Bundesliga: Round 21
Things could not be tighter at the top of the Bundesliga, with 3 points separating the top 3 sides in the table. Bayern Munich remain at the top of the pile but with both Union Berlin and Borussia Dortmund in pursuit, it promises to be a fascinating race to the finish. Schalke look to have run their race at the bottom of the table, whilst the likes of Stuttgart and Hertha Berlin are also in a spot of bother.
Here is a rundown of some of the key games to look out for in the Bundesliga this weekend:
Borussia Monchengladbach vs Bayern Munich
Match Winner Odds:
Borussia Monchengladbach – 5/1
Borussia Monchengladbach
Sitting 10th in the Bundesliga table is not a return Borussia Monchengladbach would have hoped for at the start of the year. It has been a tough campaign for the whites, who have lacked consistency and with only one win in their last five games, this looks a tall order.
Bayern Munich
Following an inauspicious return following the World Cup, Bayern once again look to be a side finding form. Back to back league wins have been backed up by a win on the road at PSG in the Champions League and Bayern should be bang up for this one.
Match Best Bet:
Both sides will be up this one and goals look guaranteed.
Both teams to score – YES – 11/20
Result Prediction:
This should be a fantastic fixture, with Borussia Monchengladbach sure to be bang up for it but Bayern should get the job done.
Bayern Munich to win the match – 9/20
Score Prediction:
Borussia Monchengladbach 1 – 3 Bayern Munich – 15/2
VfB Stuttgart vs FC Cologne
Match Winner Odds:
VfB Stuttgart
Three consecutive defeats have seen VfB Stuttgart drop into the Bundesliga relegation zone. They will be keen to avoid slipping into the relegation picture this term and this has the makings of a key fixture for them.
FC Cologne
Five games without a defeat have seen FC Cologne pull into a mid-table position in recent weeks and they look to have the makings of a side capable of kicking on in the second half of the season. This should be a real test of their mettle though here in Stuttgart.
Match Best Bet:
This could be a very cagey encounter, with so much on the line.
Under 2.5 goals in the game – 7/10
Result Prediction:
Both sides will be eager to pick up points for different reasons and in what promises to be a closely matched game on paper, a draw could be on the cards.
The match to finish as a draw – 24/10
Score Prediction:
VfB Stuttgart 1 – 1 FC Cologne – 19/2
Borussia Dortmund vs Hertha Berlin
Match Winner Odds:
Borussia Dortmund
It promises to be a huge week for Borussia Dortmund, who have their Champions League progress to focus on, as well as the fight for the Bundesliga title race. Not only do they have the usual threat of Bayern this year but with Union Berlin in the mix too, it promises to be another real battle for glory this term.
Hertha Berlin
Generally, it has been a season to forget for Hertha Berlin, who sit in 16th place – in the relegation playoff spot. A big win against Monchengladbach last time out could be the catalyst they need though this term and this game is very much a free hit.
Match Best Bet:
Both teams play on the front foot and goals could be guaranteed here.
Over 2.5 goals in the game – 11/10
Result Prediction:
Hertha Berlin have had a tough season, but they are starting to show signs of improvement. This is a tall order however and Borussia Dortmund should win well at home.
Borussia Dortmund to win the match – 7/20
Score Prediction:
Borussia Dortmund 4 – 1 Hertha Berlin – 14/1
