Matchweek 13 of the 2025/26 Bundesliga season (December 5–7) is here, bringing another thrilling round filled with crucial matches and changing dynamics throughout the league.
The excitement kicks off on Friday with Mainz taking on Borussia Mönchengladbach — a matchup that seems pretty even, as both teams aim to gain some momentum as winter approaches.
Saturday is packed with action at 15:30, featuring several important games: Augsburg vs Bayer Leverkusen, Köln vs St. Pauli, Heidenheim vs Freiburg, Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich, and Wolfsburg vs Union Berlin. Each of these matches is significant, whether for title hopes or mid-table struggles. The evening will showcase a fantastic game between RB Leipzig and Eintracht Frankfurt, both teams vying for spots in European competitions.
Sunday will conclude the round with a fierce northern rivalry as Hamburger SV faces Werder Bremen, followed by Dortmund vs Hoffenheim in the last match — a clash of different styles and strong offensive capabilities.
In summary, Matchweek 13 is set to deliver excitement, crucial points, and several games that could change the league standings before the winter break.
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Mainz vs B. Monchengladbach
Mainz is currently in 18th place with 6 points and is facing a tough season. Their home performance is really poor, with two draws and four losses, which highlights their offensive struggles. The team is having a hard time organizing attacks and relies on individual moments from Amiri, Sieb, and Sano, who have scored a limited number of goals.
Recent results, including losses to Freiburg and Eintracht Frankfurt, show their defensive instability. The lack of confidence in transitions and low scoring rates put extra pressure on the team. Also, last week they lost to Univ. Craiova in the group stage of the Conference League.
B. Monchengladbach is in 12th place with 13 points, and their form is much better than Mainz’s, especially when playing away where they have two wins and one draw in five matches. The team shows solid offensive efficiency with 9 goals scored away, and Tabakovic is the most dangerous player with seven goals this season.
Their victories over Heidenheim and FC Koln demonstrate their ability to take the initiative at crucial moments. In the last round of the Bundesliga, they drew with RB Leipzig at home in a match that ended without any goals. The midfield is performing better compared to Mainz, with Machino and Diks providing extra width and verticality.
Gladbach enters the match with higher intensity and a better offensive structure, while Mainz struggles with finishing and defensive stability.
X2 (Draw or B. Monchengladbach to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Augsburg vs Bayer Leverkusen
Augsburg is currently in 14th place with 10 points and has been inconsistent this season. Their home performance shows two wins and four losses, with a goal difference of 7:15, highlighting their defensive instability. Even though Rieder and Komur bring some creativity and partial offensive effectiveness, the team often struggles to maintain possession and control the pace against stronger opponents.
Recent losses to Hoffenheim and Stuttgart reveal a lack of compactness, especially when they need to respond after conceding goals. Augsburg fails to create a consistent offensive rhythm, and their transition from defense to attack remains their weakest point. In the last six matches, they have lost five times.
Bayer Leverkusen is in 4th place with 23 points and is having a solid season with strong offensive performance. They have three wins, one draw, and only one loss when playing away, which highlights their good play. Schick, Grimaldo, and Poku are in great attacking form, scoring a lot of goals and putting constant pressure on the opposing defenses.
Their victories against Wolfsburg and Heidenheim, along with the win over Manchester City in the Champions League, show their ability to maintain stability even in high-intensity moments. Despite the loss to Dortmund, Leverkusen remains a team with a much stronger structure, better balance, and higher quality defensive organization compared to Augsburg.
Leverkusen enters as a clear favorite due to their superior play, stronger offense, and greater stability, while Augsburg shows too many defensive weaknesses to compete.
2 (Leverkusen to Win)
Predicted CS: 0:2
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FC Koln vs St. Pauli
FC Kоln is in 10th place with 15 points, and their season has been full of changes in gameplay. However, their home performance is relatively solid with two wins, one draw, and two losses, having a goal difference of 13:9. The effectiveness of El Mala and Kaminski, each scoring five goals, provides a strong offensive foundation. The team often plays aggressively at home and creates plenty of chances.
Still, losses to Eintracht and Mоnchengladbach revealed weaknesses in their defensive rotations, especially during quick counter-attacks. Despite this, Kоln manages to maintain pressure and control the midfield against teams with lower intensity, making them more competitive when playing in front of their fans.
St. Pauli is in 17th place with 7 points and is having a tough season with serious drops in performance. Their away game form is weak, with only one win and five losses, showing a goal difference of 4:10 that highlights their defensive weaknesses. The team struggles to maintain compactness in the midfield and often loses duels.
