Final score: SC Freiburg 5–0 Borussia Mönchengladbach
Match preview
The Bundesliga returns on September 12th, 2026, with SC Freiburg hosting Borussia Mönchengladbach in what promises to be a fascinating encounter. Freiburg, currently sitting on 12 wins, 8 draws, and 12 losses, come into this fixture with mixed recent form, having secured two wins, one draw, and two defeats in their last five outings. Their home advantage is significant, reflected in a 50% win probability against Gladbach, who have struggled this season.
Borussia Mönchengladbach find themselves further down the table with 8 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses. Their form has been particularly concerning, with only one win in their last five matches, accompanied by three draws and one loss. Goalscoring has been an issue for Gladbach, netting only 37 goals compared to Freiburg's 45. The head-to-head record heavily favors Freiburg, who have dominated recent meetings with four wins and one draw in the last five clashes, including a commanding 3-0 victory last time out. Watch for Freiburg's attacking intent against a potentially vulnerable Gladbach defense as they look to capitalize on their strong historical performance in this fixture.
1. M. Backhaus, 29. P. Treu, 28. M. Ginter, 3. P. Lienhart, 33. J. Makengo, 8. M. Eggestein, 16. Y. Engelhardt, 19. J. Beste, 14. Y. Suzuki, 7. D. Scherhant, 31. I. Matanovic
1. M. Nicolas, 29. J. Scally, 6. K. Itakura, 4. K. Diks, 26. L. Ullrich, 16. P. Sander, 34. M. Nguefack, 9. F. Honorat, 38. H. Bolin, 36. W. Mohya, 11. T. Kleindienst
Match events
13' Card Yellow Card — Tim Kleindienst (Borussia Mönchengladbach)
14' Card Yellow Card — Kevin Diks (Borussia Mönchengladbach)
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