Bundesliga Predictions for Saturday, Featuring Bayer Leverkusen vs. RB Leipzig
Two teams will be looking for their first Bundesliga win of the season when Stuttgart hosts Mainz 05 on Saturday afternoon. Historically, Stuttgart has the upper hand, having won both league encounters last season with a 3-1 scoreline. However, Mainz 05 is currently on an impressive unbeaten streak in the league that dates back to March.
Prediction: Stuttgart 1-1 Mainz 05
Stuttgart is dealing with several defensive injuries, which could be exploited by Mainz’s confident and physical play. Despite Mainz’s 10-game unbeaten run in the Bundesliga, Stuttgart’s recent success against them makes it unlikely that Mainz will secure all three points.
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Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Hoffenheim (Saturday, 2.30pm)
In their second match of the 2024-25 Bundesliga season, Eintracht Frankfurt will host Hoffenheim at Deutsche Bank Park, aiming to recover from their defeat to Borussia Dortmund on August 24. Frankfurt missed a chance to take the lead last weekend and currently sits second to last in 17th place with no points. Hoffenheim, on the other hand, won 3-2 against Holstein Kiel last Saturday and is in third place with three points.
Prediction: Eintracht Frankfurt 2-2 Hoffenheim
With Kramaric in strong form, Hoffenheim could frequently threaten Kevin Trapp’s goal. However, Frankfurt will look to capitalize on Hoffenheim’s defensive weaknesses, especially given their struggles against newly-promoted Holstein Kiel.
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Werder Bremen vs. Dortmund (Saturday, 2.30pm)
Borussia Dortmund will aim for their second consecutive league win on Saturday when they visit Weserstadion to face Werder Bremen. Bremen drew 2-2 with Augsburg in their season opener and is currently eighth, while Dortmund won 2-0 against Eintracht Frankfurt and is third.
Prediction: Werder Bremen 1-2
Dortmund’s new coach, Sahin, has made a strong start, and if they maintain their proactive approach, they could create multiple scoring opportunities. Still, Werder Bremen is known for being a tough opponent, which could pose challenges for Dortmund.
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VfL Bochum vs. Borussia Monchengladbach (Saturday, 2.30pm)
VfL Bochum will host Borussia Monchengladbach at Vonovia Ruhrstadion on Saturday in both teams’ second Bundesliga match of the season. Bochum lost 1-0 to RB Leipzig on August 24 and is currently 15th, while Monchengladbach fell 3-2 to Bayer Leverkusen after conceding a late decisive goal.
Prediction: VfL Bochum 2-1 Borussia Monchengladbach
Despite losing three of their last five league matches, Bochum has a solid home record. Given Monchengladbach’s struggles on the road, it wouldn’t be surprising if they dropped points again.
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Holstein Kiel vs. Wolfsburg (Saturday, 2.30pm)
Newly-promoted Holstein Kiel will host Wolfsburg at Holstein-Stadion, with both teams seeking their first points of the season. Holstein Kiel lost 3-2 to Hoffenheim and is 13th in the table, while Wolfsburg is 14th after a 3-2 loss to Bayern Munich despite leading 2-1.
Prediction: Holstein Kiel 2-2 Wolfsburg
Both teams showed promise despite their opening-weekend defeats, and Saturday’s match could see both sides exhibit strong attacking play. It wouldn’t be surprising if Wolfsburg improved in the second half as Holstein Kiel tires.
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Bayer Leverkusen vs. RB Leipzig (Saturday, 5.30pm)
Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen will host RB Leipzig at BayArena in their first home game of the 2024-25 season. The two teams meet for the first time since January, when Leverkusen won 3-2 away.
Prediction: Bayer Leverkusen 3-2 RB Leipzig
Last season, ten goals were scored across two matches between Leverkusen and Leipzig, and another high-scoring, entertaining game is expected. After resting key players midweek, Leverkusen is likely to edge out Leipzig again on home turf.
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