Matchweek 12 of the 2025/26 Bundesliga season, played from November 28 to 30, delivers another weekend full of high-energy football, crucial points on the line, and several matches that could reshape the standings as the season moves toward its winter phase. This game features among the full Bundesliga predictions for the round, where all matches are evaluated using a consistent analytical approach.
The action begins on Friday night with Borussia Mönchengladbach hosting RB Leipzig — a clash between two dynamic teams that often produce fast transitions, intense pressing, and plenty of goals. Both sides will be eager to set the tone for the weekend with a strong performance.
Saturday brings the classic 15:30 Bundesliga block, featuring a packed lineup of important fixtures. Bayern Munich welcomes St. Pauli in a meeting of contrasting styles, Hoffenheim faces Augsburg in a key game for mid-table security, Union Berlin hosts Heidenheim as both chase stability, Werder Bremen meets FC Köln in a direct battle for momentum, and Bayer Leverkusen takes on Dortmund in one of the headline matches of the round — a showdown that could have major implications in the title race. The evening continues with Eintracht Frankfurt vs Wolfsburg, another matchup where European ambitions collide.
Sunday closes the round with two more intriguing encounters. Hamburger SV hosts Stuttgart in a matchup that promises open play and offensive football, followed by Freiburg vs Mainz in the 19:30 fixture — a game where both sides will be desperate to secure important points before the calendar turns to December.
With top-of-the-table duels, mid-table battles, and teams fighting to climb out of difficult positions, Matchweek 12 promises excitement, drama, and plenty of decisive moments across Germany’s top flight.
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B. Monchengladbach vs RB Leipzig
B. Monchengladbach enters this match with a much better form in the last few games, achieving several convincing victories, including wins against Heidenheim, FC Koln, and St. Pauli. The team is starting to strengthen its attack, with Tabakovic standing out as the top scorer with 7 goals, while Machino and Diks provide support.
Even though they have only one win at home after six matches played, the recent results bring optimism. The defense remains a problem, having conceded 14 goals at home, which is among the weakest defenses in the Bundesliga. Still, the team shows that it can compete against strong opponents when the attack is in rhythm.
RB Leipzig is on a great winning streak. Except for the loss to Hoffenheim, they have won all their other matches with high efficiency, as shown by their victories against Werder, Stuttgart, and Augsburg. The team plays in a diverse way, with players like Baumgartner, Romulo Cardoso, Diomande, and Ouedraogo evenly spread out on the scoring list, making them unpredictable.
Even though their away record is solid with three wins, one draw, and two losses, Leipzig often takes control in the midfield and uses high pressing to keep their opponents under pressure. Their form is consistent enough for them to enter as favorites, even in tough away games.
Although Gladbach is improving, Leipzig is a better team overall, more offensive, and more tactical, with a wider rotation and better balance. It is expected that the visitors will set the pace and achieve a more secure result.
2 (RB Leipzig to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:3
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Bayern Munich vs St. Pauli
Bayern Munich enters this match as the favorite, showcasing an incredible streak that highlights their dominance in the Bundesliga. Vincent Kompany’s team plays with great confidence, winning convincingly against Freiburg, Leverkusen, PSG, and other tough opponents.
Harry Kane keeps scoring goals with amazing efficiency, and with support from Olise, Diaz, and Gnabry, the offensive side looks almost unbeatable. At home, Bayern has a perfect record, winning all six of their matches with a goal difference of 26:3, which clearly shows how difficult it is for any visiting team to earn points at the ‘Allianz Arena’.
St. Pauli enters this match with serious issues and is in very poor form, having lost 8 consecutive games in the league. The team is facing significant challenges in their offensive performance, scoring only 9 goals in 11 matches, while their defense often crumbles under pressure, having conceded 21 goals.
The only bright spots come from Hountondji, Sinani, and Dzwigala, but these individual moments aren’t enough to keep up with top teams. Especially worrying is the fact that St. Pauli has only one win and four losses in away games, showing a weak performance without enough aggression or compactness.
The gap in form and class is huge; Bayern is on a winning streak, playing ruthlessly at home and scoring a lot of goals, while St. Pauli comes in with serious weaknesses.
1 & 4+ (Bayern Munich to Win & Over3.5)
Predicted CS: 5:0
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Hoffenheim vs Augsburg
Hoffenheim is showing great performance lately, especially when they play at home. The team has managed to secure several important wins, with the most impressive ones being against Wolfsburg and RB Leipzig. They showcased their offensive strength with players like Asllani, Leemperle, and Kramaric, who consistently create chances and score goals.
Even though they have had three consecutive victories at home, it seems that the team has improved its form recently. They are currently in 7th place with 20 points, and their attacking line is creative enough to cause problems for any opponent, especially against teams that struggle with defense.
