Bundesliga 2025-2026: Heidenheim vs Freiburg Prediction

Heidenheim

Home Team
17%
VS

Freiburg

Away Team
70%
Draw: 13%
Over 2.5: 52%
Under 2.5: 48%
Goal: 55%
No Goal: 45%

Current Standings

Pos Team Pl W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Bayern Munich 12 11 1 0 44 9 35 34
2 RB Leipzig 12 8 2 2 22 13 9 26
3 Dortmund 12 7 4 1 21 11 10 25
4 Leverkusen 12 7 2 3 28 17 11 23
5 Hoffenheim 12 7 2 3 25 17 8 23
6 Stuttgart 12 7 1 4 21 17 4 22
7 Ein Frankfurt 12 6 3 3 28 23 5 21
8 Freiburg 12 4 4 4 19 20 -1 16
9 Werder Bremen 12 4 4 4 16 21 -5 16
10 FC Koln 12 4 3 5 21 20 1 15
11 Union Berlin 12 4 3 5 15 19 -4 15
12 M'gladbach 12 3 4 5 16 19 -3 13
13 Hamburg 12 3 3 6 11 18 -7 12
14 Augsburg 12 3 1 8 15 27 -12 10
15 Wolfsburg 12 2 3 7 14 22 -8 9
16 Heidenheim 12 2 2 8 10 27 -17 8
17 St Pauli 12 2 1 9 10 24 -14 7
18 Mainz 12 1 3 8 11 23 -12 6

Advanced Metrics (Last 5 games)

Heidenheim

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.27
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.87
# Clean Sheets: 0

Freiburg

Average Expected Goals (xG): 1.06
Average Expected Goals Against (xGA): 1.74
# Clean Sheets: 2

Key Prediction Insights

The upcoming clash between Heidenheim and Freiburg is expected to tilt heavily in favor of Freiburg, with a 70% probability of an away victory. Heidenheim, currently languishing in 16th place, faces a tough challenge against Freiburg, who occupies the 8th spot in the Bundesliga table. The match is predicted to feature over 2.5 goals, with a 52% chance of this occurring, suggesting an open and potentially high-scoring encounter.

Match Analysis

Heidenheim's recent performances have been a mixed bag, with a solitary win against Union Berlin being overshadowed by heavy defeats to M'gladbach and Leverkusen. Their defensive frailties have been evident, conceding an average of 1.8 goals per game over their last five matches, while failing to keep a clean sheet. Offensively, they have struggled as well, scoring just one goal on average across the same period, indicating potential vulnerabilities that Freiburg will look to exploit. Freiburg, on the other hand, comes into this fixture with a slightly more favorable recent run. Victories over Mainz and St Pauli have bolstered their confidence, even though they suffered a heavy defeat to Bayern Munich. Freiburg's defensive solidity is evident from their two clean sheets in the last five matches, which could prove crucial against a Heidenheim side that has had difficulties finding the net. Their attacking prowess, averaging 1.0 goal per game, suggests a balanced approach that can adapt as the game unfolds.

Final Prediction

Freiburg's edge in this matchup stems from their superior league position and recent form, highlighted by their ability to secure victories and maintain defensive discipline. A key factor to watch will be Freiburg's capacity to capitalize on Heidenheim's defensive lapses, potentially paving the way for a decisive away win. With the game likely to see over 2.5 goals, fans should expect an entertaining contest.