Heidenheim - Augsburg predictions

The visitors are well aware of the challenge ahead of them. To defeat Heidenheim on their home field would be a significant achievement, and it is never an easy undertaking.

Augsburg are regarded as favourites, but that doesn’t mean they can relax. With an almost negligible difference in the perceived strength of these two teams, sub-standard play is a recipe for disaster.

Heidenheim lost their previous Bundesliga game against Hamburger SV , but they did so as clear underdogs. They played as visitors against considerably stronger opposition, who secured an early lead which lead into a narrow 2:1 loss for Heidenheim.

We last saw Augsburg play against Mainz 05, which was an unfavourable matchup despite the home-field advantage. Records show that they were already behind at halftime, and the goal difference only increased to $RESULT as the game went on.

The biggest issue the hosts have is a lacklustre backline. They’re currently on a bit of a trend of conceding a lot of goals – over 5 across their 3 previous matches, to be exact.

It’s easy to spot a certain trend when looking over Augsburg’s recent history – and not in a good way. Their latest appearances were marked by a high concession rate. For example, their previous 3 matches featured more than 5 conceded goals.

Though most bookmakers give the visitors a better shot at winning, things didn’t go their way the last time these teams met in the Bundesliga. In fact, Heidenheim snatched a decisive victory last season despite being underdogs.

No suspensions or injuries means both teams will have their full lineups available for a highly anticipated matchup.

We can say with no small amount of confidence that this match will confirm the Over 2.5 Goals market. Both teams fit the bill for such a wager perfectly, so this is a very safe bet, offered at the odds of 1.84 at Pncl.