After the international break, Bundesliga action resumes with Matchday 3, and fans are eagerly anticipating the matchups that lie ahead. The early stages of the season have already set a thrilling tone, filled with unexpected performances and emerging talents. Below, we dive into the predicted lineups for each match, offering a glimpse into what fans can expect when their favorite teams hit the pitch.
Bayer Leverkusen vs. Eintracht Frankfurt (Friday, 12 September, 20:30 CET)
Bayer Leverkusen has made a strong start this season, with a dynamic attacking trio of Florian Wirtz, Victor Osimhen, and Moussa Diaby. Their solid midfield, led by Charles Aránguiz, will be pivotal in controlling the game. The expected lineup might look like this:
- Goalkeeper: Lukáš Hrádecký
- Defenders: Gonzalo Castro, Jonathan Tah, Mitchel Bakker, Jeremie Frimpong
- Midfielders: Charles Aránguiz, Nadiem Amiri, Robert Andrich
- Forwards: Florian Wirtz, Victor Osimhen, Moussa Diaby
Eintracht Frankfurt will look to bounce back after a challenging start, relying on Andréj Kramarić and the experience of Kevin Trapp in goal. Their predicted formation may include:
- Goalkeeper: Kevin Trapp
- Defenders: Evan N’Dicka, Martin Hinteregger, Almamy Touré
- Midfielders: Daichi Kamada, Sebastian Rode, Kristijan Jakić
- Forwards: Jesper Lindstrøm, Randal Kolo Muani, Andréj Kramarić
Freiburg vs. Stuttgart (Saturday, 13 September, 15:30 CET)
In this Baden-Württemberg derby, Freiburg’s rock-solid defense, highlighted by Philipp Lienhart, will be crucial against Stuttgart’s attacking prowess.
- Goalkeeper: Mark Flekken
- Defenders: Christian Günter, Philipp Lienhart, Nico Schlotterbeck
- Midfielders: Vincenzo Grifo, Nicolas Höfler, Baptiste Santamaria
- Forwards: Roland Sallai, Vincenzo Grifo, Ermedin Demirović
Stuttgart will lean on their young talents and veteran players like Sasa Kalajdzic to steer them to victory. Their lineup could resemble:
- Goalkeeper: Florian Müller
- Defenders: Borna Sosa, Waldemar Anton, Hiroki Ito
- Midfielders: Wataru Endo, Mateo Klimowicz, Atakan Karazor
- Forwards: Silas Wamangituka, Sasa Kalajdzic, Tiago Tomás
1. FC Heidenheim vs. Borussia Dortmund
Heidenheim will face a testing match against a strong Borussia Dortmund side. They will rely heavily on a compact formation, featuring:
- Goalkeeper: Kevin Müller
- Defenders: Jannick Dehm, Denis Thomalla, Norman Theuerkauf
- Midfielders: Mario Mihai, Tim Kleindienst, Jonas Rauscher
- Forwards: Tobias Kracht, Sargis Adamyan, Kevin Kraus
Dortmund, always a contender for the title, boasts an explosive front line with goals in them:
- Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel
- Defenders: Raphael Guerreiro, Mats Hummels, Manuel Akanji
- Midfielders: Jude Bellingham, Axel Witsel, Giovanni Reyna
- Forwards: Marco Reus, Erling Haaland, Thorgan Hazard
Mainz vs. RB Leipzig
Mainz will aim to capitalize on home advantage against a highly motivated RB Leipzig side. Their core players like Edmilson Fernandes will be crucial.