Augsburg, on the other hand, is in poor shape, with a series of disappointing matches, especially away where they have seen a significant drop in defensive stability. The team has conceded 24 goals this season, and every match feels like a struggle for control and stability. However, the team has individuals like Rieder, Komur, and Matsima who can create moments of danger, but overall, their offensive potential is not consistent enough. Augsburg will enter this away game under pressure from the standings, as every lost point pushes the team further from the middle and closer to the danger zone.
Hoffenheim, which has a better rhythm and a stronger attacking structure. Augsburg struggles to keep up in these duels, and the difference in form and confidence is clear.
1 (Hoffenheim to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Union Berlin vs Heidenheim
Union Berlin enters this match with a solid yet inconsistent form, mixing positive results with moments of decline. They are currently in 8th place with 15 points. At home, they play more aggressively, better controlling the pace and regularly creating more dangerous situations than their opponents. The team operates strongly in defense, with high intensity in pressing and the skill to limit space.
Ansah, Doekhi, and Burke are the biggest threats up front, often creating chances from long range or quick counterattacks. Although Union Berlin sometimes struggles to maintain a lead, they appear much more confident when playing at home.
Heidenheim enters the match in really poor form and has some big weaknesses, especially when playing away where they always struggle to stay in the game. After 11 matches this season, they have only managed to win once, and they have lost 8 times. The team concedes too many goals, and the defense often looks broken, lacking enough coordination. The midfield rarely keeps possession, which forces the attacks to rely on individual efforts from players like Schimmer or Conteh. When playing away, after 5 matches, they have lost all 5, scoring only 2 goals while conceding 14.
On the other hand, Union Berlin has a better current dynamic, strong home form, and a more organized team than the visitors. Given Heidenheim’s huge defensive issues, we expect a sure win for the home team.
1 (Union Berlin to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:0
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Werder Bremen vs FC Koln
Werder Bremen is currently in 9th place with 15 points and is entering this match with solid form, especially at home where they have won three out of five games played. The team plays dynamic football, featuring quick transitions and creativity in attack through players like Stage, Mbambula, and Schmid.
Although the defense can have some weak moments, Bremen generally appears organized and confident in front of their fans. Their attack is their strongest part, with a goal difference of 7:7 at home, showing that they always create chances, but sometimes leave too much space behind. Nevertheless, the team demonstrates maturity, good balance, and the ability to control the pace, making them favorites on their home ground.
FC Koln is currently ranked 10th with 14 points and has had a mixed season with a blend of good and bad results away from home. They have one win and three losses in their last four away games, which shows their inconsistency in performances.
Their attack, led by Kaminski, El Mala, and Buiter, can be dangerous, but the defense often breaks down under high pressure. Even though they have individual talent, Koln struggles with consistency and maintaining compactness, which leads to conceding goals at crucial moments. If they want a positive outcome, they need to reduce their mistakes and play more carefully without the ball.
On the other hand, Werder Bremen has greater stability and a better home dynamic, while Koln often falters under pressure. We expect a match with goals and a slight advantage for the home team.
3+ (Over 2.5)
Predicted CS: 2:1
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Bayer Leverkusen vs Dortmund
Bayer Leverkusen enters this match as the third-placed team with 23 points, showing solid form and high efficiency with a goal difference of 27:15. They play really well at home, in 6 matches, they have 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss. Recently, they had impressive victories against Heidenheim 6:0 and Wolfsburg 3:1, as well as a win in the Champions League against Manchester City with a score of 2:0.
The attack, led by Schick, Grimaldo, and Poku, works perfectly, and the team often sets a high intensity in the midfield. Leverkusen rarely falters at home and generally plays with a strong attacking pressure, managing to maintain control even against tough opponents. Their form is stable with a series of wins, and defensively they look more compact than at the start of the season, making them favorites in this match.
Dortmund is currently in fourth place with 22 points and a goal difference of 19:10, but their performance is a bit more unpredictable compared to the home team. When playing away, they have a decent record, 3 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss, having only conceded 6 goals, which shows they can play disciplined football outside their home ground. The team comes off a convincing win against Villarreal 4:0 and an important victory over Augsburg 1:0, with Guirassy, Beier, and Adeyemi being the standout players in attack.
Dortmund often struggles against teams that press high and play quick transitions, something Leverkusen does perfectly. Even though they have the quality to keep up, they often fall into a rhythm that allows the opponent to control the game, which could be critical in this tough away match.
This duel promises high intensity and great offensive dynamics, but Leverkusen currently appears more stable and organized than Dortmund. Their excellent home form, wide attacking options, and consistency in results make them the favorites.
