When: 18:30
Where: Germany, 2nd Bundesliga

Schalke 04
Schalke 04 from Gelsenkirchen currently ranks 5th in the table with 12 points. The record of four wins and two losses with 7:4 goals indicates a team that can fight for results, but often plays in a very pragmatic and unspectacular manner. The team prefers a compact defensive formation with quick counterattacks but shows weaknesses in creative and versatile offensive play. Especially against stronger opponents, Schalke is vulnerable and often struggles with tight defenses.

Greuther Fürth
Greuther Fürth sits in 10th place with 9 points and shows a very offensive but defensively vulnerable style of play. The team scores frequently but also concedes many goals (13:15 goals in six games). The team relies on a bold playing style with aggressive pressing and fast transitions, which, however, leads to many open situations. Without the suspended key player in defense, the backline has become even more vulnerable.

Injuries
Schalke misses Tomas Kalas (knee) and Aris Bayindir (thigh), which affects the defense. For Greuther Fürth, Noah Koenig (suspended), N. Koerber (shoulder), and Maximilian Dietz (muscle injury) are out, with Koenig’s suspension significantly weakening the already fragile defense.

Head-to-Head
The recent encounters between Schalke 04 and Greuther Fürth were highly exciting and high-scoring: 3:3, 3:4, 2:0, and 2:2. In all these games, many goals were scored, indicating an open duel in which defenses often come under pressure.

Match Forecast
Although Schalke enters the game as the favorite and has a somewhat more solid defensive structure, many goals are expected. Greuther Fürth will not sit back but actively play forward and quickly strike, which will create chances, especially against the weakened Fürth defense. The recent statistics and the historically high-scoring meetings confirm an open exchange with multiple goals on both sides.
We therefore expect less of a tight, low-scoring game and more of a match with several goals, though probably not extremely high. The bet "Under 3.5 goals" with odds of 1.48 offers a strategically sound prediction as it limits risk while taking into account the characteristic playing style of both teams.

My tip: Under 3.5 goals (1.48)

When: 20:30
Where: Bundesliga Germany

Bayern Munich
Bayern Munich presents itself at the start of the season as a dominating force in the Bundesliga. With 12 points from 4 games and an impressive goal difference of 18:3, they underline their exceptional status. In recent matches, they demonstrated their offensive power and playing superiority, whether through quick wing attacks or precise combinations in the penalty area. Despite some injuries to key players, the squad can compensate for its quality and goal threat, making the team one of the strongest attacking units in the league.

Werder Bremen
Werder Bremen is currently fighting for stability and is located in the lower third of the table with only 4 points from 4 games. The defense appears vulnerable, reflected in a goal tally of only 8 goals scored against 10 conceded. Their form is inconsistent, with highlights like the 4:0 victory against Borussia Mönchengladbach, but also clear defeats. Offensively, Werder is known for counterattacks, but struggles against stronger opponents, especially away from home, which poses a significant challenge in this match.

Injuries
Bayern is missing several key players such as Alphonso Davies (cruciate ligament injury), Jamal Musiala (broken fibula), and Min-jae Kim (calf injury), but the depth of the squad continues to allow strong performances. Werder has an even larger number of injured players, including important defenders and midfielders, which greatly weakens the team and causes additional problems.

Head-to-Head Encounters
In recent direct encounters, Bayern clearly dominated with big wins like 5:0 and 4:0. Only one match was surprisingly lost narrowly by Bayern at home against Werder (0:1), which remains an exception. Overall, history clearly speaks to Bayern Munich's superiority, which will likely manifest in this game as well.

Prediction for the Match
Bayern Munich exerts enormous offensive pressure and scores on average over 4 goals per game. Werder Bremen has major defensive weaknesses, which Munich is highly likely to exploit. Historical results and current form trends suggest a high-scoring match with many goals. Due to Bayern's playing strength and Werder's injury situation, we recommend the bet "Over 3.5 goals" with an attractive odds of 1.40, as a game with at least 4 goals is very likely.

My Tip: Over 3.5 goals (1.40)

When: 20:45
Where: France. Ligue 1

Strasbourg
Strasbourg has made a strong start to the season with 12 points from 5 games and currently sits in 4th place. The team shows remarkable form with 4 wins, no home losses, and an overall aggressive, intense playing style in the 4-3-3 system. They rely on high pressing, fast wing plays, and a compact defense, but have occasional weaknesses against quick counterattacks. Their effectiveness in front of goal is confirmed by the accurate xG ratio.

Marseille
Marseille is in 6th place with 9 points and has shown inconsistent form since the start of the season with 3 wins and 2 losses. The team depends on a flexible tactic between 4-2-3-1 and 4-3-3, but is sometimes too harmless offensively and defensively vulnerable against fast attacks. Their good xG record shows potential, but the current lack of stability reflects uncertainties, especially in defense.

