Hamburg vs Bayern Munich: can Hamburg stop Bayern Munich?
In the match of the 20th round of the German Bundesliga, we are set for a clash between Hamburg and Bayern Munich. The game will take place on Saturday, 31 January, kick off at 18:30 CET, and I propose a betting option for this encounter.
Hamburg vs Bayern Munich: match facts and H2H
- Hamburg have failed to win in five consecutive matches: three draws and two defeats.
- In their last two matches, Hamburg have failed to score.
- Bayern have lost only one match in the Bundesliga this season.
- In every match this season, Bayern Munich have scored at least one goal.
- Away from home, Bayern have lost only one match this season.
- Bayern Munich have the best attack in the Bundesliga with 72 goals scored.
- After 19 rounds of the Bundesliga, Bayern have conceded 16 goals, the best defensive record.
- In 77% of matches this season, Bayern Munich have scored in both halves.
- This season, Bayern have won 36% of their matches without conceding.
- In the most recent head-to-head meeting, Bayern Munich thrashed Hamburg 5–0.
Hamburg vs Bayern Munich: match preview
Hamburg have returned to the Bundesliga and are currently trying to secure their place in Germany’s top division. After 18 rounds, the team have collected 18 points and currently sit 14th in the table. Hamburg are three points clear of the relegation zone and still have a game in hand, which gives them a chance to extend their cushion by a few more points. In their previous two matches, the team played out draws, while they have failed to win in five consecutive games.
Bayern Munich sit top of the Bundesliga table. The team hold an eight-point advantage over second place. In their previous match, they lost to Augsburg 1–2, which was the first defeat for the Munich side in the Bundesliga. Despite this setback, their lead over second place remains comfortable, meaning Bayern remain the main favourites of the season and now have a chance to respond to the previous defeat and return to winning ways.
Probable line-ups
- Hamburg: Fernandes; Capaldo, Vuskovic, Torunarigha; Jatta, Lokonga, Remberg, Muheim; Vieira, Konigsdorffer, Downs
- Bayern Munich: Neuer; Bischof, Upamecano, Kim, Ito; Kimmich, Goretzka; Olise, Karl, Diaz; Kane
Prediction
Bayern Munich are the favourites in this match, and I believe they can secure a victory. They have plenty of motivation, and I suggest a bet on Bayern’s individual total over 2.5.
