Will the second half bring more goals? That's quite likely.
Leverkusen is still a favourite, but the odds for them to win are now x1.55.

Leverkusen seemed to be struggling a bit in this match - after a few injuries to players though their opponents Bochum in the first half were hard to beat even though it only ended 1-1.
It's possible that in the second half things will be different as I predict Leverkusen to win but as Bochum can only defend as they were pressured by Leverkusen throughout the first half.

[koang]

So looks like Bochum means business and refuses to be pushed around despite their low league position.
We are at halftime, and Leverkusen is having a hard time. They took a lead in the 20th minute as expected, but Bochum responded only 6 minutes later and we are at 1-1 draw.
Will the second half bring more goals? That's quite likely.
Leverkusen is still a favourite, but the odds for them to win are now x1.55.

Leverkusen seemed to be struggling a bit in this match - after a few injuries to players though their opponents Bochum in the first half were hard to beat even though it only ended 1-1.
It's possible that in the second half things will be different as I predict Leverkusen to win but as Bochum can only defend as they were pressured by Leverkusen throughout the first half.

The result of the match was as I expected: Leverkusen won 3-1 against Bochum.
A great match with beautiful goals and immediate pressure, but unfortunately, Boniface's second goal in the 80th minute after receiving Frimpong's pass was disallowed by the VAR referee because he was caught offside.
Now Kompany knows it's not over til it's over because Xabi will not lose any more points.
The pressure is back on Bayern Munich. I hope they don't make a mistake.

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Although they lost, I really appreciate what St Pauli showed in the match against Bayern Munich. I thought they would lose very easily, but they were able to match Bayern Munich's game, at least in the first half.

However, in the second half they had to concede 2 goals and they could only create 1 goal in return so they had to accept defeat and go home empty-handed.

[koang]

Although they lost, I really appreciate what St Pauli showed in the match against Bayern Munich. I thought they would lose very easily, but they were able to match Bayern Munich's game, at least in the first half.

However, in the second half they had to concede 2 goals and they could only create 1 goal in return so they had to accept defeat and go home empty-handed.

Agreed. It was a great performance from Alexander Blessin's squad...We have to give them credit.
Bayern achieved a very bitter victory; two players are out again due to injury. It feels like from March onwards, when the time comes, Bayern players drop like flies. Let's hope it's nothing serious.
At the back, Bayern is again very vulnerable, and there are opponents with much better quality in the next game. More attention is needed in the remaining games

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Although they lost, I really appreciate what St Pauli showed in the match against Bayern Munich. I thought they would lose very easily, but they were able to match Bayern Munich's game, at least in the first half.

However, in the second half they had to concede 2 goals and they could only create 1 goal in return so they had to accept defeat and go home empty-handed.

Agreed. It was a great performance from Alexander Blessin's squad...We have to give them credit.
Bayern achieved a very bitter victory; two players are out again due to injury. It feels like from March onwards, when the time comes, Bayern players drop like flies. Let's hope it's nothing serious.
At the back, Bayern is again very vulnerable, and there are opponents with much better quality in the next game. More attention is needed in the remaining games

It is certainly a loss for Bayern Munich for the matches they will play next. However, they can be said to have a balanced squad depth, so this should not be a big problem for them.

Yes, even so, they still have to find players who can fill the void optimally, because after all, the position with players who are used to it will definitely be different if other players replace them.

[Agbe]

Although they lost, I really appreciate what St Pauli showed in the match against Bayern Munich. I thought they would lose very easily, but they were able to match Bayern Munich's game, at least in the first half.

However, in the second half they had to concede 2 goals and they could only create 1 goal in return so they had to accept defeat and go home empty-handed.

You're right st pauli showed class against bayern munich playing away from home I was really expecting a different scoreline but I was wrong with the way that they played but for bayern munich this win showed that they are in full control of their destination in the bundesliga because at this point of the season what you need the most is the points and not necessarily how you play

[ajiz138]

I saw Borussia Dortmund back with their good game when they managed to beat Mainz. This is the Borussia Dortmund that was missing during this season. The game in this match they played very well.

They could score 3 goals and that could make them win, although Mainz tried to reply, they could only score 1 goal and that was not enough to make them match Borussia Dortmund.

[armanda90]

I saw Borussia Dortmund back with their good game when they managed to beat Mainz. This is the Borussia Dortmund that was missing during this season. The game in this match they played very well.

They could score 3 goals and that could make them win, although Mainz tried to reply, they could only score 1 goal and that was not enough to make them match Borussia Dortmund.

Dortmund improving bit their position standing after victory over Mainz and break to 10th standings position after recently drop to 12th standings. Indeed outside from the champion league spot place but victory over Mainz 3-1 have chance for Dortmund raise the top fourth behind 7 points left awhile.
I think Dortmund bad performed in this season not over yet to reach higher standings position and have exist at Champion League quarter final match against Barcelona. If Dortmund can reach until final in Champion League and finish at top fourth position likely not bad performance.

[Agbe]

I saw Borussia Dortmund back with their good game when they managed to beat Mainz. This is the Borussia Dortmund that was missing during this season. The game in this match they played very well.