Injuries
Strasbourg must do without the long-term injured Saïdou Sow (cruciate ligament tear), Maxi Oyedele (muscle injury), Abakar Sylla (bruise), and Sebastian Nanasi (shoulder injury), which mainly weakens the defense and central midfield. Marseille has only one injured player, Hamed Traoré, with a less severe injury, which provides them with more stability.

Head-to-head matchups
In the last five direct encounters, Marseille has not won against Strasbourg even once. There were three draws and a clear home win for Strasbourg. Particularly away from home, Marseille struggles against the experienced and currently better-prepared Strasbourg team, which holds a psychological advantage on their own ground.

Match prediction
The game promises to be an intense tactical battle. Strasbourg appears as the more stable and cohesive team at home and will play aggressively going forward. Marseille has offensive power capable of scoring, but their defense is vulnerable to counterattacks and pressure. The data and gameplay strongly suggest that both teams will score at least one goal. The odds of 1.55 on “Both teams to score: Yes” are therefore very attractive and recommended.

My tip: Both teams to score: Yes (1.55)

When: 20:00
Where: France. Ligue 2

Troyes
Troyes is showing character this season and especially good results. They currently hold 3rd place in the table with 13 points and a goal difference of 11:5. The team appears well organized and stable, which is confirmed by recent matches. Especially at home, Troyes applies pressure and controls the game, as seen in the wins against Guingamp and Nancy. Defensively, they are solid, although occasional gaps occur during opponents’ quick attacks. Their style combines active pressing with fast, targeted attacks through the wings and the center.

Annecy
Annecy is considered unpredictable, with a mixed record and 8th place in the table with 8 points. They attempt to play fast football but often have problems defensively against more aggressive opponents. Their matches show significant fluctuations in performance, especially away games lack consistency and incisiveness. The team struggles with creativity and finishing, which often leads to too few dangerous scoring chances.

Injuries
Troyes is missing the important player Renaud Ripart due to an ACL tear until January, which weakens their offense. Annecy has to do without François Lajugie on short notice because of a hip bruise, but this is less critical.

Head-to-head
There are no recent data on direct encounters between Troyes and Annecy, so the focus is placed on current form and playing strength.

Match prediction
Troyes presents themselves at home as a very dominant and stable team with structured play and good defense, making them clear favorites. Annecy is often inconsistent away and has defensive weaknesses that Troyes will exploit. Despite Ripart’s injury, Troyes’ quality and home advantage clearly prevail. The 1.68 odds on a Troyes win therefore offer an excellent opportunity for a safe bet. It is unlikely that Annecy can defy this well-organized opponent.

My tip: Troyes win (1.68)

When: 20:00
Where: France. Ligue 2

Rodez
Rodez currently holds 7th place in the table with 11 points and so far shows pronounced inconsistency. Three wins, two draws, and two losses indicate fluctuating performances. With only 6 goals scored and 8 conceded, weaknesses are apparent in both offense and defense. Particularly noticeable are defensive problems during fast counterattacks by opponents as well as ineffective attacking play. Despite individual wins, such as the 3-2 away victory against Bastia, the team lacks the consistency and striking power required to convince over the long term.

Pau FC
Pau FC presents itself significantly more stable and currently ranks 3rd with 14 points. With a record of four wins, two draws, and only one loss, the team shows solid form. With 11 goals scored against 6 conceded, Pau FC demonstrates an efficient offense and a relatively reliable defense. Their play is based on quick transitions and active use of the wings, which is reflected in clear away wins. However, losses against well-organized opponents reveal defensive deficits, especially due to lack of compactness.

Injuries
Rodez is missing Alexis Trouillet due to an ankle injury. This absence somewhat affects the team, but no other key injuries are known. Pau FC is injury-free, which is a great advantage especially for the depth and stability of their squad.

Head-to-Head Encounters
The previous duels between Rodez and Pau FC have mostly been high-scoring and varied. Results such as 2-4 and 1-4 from Rodez’s perspective indicate an open match with a lot of attacking drive but also defensive gaps – a pattern that will very likely repeat itself in this encounter. Both teams tend to leave space at the back and often find ways to score offensively.

Match Prediction
Due to the defensive insecurities of both teams and the previous match developments, we expect goals on both sides; however, the total number of goals in these encounters usually won’t be extremely high. Rodez rarely scores many goals and Pau FC also shows occasional defensive weaknesses. The games are mostly contested and feature a moderate goal tally. Therefore, a result with under 3.5 goals is likely. The betting tip "Under 3.5 goals" at odds of 1.30 offers a balanced risk-reward ratio, as extreme goal-fests are less to be expected.