Even though Hountondji and Sinani provide some offensive moments, it rarely compensates for the defensive mistakes. They are on a streak of four consecutive losses, including games against Bayern, Freiburg, and Union. When playing away, St. Pauli seems too easy to break through and often loses their rhythm early in the first half.
Koln has a more organized attack and a solid home game, while St. Pauli struggles in almost every phase of their away matches. The form is in favor of the home team, so we give them the edge to win this match.
1 (FC Kоln to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Heidenheim vs Freiburg
Heidenheim is in 16th place with 8 points. Their performance has been weak, both away and at home, where they have one win, two draws, and three losses, resulting in a goal difference of 6:12 that shows their defensive weaknesses. Even though the team sometimes shows fighting spirit, like in the draw against Eintracht Frankfurt, they lack creativity in attack and consistency in creating chances.
Schimmer is the top scorer with three goals, but he doesn’t get enough support from the other attacking players. Recent losses to Leverkusen and Heidenheim highlight issues with pressure in the midfield and poor transitions, where Heidenheim often loses the ball in dangerous areas. In the last round, they managed to win against Union Berlin after 8 matches without a victory.
Freiburg is in 8th place with 16 points and plays a much more consistent style of football. Even though their away form is moderate with one win, two draws, and three losses, having a goal difference of 6:12. The team still has a significantly stronger attacking potential with Grifo leading the way with four goals, while Kubler, Manzambi, and Suzuki add valuable offensive moments.
Their victory over St. Pauli and the draw with Union Berlin show that they know how to play organized and disciplined in tough conditions. Although they have lost to stronger teams, Freiburg generally looks more confident in controlling the pace of the game. Their structure is stronger, and the midfield is better at controlling the play. They have only one loss in their last seven matches across all competitions.
Freiburg enters the match with higher quality, better organization, and a more dangerous attack, while Heidenheim continues to struggle with intensity and creativity.
2 (Freiburg to Win)
Predicted CS: 0:1
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Stuttgart vs Bayern Munich
Stuttgart is in 6th place with 22 points and is having a season full of energy. Their home performance is outstanding, with five wins out of five matches and a goal difference of 9:3, showing their stability and the high pace they set at home. Undav shines with seven goals, while Demirovic, Tomas, and El Khannouss add depth and variety to the offense. The team often takes the initiative and creates many chances through vertical play and quick transitions.
Victories over Augsburg, G.A. Eagles, and Feyenoord demonstrate their quality, even though the loss to Hamburger SV revealed some occasional vulnerability in defensive rotations. Still, Stuttgart looks strong at home this season and plays with a high level of confidence.
Bayern Munich is in first place with 34 points and is dominating the league with amazing offensive stats. They have four wins and one draw on the road, boasting an impressive goal difference of 15:5. The team works perfectly with Kane as the key player, scoring 14 goals, while Diaz, Olise, and Gnabry consistently put pressure on every defense.
Their victories over Freiburg, Union Berlin, and St. Pauli show their excellent form, and the only away slip-up this season was a loss to Arsenal in the Champions League. Bayern manages to control the pace with dominance in midfield and quick ball circulation, and their high finishing accuracy makes them great in attack.
Even though Stuttgart has a perfect home streak, Bayern’s quality, rotation, and offensive productivity are at a significantly higher level. A high-intensity match is expected, but the guests have the real advantage due to their individual class and collective stability.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1:3
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Wolfsburg vs Union Berlin
Wolfsburg is in 15th place with 8 points and is having a tough season. Their home performance is disappointing, with no wins, two draws, and four losses. The goal difference of 7:14 shows that their defense is shaky and their offense isn’t scoring enough at home. Even though Amoura is the top scorer with four goals, he doesn’t get enough support from the midfield, which often loses battles and fails to create enough chances.
Recent losses to Leverkusen and Hoffenheim revealed big gaps between the lines, and the draw with Frankfurt was a rare bright spot, although the defense showed weaknesses there too. They lack consistency, aggression, and organization during transitions. They have only one win in their last 13 matches, with 9 losses.
Union Berlin is in 11th place with 15 points and is having a much more competitive season, but their away form is still shaky with two wins and three losses, showing a goal difference of 5:9 that reveals their tendency for defensive mistakes when playing away. The team does have a clearer offensive structure, with Ansah and Doekhi each scoring four goals, while Burke and Khedira add depth to the attack.