They could score 3 goals and that could make them win, although Mainz tried to reply, they could only score 1 goal and that was not enough to make them match Borussia Dortmund.

Dortmund improving bit their position standing after victory over Mainz and break to 10th standings position after recently drop to 12th standings. Indeed outside from the champion league spot place but victory over Mainz 3-1 have chance for Dortmund raise the top fourth behind 7 points left awhile.
I think Dortmund bad performed in this season not over yet to reach higher standings position and have exist at Champion League quarter final match against Barcelona. If Dortmund can reach until final in Champion League and finish at top fourth position likely not bad performance.

I think Dortmund should focus more on finishing in a top four position by getting a good result in the remaining games that are left for them to play in the bundesliga because of they focus on the champions League too much it's going to affects them because in the champions League there are much better opponents so  for Dortmund this season there task should be how they can get a top four finish the worst should be a Europa League sports because Dortmund missing out on the champions League will be a blow to Dortmund as a club

[LUCKMCFLY]

I think Dortmund bad performed in this season not over yet to reach higher standings position and have exist at Champion League quarter final match against Barcelona. If Dortmund can reach until final in Champion League and finish at top fourth position likely not bad performance.

Well considering Dortmund's performances in previous seasons this season their performance has been lacking, so in view of this yes, they need to improve, of course if they achieve the impossible and possible thing of beating Barcelona in the UCL then it would be epic and possibly the best thing they can do to wash away the poor performance they have had in the Bundesliga, personally for me they have been very bad this season, they should at least be in 5th position, and they are already 5 places higher, if they do their best in the UCL and achieve it my total respect.

[pawel7777]

No surprises in Munich. St Pauli caused them some trouble but eventually Bayern collected another 3 points and defended their 6 points advantage over Leverkusen.

Borussia Dortmund is finally showing some improvement, after two embarrassing losses to Leipzig and Augsburg, they finally put themselves together and noted a comfy win over a tough rival, Mainz (currently 4th). Hope to see them play at their 100% in the UCL quarter-final against Barcelona next week.

[koang]

Borussia Dortmund is finally showing some improvement, after two embarrassing losses to Leipzig and Augsburg, they finally put themselves together and noted a comfy win over a tough rival, Mainz (currently 4th). Hope to see them play at their 100% in the UCL quarter-final against Barcelona next week.

Beier's propelled Dortmund to a crucial 3-1 triumph over Mainz. and Borussia Dortmund keeping its hopes of finishing in the
Champions League positions are alive this season.
Beier's clinical double, complemented by Can's header, showcased tactical superiority. Dortmund's pressing game disrupted Mainz's rhythm, while their aerial dominance proved decisive.
However, Mainz is playing well. They are difficult to play against, a very efficient team, but Dortmund is playing at home and wants to win this game with their fans.

[ajiz138]

I saw Borussia Dortmund back with their good game when they managed to beat Mainz. This is the Borussia Dortmund that was missing during this season. The game in this match they played very well.

They could score 3 goals and that could make them win, although Mainz tried to reply, they could only score 1 goal and that was not enough to make them match Borussia Dortmund.

Dortmund improving bit their position standing after victory over Mainz and break to 10th standings position after recently drop to 12th standings. Indeed outside from the champion league spot place but victory over Mainz 3-1 have chance for Dortmund raise the top fourth behind 7 points left awhile.
I think Dortmund bad performed in this season not over yet to reach higher standings position and have exist at Champion League quarter final match against Barcelona. If Dortmund can reach until final in Champion League and finish at top fourth position likely not bad performance.

It is not impossible for them to do that, in the previous season they were also able to be in the final. But of course they have to go through a steep path, because they have to face a very tough team.

I myself am not so sure they will be able to do it, although their chances are still there, but the percentage is not greater than other teams that are considered tougher.

[Agbe]

I saw Borussia Dortmund back with their good game when they managed to beat Mainz. This is the Borussia Dortmund that was missing during this season. The game in this match they played very well.

They could score 3 goals and that could make them win, although Mainz tried to reply, they could only score 1 goal and that was not enough to make them match Borussia Dortmund.

Dortmund improving bit their position standing after victory over Mainz and break to 10th standings position after recently drop to 12th standings. Indeed outside from the champion league spot place but victory over Mainz 3-1 have chance for Dortmund raise the top fourth behind 7 points left awhile.
I think Dortmund bad performed in this season not over yet to reach higher standings position and have exist at Champion League quarter final match against Barcelona. If Dortmund can reach until final in Champion League and finish at top fourth position likely not bad performance.

It is not impossible for them to do that, in the previous season they were also able to be in the final. But of course they have to go through a steep path, because they have to face a very tough team.

I myself am not so sure they will be able to do it, although their chances are still there, but the percentage is not greater than other teams that are considered tougher.

It will be difficult for Dortmund to make it to the champions League final this year because this year there are more challenging and tougher oppositions in the champions League plus Dortmund is not in the best of forms because they are just trying to come back to form so I don't see them playing competitively with the best of clubs in Europe what Dortmund should focus more this season is to see how they will make it to the champions League next season by finishing in the top four spots in the bundesliga table this season