Key Facts
- Augsburg arrives on a high after their surprising 2-1 win in Leverkusen, giving them a fresh boost of confidence.
- Fabian Rieder is now playing deeper in midfield and scored both goals in Leverkusen; his presence significantly strengthens Augsburg’s transition game.
- Following the 1-3 loss to Leipzig, Frankfurt is dealing with fan protests and mental strain within the club.
- With Nnamdi Collins and Rasmus Kristensen out, Frankfurt is missing two central defenders, further weakening an already vulnerable defense.
- H2H pattern: In the last five meetings, first halves have been low-scoring and Frankfurt has never scored before halftime—the outcome was decided after the break in each case.
- Goals likely at both ends: Augsburg has conceded at least one goal in each of its last five league games; Frankfurt has scored in five consecutive competitive matches despite a slump in form.”“While the betting market favors Frankfurt, Augsburg’s full squad and momentum make a home win—or at least a draw—a realistic possibility.
Augsburg heads into Saturday’s match on the back of an unexpected 2-1 win in Leverkusen, while Frankfurt arrives under very different circumstances following a 1-3 loss to RB Leipzig and the frustration of its own fans. This contrast gives Manuel Baum’s team real momentum against Albert Riera’s struggling visitors. The standings also add spice to the encounter: Augsburg sits in ninth place and can close the gap to three points behind Frankfurt in eighth, while Frankfurt, for its part, is just one point behind Freiburg in the battle for seventh place. Frankfurt won the first leg 1-0 back in December, but current form suggests a much closer contest than that result alone would suggest.
- Venue: WWK Arena, Augsburg
- Date and time: April 25, 2026, 3:30 PM
- Competition: Bundesliga (Matchday 31)
The betting market sees Frankfurt as a slight away favorite, but that seems generous for Augsburg. Fabian Rieder has recently given the home side’s midfield more attacking momentum, yet Augsburg continues to concede goals regularly, which suggests goals for both sides. Frankfurt has scored in five consecutive league matches, but travels without Nnamdi Collins and Rasmus Kristensen.
Augsburg Form & Record Check
Augsburg’s 2-1 win in Leverkusen was more than just a useful result; it felt like confirmation that Baum’s recent adjustments are paying off. Fabian Rieder, now positioned deeper in midfield, scored twice and once again gave the team more punch in transition play.
Recent league form has nevertheless been mixed, with draws against Hoffenheim and Hamburger SV preceding this standout result. Caution is still warranted, however: Augsburg has conceded at least one goal in each of its last five Bundesliga matches, including the home loss to Stuttgart and the game in Dortmund. So the defense is by no means suddenly on solid ground. However, Matsima’s return gives Baum stronger options alongside Gouweleeuw, Zesiger, Arthur Chaves, and Schlotterbeck, and this depth in the squad could be decisive if the game threatens to fall apart.
Augsburg is likely to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation again, though this is, of course, still speculation. Arthur Chaves (34), Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (6), and Cédric Zesiger (16) are expected to form the back three in front of Finn Dahmen, while Marius Wolf (27) and Dimitrios Giannoulis (13) provide width as wingers. Another interesting aspect of this lineup is the deployment of Fabian Rieder (32) slightly deeper in midfield alongside Han-Noah Massengo (4), a role that has recently given Augsburg more control in their build-up play. Further up front, Anton Kade (30) and Alexis Claude-Maurice (20) are expected to play behind Rodrigo Ribeiro (21). There had been fitness concerns surrounding Yannik Keitel, but Baum said everyone is available. Chrislain Matsima is also back in full team training.
Frankfurt Form & Record Check
The 1-3 home loss to RB Leipzig has intensified any doubts about Albert Riera. The result sparked fresh discontent among the fans, and Burkardt publicly questioned the defensive responsibility on the wings. That hit particularly hard because it followed a more stable phase in which the team had managed, among other things, a 2-1 win in Wolfsburg and a draw against 1. FC Köln. There are still reasons why Frankfurt remains dangerous: The Hessians have scored in all five of their most recent league matches, Hugo Larsson found the net against Leipzig, and Zetterer has frequently kept the team in the game. Yet the structure appears fragile, especially with Nnamdi Collins and Rasmus Kristensen missing in defense, while Jean-Mattéo Bahoya and Michy Batshuayi also limit Riera’s options in attack.
Frankfurt is likely to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Albert Riera. Michael Zetterer – 23 should retain his spot in goal, as Kauã Santos and Jens Grahl remain sidelined and Amil Siljevic is likely to stay on the bench. In the back three, Aurèle Amenda – 5, Robin Koch – 4, and Arthur Theate – 3 are set to start, with Robin Koch – 4 likely to act as the central playmaker. The biggest personnel question concerns the right wing, as Rasmus Kristensen and Nnamdi Collins are unavailable. Elias Baum – 2 is the obvious solution there, provided he has recovered from the illness that sidelined him from training earlier this week. Hugo Larsson – 16 and Ellyes Skhiri – 15 should anchor the midfield, with Can Uzun – 42 and Farès Chaïbi – 8 operating behind them to support Jonathan Burkardt – 9.
Augsburg – Frankfurt Head-to-Head & Statistics
This matchup has rarely been one-sided. Frankfurt has won two of the last five encounters, Augsburg one, and the other two ended in draws. The most recent clash in December 2025 ended 1-0 for Frankfurt, while the last match in Augsburg in April 2025 was scoreless. What stands out most is how tight these games start: In all five of the most recent matches, the first half saw fewer than 1.5 goals, and Frankfurt failed to score a single goal before halftime. The decisive moments usually came later, as Frankfurt scored its goal after the break in each of the last three matches.