- Goalkeeper: Robin Zentner
- Defenders: Anthony Ujah, Stefan Bell, Moussa Niakhaté
- Midfielders: Leandro Barreiro, Daniel Brosinski, Jean-Paul Boëtius
- Forwards: Jonathan Burkardt, Karim Onisiwo, Adam Szalai
RB Leipzig comes into this match eager to assert their presence in the league. Expected lineup could include:
- Goalkeeper: Peter Gulacsi
- Defenders: Lukas Klostermann, Willi Orban, Josko Gvardiol
- Midfielders: Kevin Kampl, Christopher Nkunku, Dani Olmo
- Forwards: Andrej Kramarić, Timo Werner, Emil Forsberg
1. FC Union Berlin vs. Hoffenheim
In a matchup where both teams have shown strength, Union Berlin will aim for a disciplined performance:
- Goalkeeper: Andreas Luthe
- Defenders: Christopher Trimmel, Robin Knoche, Marvin Friedrich
- Midfielders: Rani Khedira, Grischa Prömel, Julian Ryerson
- Forwards: Max Kruse, Taiwo Awoniyi, Sheraldo Becker
Hoffenheim will seek to impose their attacking style, with players like Andrej Kramarić leading the charge:
- Goalkeeper: Oliver Baumann
- Defenders: Kevin Akpoguma, Benjamin Hübner, Florian Grillitsch
- Midfielders: Sebastian Rudy, Christoph Baumgartner, Dennis Geiger
- Forwards: Andréj Kramarić, Ihlas Bebou, Mo Sané
VfL Wolfsburg vs. 1. FC Köln
Wolfsburg aims to leverage their robust defense against a Köln side known for their set-pieces:
- Goalkeeper: Koen Casteels
- Defenders: Kevin Mbabu, John Brooks, Maxence Lacroix
- Midfielders: Josuha Guilavogui, Maximilian Arnold, Felix Nmecha
- Forwards: Wout Weghorst, Maximilian Philipp, Admir Mehmedi
Köln will have to be at their best to break down Wolfsburg’s defense. Their projected lineup could include:
- Goalkeeper: Timo Horn
- Defenders: Kingsley Ehizibue, Timo Hübers, Mark Uth
- Midfielders: Salih Özcan, Ellyes Skhiri, Ondrej Duda
- Forwards: Anthony Modeste, Florian Wirtz, Jhon Cordoba
FC Bayern vs. HSV
In a match that highlights Bayern’s dominance, they face an HSV team looking to upset the odds:
- Goalkeeper: Manuel Neuer
- Defenders: Benjamin Pavard, Lucas Hernandez, Niklas Sule
- Midfielders: Joshua Kimmich, Leon Goretzka, Jamal Musiala
- Forwards: Thomas Müller, Robert Lewandowski, Leroy Sané
For Hamburg, they will aim to put up a solid fight with a lineup that includes:
- Goalkeeper: Sven Ulreich
- Defenders: Jairo Samperio, Sebastian Schonlau, Toni Leistner
- Midfielders: Aaron Hunt, Sonny Kittel, David Kinsombi
- Forwards: Simon Terodde, Bakery Jatta, Robert Glatzel
St. Pauli vs. Augsburg (Sunday, 14 September, 15:30 CET)
St. Pauli has shown resilience and will need to draw on that spirit in this matchup:
- Goalkeeper: Nikola Vujadinovic
- Defenders: Philipp Ziereis, Daniel Buballa, Adam Dzwigala
- Midfielders: Jackson Irvine, Leart Paqarada, Waldemar Anton
- Forwards: Guido Burgstaller, Daniel-Kofi Kyereh, Finn Becker
Augsburg will similarly rely on their team spirit and depth in a battle for points:
- Goalkeeper: Rafal Gikiewicz
- Defenders: Felix Uduokhai, Reece Oxford, Jeffrey Gouweleeuw
- Midfielders: Daniel Caligiuri, Rani Khazia, Fredrik Jensen
- Forwards: Andi Zeqiri, Andrej Kramarić, Michael Gregoritsch
Borussia Mönchengladbach vs. Werder Bremen (Sunday, 14 September, 17:30 CET)
Gladbach hopes to build off a strong roster, including players like Marcus Thuram:
- Goalkeeper: Yann Sommer
- Defenders: Matthias Ginter, Nico Elvedi, Ramy Bensebaini
- Midfielders: Florian Neuhaus, Denis Zakaria, Jonas Hofmann
- Forwards: Marcus Thuram, Alassane Pléa, Breel Embolo
For Werder Bremen, their blend of youth and experience will be crucial:
- Goalkeeper: Jiri Pavlenka
- Defenders: Marco Friedl, Ömer Toprak, Milos Veljkovic
- Midfielders: Leonardo Bittencourt, Nicolai Rapp, Christian Groß
- Forwards: Niclas Füllkrug, Marvin Ducksch, Ömer Toprak
In conclusion, Matchday 3 of Bundesliga promises to be an exciting weekend filled with interesting clashes and strategic battles. As the teams look to solidify their positions early in the season, it’s essential to watch how these predicted lineups translate into performance on the pitch. Fans will undoubtedly gather in anticipation as their teams strive for victory in pursuit of the Bundesliga title.
