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SpVgg Greuther Fürth vs. FC Augsburg
This weekend, after an exciting first half of the season, the last matchday of the year will take place in the German Bundesliga. There, among others, Spielvereinigung Greuther Fürth will receive FC Augsburg. This means that there will even be a small Bavarian derby at the end of the year. Presumably, both parties will not call this game as such, nevertheless, it can be seen that way. Both teams have experienced a small upswing in the last week, which should have given them some self-confidence. For both, it is also an opportunity to take an important step in the relegation battle. Our Fürth – Augsburg betting tips will tell you everything you need to know about this Bavarian clash. We offer you a well-founded forecast as well as three betting recommendations.
The past week went relatively well for Fürth. In Sunday’s match against Union Berlin, the Franconians were able to celebrate their long-awaited first home win in the Bundesliga. On top of that, they put in a rock-solid performance on Wednesday in the guest game at BVB. Things went similarly well at FCA. While they only managed one point against Leipzig during the week, they even managed three points in Cologne last Friday. This result is quite respectable.
Fürth – Augsburg Info
– Date & Time: 18.12.2021, at 15:30 hrs.
– Venue: Sportpark Ronhof, Fürth
– Competition: Bundesliga, Matchday 17
– TV broadcast: Sky
Fürth Form & Balance Check
Fürth have finally done it. Finally, the first home win in the Bundesliga could be celebrated. Last weekend, the Franconians managed to defeat somewhat weakened Union in their home stadium. The joy in Franconia had no bounds. You could also feel this euphoria in Wednesday night’s match at BVB. The Fürthers showed a very solid performance at the Bayernjäger. Although it was not enough to win a point, the game was still very convincing. The freshly won euphoria in Franconia will probably last a little longer. Another win or at least a point against Augsburg, who are also in danger of relegation, would of course make Fürth’s heart beat even faster.
Desolate defence
The fact that Fürth are not fit for the Bundesliga has already been heard from a number of experts this season. This unsuitability is also very clear in the goal ratio. With 13 goals of their own, they have the second weakest offence in the league, but the defensive situation is quite different. There, the word “unfit for the Bundesliga” is almost not enough. With 49 goals conceded from the 16 match days so far, they have by far the worst defence. According to media reports, the Spielvereinigung are working on a solution, as they are reportedly flirting with the German goalkeeper Loris Karius. He would certainly help them a bit.
Fürth facts & analysis
Fürth are bottom of the table.
– Most recently celebrated first home win in Bundesliga
– Also showed good performance against BVB
– Bottomless defence
– Loris Karius possible new goalkeeper
Augsburg form & balance check
Augsburg are experiencing a real run of form right now. Many will be annoyed that this only starts so shortly before the winter break. If you exclude the draw at Hertha and the defeat against Bochum, where FCA had to do without both centre-backs, then there are seven points on the board in the last three games. It becomes even more impressive when it is mentioned that the Fuggerstädter have won against Bayern and Cologne. Add to that the equally strong draw against RB. If we didn’t know better, FCA could almost be seen as Champions League aspirants. But we want to leave things in the village for now. The reality in Augsburg is quite different. The relegation battle is the order of the day there. Although the Swabians are now only three points behind Wolfsburg in eleventh place, they are currently in the relegation zone.
The young hopeful
Without question, Reece Oxford is currently the shooting star at FCA. This attention is also completely justified. The Englishman is playing a stellar season and has played a major role in the recent success. Nevertheless, there is another top performer who almost goes under the radar. We are talking about Niklas Dorsch. The German has found his feet in the Bundesliga after slight initial difficulties and shows this with phenomenal performances. He is the pacesetter, the string-puller, the midfield maestro of Augsburg. We can look forward to seeing what he is still capable of. Dorschi, as he is called by his teammates, still has a bright future in German football.
Augsburg facts & analysis
– Augsburg in relegation battle
– Very strong performances recently
– Oxford & Dorsch the discoveries of the season
Predicted line-up – last update on 16 December 2021
There will probably be some rotations at FCA again. Captain Gouweleeuw will probably be fit again for the game in Fürth. In addition, Caligiuri and Maier will then come into the starting eleven for Framberger and Moravek. This game is a very important one for FCA in the relegation battle, so Weinzierl will not do things by halves. For Fürth, the leading players Hrgota and Nielsen will come back into the first eleven. In addition, Burchert will deputise for Funk, who remains injured.
Fürth – Augsburg direct comparison & Statistics
Fürth have only managed to pick up one win this season. In contrast, FCA is currently picking up a point even against Leipzig. Furthermore, the Franconians have never been able to win against Augsburg in the Bundesliga. The highest of the feelings was a 1:1 at home. On top of that, Fürth do not look good against FCA in all competitions either. The last win for the cloverleaves was in 2009.
– Fürth last in the league
– Augsburg in top form
– Fürth have never won against FCA in the Bundesliga
– Last win for Fürth against FCA in all competitions was in 2009