1 & BTTS-Yes
(Bayer Leverkusen to Win & Both teams to score)
Predicted CS: 3:1
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Hamburger SV vs Stuttgart
Hamburger SV, which is currently in 14th place with 9 points, enters this match with noticeable ups and downs and results that are below expectations. At home, they have a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses with a goal difference of 7:5, showing that the team can be dangerous in attack, but often struggles in defense. Recent matches reveal the same issue, losses to Augsburg and FC Koln, and a draw with Dortmund, where they lost their lead and physically faded at the end.
Philippe, Dompe, and Lokonga are the players who pose the biggest threat, but overall the team suffers from insufficient intensity and poor consistency in the second half. That’s why the pressure on them before this match is high, especially since they are playing against a rival that is in much better form.
Stuttgart, which is in a high 5th place with 22 points, comes into the match with a much more confident style of play and more consistent results. They have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses away from home, but most of the negative results were against top teams, while the wins came from convincing and fast play in transition.
Undav is in amazing form with 6 goals, and he gets support from Demirovic, Tomas, and Mittelstadt, who are key in creating chances and applying pressure high up the field. Stuttgart plays dynamically, directly, and knows how to punish any gaps behind the defense. The victory over Augsburg and the draw with Dortmund have boosted their confidence, and the team looks tactically much clearer than the home side.
The analysis points to an advantage for the visitors, as Stuttgart is currently a more organized, efficient, and physically stronger team. Hamburger SV will fight, but the difference in quality is clear.
2 (Stuttgart to Win)
Predicted CS: 1:2
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Eintracht Frankfurt vs Wolfsburg
Eintracht Frankfurt is a team that is currently in 6th place in the Bundesliga with 20 points. Their results this season show a mix of strong offense and shaky defense. At home, they play solidly, with a record of 3 wins, and 2 losses, and a goal difference of 10:8, making them relatively safe on their own turf. Their recent performances have been mixed, they had a convincing win against FC Kоln and Mainz, but also suffered a tough loss to Atalanta in Europe.
The team, led by Burkardt, Uzun, and Doan, has clear attacking potential, scoring 27 goals in the first 11 matches, which makes them one of the more effective teams in the league. However, they have conceded 22 goals, highlighting a defensive issue that often holds them back. Their home form is solid, with three wins in the last five matches, which gives them confidence going into the next game.
Wolfsburg is in 15th place with only 8 points, which is way below expectations and in a zone where every point really matters. Their away record is poor, 2 wins and 3 losses, with a goal difference of 6:7, showing that the team struggles when playing away from their home stadium. Their troubling form is further confirmed by a series of losses, including games against Werder Bremen, Hoffenheim, and Bayer Leverkusen.
The attacking part is led by Amoura and Svanberg, but the team generally has a hard time creating enough chances, scoring only 13 goals this season, one of the weakest attacks in the league. Additionally, the defense often breaks down at crucial moments, leading to many close but painful losses. The only bright spot is that they can surprise opponents, but those moments are rare.
This match favors Eintracht Frankfurt due to their better form, stronger attack, and stability at home. Wolfsburg has too many issues in their game, especially away, which will make it hard to neutralize the quality of the home team.
1 (Eintracht Frankfurt to Win)
Predicted CS: 3:1
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Freiburg vs Mainz
Freiburg is a team that is currently in 11th place with 13 points and has shown inconsistent but still stable performances throughout the season, especially at home. Their game is based on organized pressure and quick transitions, and when they play at home, they usually manage to control the pace.
In attack, they rely on players like Grifo, Eggestein, and Matanovic who bring creativity and finishing skills. Recent results indicate that the team knows how to respond when needed, although their defense sometimes falters. Nevertheless, Freiburg has a better balance between lines and greater consistency than many rivals in the lower part of the table, which gives them extra confidence when playing as hosts.
Mainz is currently in 17th place with only 6 points, and their situation is getting more complicated as the season goes on. The team is struggling a lot with consistency, especially in away games, where they find it hard to create chances and often concede goals due to simple mistakes.
The attack led by Amiri, Sieb, and Sano can show moments of individual skill, but that rarely is enough to overcome the weaknesses in defense and organization. Their recent form, with a series of losses against Hamburger SV, Stuttgart, and Eintracht, shows that Mainz currently lacks the structure to compete against stronger teams, especially when playing away.
Freiburg is in much better form, playing at home and having a more organized approach, while Mainz is struggling with consistency and defensive issues.
1 (Freiburg to Win)
Predicted CS: 2:0
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This analysis sits between Bundesliga Matchweek 11 predictions and Bundesliga Matchweek 13 predictions as the Bundesliga schedule moves forward.