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German Bundesliga Matchday 8 Preview (October 24–26, 2025) – 24.-26.10. 2025

Werder Bremen vs Union Berlin (24.10.2025, 20:30)

Tip: X2 (Draw or Union Berlin win)

Werder Bremen enter Friday’s clash with Union Berlin in inconsistent form and with ongoing defensive issues. The 2–2 draw with Heidenheim earned a point but also exposed defensive weaknesses – the opponent had over 20 shots and a much higher expected goals tally. Coach Horst Steffen is working to stabilize a defense that has conceded nine goals in the last four matches and will again be without Stark and Wöber. Bremen can be tricky at home, but the team often lacks control and consistency. Union Berlin, after a 3–1 win over Mönchengladbach, regained some confidence, though their form remains uneven. They lost two of their last three away games but look more compact and composed in transitions. The midfield axis of Khedira and Kemlein gives the team structure, while Ilic is in good scoring form. The absence of Robert Skov slightly weakens the flanks, but Trimmel and Kohn provide energy and attacking support. Bremen will rely on home advantage, but Union seem more organized and capable of punishing mistakes. Considering both sides’ current form, a draw or a narrow away win looks most likely. Recommended tip: X2 – draw or Union Berlin win.

Augsburg vs RB Leipzig (25.10.2025, 15:30)

Tip: RB Leipzig to win

RB Leipzig continue to justify their status as one of the main title contenders and enter the match against Augsburg in excellent form. Ole Werner’s side are unbeaten in six games, scoring ten goals and keeping three clean sheets in that span. Their attacking trio of Romulo, Bakayoko, and Nusa has been devastating, while the defense, anchored by Orban and Lukeba, looks solid and composed. Leipzig also have a dominant record against Augsburg – they are unbeaten in 17 competitive meetings and have scored at least three goals in five of the last seven encounters. Augsburg, meanwhile, are struggling under Sandro Wagner, winning just one of their last six Bundesliga fixtures. Their defense looks shaky and their attack lacks both quality and confidence. Leipzig have superior tempo, organization, and finishing ability. If they maintain their recent level, they should have no trouble collecting three points from the WWK Arena.

Eintracht Frankfurt vs St Pauli (25.10.2025, 15:30)

Tip: Eintracht Frankfurt to win

Eintracht Frankfurt, after a strong season last year, are currently struggling and have lost confidence at home. After seven rounds they sit on 10 points, and their performances have been very uneven. Defensively, they look fragile – with 18 goals conceded, they are among the worst in the Bundesliga, as seen in their 1–5 defeat to Liverpool in the Champions League. Coach Dino Toppmöller is still searching for the right balance between attacking football and defensive stability, but the team lacks composure at home, losing three consecutive competitive matches there. Nevertheless, Frankfurt have enough quality, especially in attack – Can Uzun has started the season superbly and, together with Burkardt, forms a dangerous partnership. St. Pauli, by contrast, are in free fall. The newly promoted side have lost four in a row and their attack is virtually non-existent – they failed to score in three of their last four games. Their defense is little better, having conceded 13 goals and showing no cohesion. Coach Alexander Blessin is struggling to find a consistent system, and injuries to key players such as Nemeth and Jones make matters worse. Frankfurt possess a stronger squad, greater attacking power, and the motivation to end their poor home run. If they avoid individual errors at the back, they should comfortably defeat St. Pauli and climb back into the top half of the table.

Borussia Monchengladbach vs Bayern Munich (25.10.2025, 15:30)

Tip: Bayern Munich to win

Borussia Monchengladbach find themselves at the very bottom of the Bundesliga table, battling not only poor form but also internal instability. Under caretaker coach Eugen Polanski, they are still waiting for their first league win and recently lost 1–3 to Union Berlin. The defense has already conceded 15 goals, despite their xG against suggesting it should be significantly lower – clear evidence of concentration lapses and poor organization. Gladbach have also gone seven home matches without a win, and given their current state, they face an almost impossible task. Bayern, under Vincent Kompany, are in dominant form – they have won all twelve competitive matches this season, the only team in Europe to achieve such a run. Following a 2–1 victory over Dortmund in Der Klassiker and a 4–0 Champions League win over Brugge, confidence in the squad is sky-high. Bayern’s attack has been exceptional – they’ve scored at least three goals in ten of those twelve games, with Kane, Olise, and Díaz forming a deadly trio supported by the creative James. Defensively, they remain solid, keeping three clean sheets in their last five. Despite missing Musiala and Davies, Kompany still has an exceptionally strong lineup. Bayern currently look almost unbeatable, and a struggling Gladbach side should pose little resistance. All signs point to another routine away win for the Bavarian giants.

Hamburger SV vs Wolfsburg (25.10.2025, 15:30)

Tip: Hamburg to win

Hamburger SV have adjusted quickly to the pace of the Bundesliga after their promotion and, under coach Merlin Polzin, look far more confident than expected. After eight rounds they sit in 11th place, showing bold, attacking football at home. Their recent performances against Union Berlin and Leipzig demonstrated that the newcomers are not afraid to play proactively even against stronger sides. Key to their stability is the midfield duo of Lokonga and Remberg, providing structure and fluency. Wolfsburg, on the other hand, are in deep crisis. Under Paul Simonis, they’ve failed to find an effective system and have gone six league games without a win since the opening-day victory. Their defense looks uncertain and their attack lacks cutting edge – they’ve failed to score in four of their last five matches. Injuries, particularly at full-back and in midfield, further limit their options. Christian Eriksen tries to dictate play, but he’s often isolated without support from the flanks. Hamburg thrive on home support at the Volksparkstadion, winning their last two home league games while conceding just once. The team rely on collective discipline and quick transitions from defense to attack. Considering the contrasting form and confidence levels, the hosts have the upper hand. Wolfsburg may threaten on the counter, but their lack of belief and attacking cohesion is too evident.