My Tip: Under 3.5 goals (1.30)

When: 20:30
Where: Italy. Serie B

Catanzaro
Catanzaro is currently in 14th place in the standings and has shown a remarkable run of 4 draws without defeat in previous matches. The team presents itself as defensively stable but shows offensive difficulties, especially in the final pass and finishing. The defense is vulnerable to quick counterattacks, while the attacking play often lacks punch. Tactically, the team usually relies on a 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on compactness in midfield and quick vertical transitions. The home game could offer a slight advantage, but overall the draws with low goal outcomes have dominated so far.

Juve Stabia
Juve Stabia currently sits in 7th place with 6 points from 4 games. The team has already secured a win and demonstrates controlled play via a 4-3-3 formation focusing on ball possession and wing runs. Despite an impressive 3:1 victory against Spezia, their offensive penetration is inconsistent and clear chances sometimes lack. Defensively, the team is solid but has weaknesses in transition play against fast opponents. In away matches, Juve Stabia shows mixed performances but generally remains dangerous and well organized.

Injuries
Catanzaro is missing Marco Pompetti due to a calf injury, whose impact is considered rather minor. Juve Stabia has to do without Thomas Battistella because of a knee injury, which should not seriously affect the playing system.

Head-to-Head
Current and meaningful data on direct encounters between Catanzaro and Juve Stabia are not available. Previous meetings date back a long time and do not reflect the current form of both teams, so they should be disregarded in analysis.

Match Prediction
The clash of two rather defensively oriented and goal-shy teams from the Italian Serie B promises a game with limited goals and a balanced course of play. Catanzaro proves to be a true master of draws, while Juve Stabia scores with controlled ball possession but also does not shine with offensive power. Both teams will likely avoid taking too big risks, and a tactical battle focused on safety over risk is expected. Therefore, the bet on a Double Chance for Catanzaro appears to be a smart and solid choice, especially since the home advantage and the unbeaten run so far increase confidence in a point or victory. The odds of 1.43 make this bet an attractive option in the betting market.

My tip: Double Chance Catanzaro (1.43)

When: 21:00
Where: Spain. Primera Division

Girona
Girona is currently in a deep crisis and occupies the last place in the table with only 2 points from 6 games. The team has achieved 0 wins, 2 draws, and 4 losses, with a worrying record of 3 goals scored and 16 conceded. The defense is extremely vulnerable, as the 0-4 loss against Levante or the 0-2 defeat against Sevilla clearly show. Tactically, Girona seems to play in a 4-3-3 formation but often acts without clear structure and shows neither aggressive pressing nor effective offensive actions. Key players like goalkeeper Juan Carlos and forward Viktor Tsygankov are out due to injury, which worsens the situation. The expected goals (xG) are far above the actual goals scored, indicating problems in chance conversion.

Espanyol
Espanyol presents themselves as a stable and successful opponent and currently stand in 3rd place with 11 points from 6 games (3 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss). The team effectively combines a compact defense with fast and purposeful wing attacks. The record of 10 goals scored and 9 conceded as well as an xG value close to the actual scoring run underlines efficiency in offense and defense. Espanyol has no absences, making the squad fully available. Tactically, they vary between 4-4-2 and 4-2-3-1, focusing on quick transitions and ball security. Recent results, including a 2-2 draw against Valencia and wins against Mallorca and Osasuna, confirm their good form.

Injuries
Girona is missing two key players: Juan Carlos (knee injury, goalkeeper) and Viktor Tsygankov (leg injury, forward). Espanyol, on the other hand, fields a full-strength squad without injuries or suspensions.

Head-to-Head
In recent encounters, many matches between Girona and Espanyol ended in draws, especially at Espanyol’s home. Nevertheless, Girona was able to clearly win two home games against Espanyol recently (4-1 and 2-1). However, these results no longer reflect the current level of performance as Girona has significantly declined while Espanyol has gained consistency.

Match Prediction
Given Girona’s deep crisis, defensive weaknesses, and offensive deficiencies, combined with Espanyol’s strong and stable form, Espanyol clearly holds the favorite role. Espanyol’s almost complete absence of injuries further supports these prospects. Since both teams are threatening to score, and Girona, although utilizing few chances, also concedes goals, it is likely that both teams will score at least once in this game. Espanyol’s consistency and offensive potential meet a desperate Girona, which despite all problems should at least score one goal thanks to home advantage. Therefore, the bet on "Both teams to score: Yes" with odds of 1.65 is highly recommended and offers an attractive and realistic opportunity to profit from this match.

My Tip: Both teams to score: Yes (1.65)