The win against St. Pauli shows that Union knows how to punish teams with weak defenses, while the loss to Heidenheim highlights their struggle with midfield control in tough matches. They play away with a variable rhythm, but overall they seem more organized than Wolfsburg.
Union Berlin has a stronger structure, better finishing, and greater stability, while Wolfsburg is in a serious results crisis at home. The advantage goes to the guests due to their higher efficiency, so we can expect at least three goals during the match.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 1:3
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RB Leipzig vs Eintracht Frankfurt
RB Leipzig is in 2nd place with 26 points and is having one of its most stable seasons. Their home performance is perfect, with five wins out of five matches and a goal difference of 12:3, highlighting their high efficiency and strong defensive organization at home. The team works really well with quick plays, precise pressing, and creativity in their game. Baumgartner, with five goals, and Romulo Cardoso, with four, are key players in finishing, while Diomande and Ouedraogo keep the midfield dynamic.
Victories over Werder, Stuttgart, and Cottbus, along with a controlled match against Hoffenheim, show their maturity and dominance. Leipzig plays at home with great confidence and rarely lets the opponent dictate the game.
Eintracht Frankfurt is in 7th place with 21 points and has a solid but shaky season. They have three wins, two draws, and only one loss away from home, with a goal difference of 17:14. This shows their strong offense but also their vulnerability in defense. Burkardt leads with eight goals, while Uzun has five goals and four assists, making them the main threats. Doan and Bahoya add extra speed and creativity.
Frankfurt plays bravely on the road, as seen in their wins against Mainz and Monchengladbach, but they also struggle when they concede an early goal. The team creates many chances but often leaves too much space during transitions, which is risky against fast teams like Leipzig.
Leipzig has a stronger defense, better balance, and much more consistent home form, while Frankfurt is dangerous but inconsistent. We expect a dynamic match with at least three goals.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Hamburger SV vs Werder Bremen
Hamburger SV enters this round ranked 13th with 12 points. Their home form is fairly solid, with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses, and a goal difference of 9:6. In their last home match, they celebrated a 2:1 victory against Stuttgart, which boosted the team’s confidence after two previous losses.
HSV plays offensively at home, often applying high pressing, but they concede a goal in almost every match, showing their defensive instability. Players like Philippe, Dompe, and Lokonga contribute to the team’s creativity, but they still rely on quick transitions. Controlling matches is a challenge for them, but they are much more offensive and precise when playing at home.
Werder Bremen is doing a bit better in the standings, holding the 9th place with 16 points and a decent away record of one win, two draws, and three losses, with a goal difference of 8:13. The team knows how to create chances when playing away, but they often have serious lapses in concentration on defense, which frequently leads to conceding goals in quick succession. Stage, Mbengue, and Schmid provide most of the offensive contributions.
Even though their results aren’t impressive on the road, Werder plays bravely, with fast attacks and often takes advantage of the opponent’s mistakes. However, their defense is their weakest part and often struggles under high pressure.
Both teams are unpredictable, but their styles promise an offensive duel. HSV is more stable at home, but Werder has the quality to score a goal.
GG (BTTS-Yes)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Dortmund vs Hoffenheim
Dortmund is in 3rd place with 25 points and plays strongly at home, remaining unbeaten in five matches with a goal difference of 9:4. Their home performance is steady, featuring three wins and two draws, and the team shows good intensity in the midfield and quick transitions to attack. In recent matches, they are considered a creative team, whether through individual efforts or organized attacks from the wings.
Guirassy and Adeyemi are in solid scoring form and pose a serious threat, while Brandt adds creativity. However, the defense can sometimes leave gaps, but it is stable enough at home to control the pace.
Hoffenheim is in 5th place with 23 points and has an amazing away record, earning 14 points out of a possible 18 and scoring 14 goals in six away matches. The team plays aggressively, with fast-paced action in the final third and strong individual players who easily create chances. Their victories against Augsburg, RB Leipzig, and Wolfsburg show their offensive efficiency, and they can compete well even against stronger teams.
Although they concede goals, Hoffenheim consistently sets the pace away from home and keeps the game away from their own goal. The consistency of their attacking line is one of their biggest strengths this season. A dynamic match is expected with counter-attacks and open play from both sides.
Dortmund has a slight advantage due to playing at home, but Hoffenheim is one of the most dangerous away teams in the league, promising an uncertain duel with plenty of goals.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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