Hoffenheim vs Heidenheim (25.10.2025, 15:30)

Tip: 1X (Hoffenheim to win or draw)

Hoffenheim ended their winless streak last weekend with a convincing 3–0 victory away to St. Pauli – a result that should provide a significant morale boost. Christian Ilzer’s team finally produced a disciplined and compact display, combining solid defense with sharp counterattacks, breaking an eleven-game run without a clean sheet. Now they’ll be looking to build on that confidence and end a run of five consecutive home defeats that turned the PreZero Arena into a surprisingly weak venue. Heidenheim, after a 2–2 draw with Bremen, showed fighting spirit but remain completely toothless away from home – three losses out of three and only one goal scored tell the story. Frank Schmidt will also be without forward Kaufmann, further limiting their offensive options, which have lately relied more on individual moments than structured play. The stats suggest Hoffenheim have more quality up front and better control of the tempo, but Heidenheim have managed to stay competitive in recent meetings, with most of them ending in draws. The visitors often benefit from late equalizers and their organized midfield can frustrate opponents. Based on current form and psychological advantage, Hoffenheim should be closer to three points, though a draw remains a realistic outcome.

Borussia Dortmund vs FC Koln (25.10.2025, 18:30)

Tip: Dortmund to win

Borussia Dortmund are eager to bounce back quickly after their 1–2 defeat to Bayern in Der Klassiker. The gap to the top is already seven points, putting pressure on Niko Kovač’s defense. Offensively, Dortmund remain strong – they have scored at least three goals in five competitive matches this season – but their defensive shape has faltered recently, conceding five times in the last three games and failing to keep a clean sheet in four straight. Still, Signal Iduna Park remains a fortress, where Dortmund are unbeaten in nine competitive home matches, often dominating opponents with tempo and creativity. Cologne, under Lukas Kwasniok, have been one of the pleasant surprises of the season, but recent weeks have shown warning signs. They’ve won only one of their last five Bundesliga games and have major issues converting chances – scoring just once in four consecutive matches. Their defense has leaked nine goals and will likely struggle against Dortmund’s offensive power. Cologne have managed some decent away results but still falter against top sides. Dortmund will rely on Brandt’s creativity, Adeyemi’s pace, and Guirassy’s goal-scoring instinct, with the striker regaining form after injury. Midfielder Nmecha has also been in excellent form, scoring twice in the Champions League against Copenhagen. Cologne, however, are missing key defenders Kilian and Van den Berg, which could prove decisive against such an attacking opponent. Signal Iduna Park remains one of the toughest venues in Germany, and given the teams’ current form, Dortmund should control the match, while Cologne may threaten only sporadically on the counter.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Freiburg (26.10.2025, 15:30)

Tip: 1X (Leverkusen to win or draw)

Bayer Leverkusen will look to bounce back quickly after their heavy 2–7 loss to PSG in the Champions League. Despite that setback, Kasper Hjulmand’s side have been in good domestic form – winning their last three Bundesliga matches and scoring eight goals. Under the new coach, Leverkusen play bold, attacking football based on movement and fast transitions, though defense remains their Achilles’ heel. They’ve kept just one clean sheet in seven league matches, and their open style often leads to goal-fests. Hjulmand faces selection issues too – Palacios, Tella, Tillman, Schick, and Quansah remain sidelined, while Maza pushes for a starting role and Terrier returns after missing the European fixture. Leverkusen are among the most prolific home teams in Germany, and the BayArena often hosts entertaining, high-scoring games. Freiburg, under Julian Schuster, have been consistent if not spectacular – unbeaten in five across competitions, though most ended in draws. They rely on defensive organization, quick transitions, and the clinical finishing of Vincenzo Grifo, who scored against both Frankfurt and Utrecht. Away from home, however, Freiburg tend to struggle, losing focus against stronger opposition. Leverkusen will seek an energetic response after their Paris defeat, but Freiburg are experienced enough to exploit defensive errors. The hosts should dictate the tempo, yet the visitors might capitalize on counterattacks and set pieces.

Stuttgart vs Mainz (26.10.2025, 17:30)

Tip: 1X (Stuttgart to win or draw)

Stuttgart are in excellent league form, with four consecutive wins lifting them into the Bundesliga’s top three. Sebastian Hoeneß’s side, however, face a tough schedule and a long injury list – Rouault, Stergiou, Vagnoman, Raimund, Nartey, and Zagadou are all out, while top scorer Guirassy has departed for Dortmund. Fatigue also showed in Europe, as Stuttgart lost 0–1 to Fenerbahce in a lackluster display. Still, they remain dangerous thanks to their aggressive pressing and solid tactical structure. Mainz, after last season’s success, have been struggling but showed some improvement with a draw against Union Berlin. The team are focusing on tightening their defense and using quick transitions, with defender Maxim Leitsch the only absentee. Given Stuttgart’s fatigue and the fact that these two sides will soon meet again in the DFB-Pokal, this is likely to be a cautious match with few chances. Stuttgart are favorites, but Mainz have enough resilience to stay competitive, making 1X the most sensible choice.

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