Freiburg vs. Hamburg: German Cup Round of 16 Preview

Key Matchup

Freiburg and Hamburg will face off in the Round of 16 of the German Cup on Tuesday, January 31st. Freiburg, currently 6th in the Bundesliga, will be looking to continue their impressive form in the cup, while Hamburg, currently 18th in the 2. Bundesliga, will be hoping to cause an upset.

Freiburg Form and Team News

Freiburg have been in excellent form this season, winning six of their last seven games in all competitions. They have also been strong at home, winning four of their last five matches at the Europa-Park Stadion.

Freiburg will be without suspended defender Kiliann Sildillia for the match against Hamburg. However, they will be boosted by the return of midfielder Nicolas Hofler from injury.

Hamburg Form and Team News

Hamburg have been in poor form this season, winning just two of their last 10 games in all competitions. They have also been struggling on the road, losing four of their last five away matches.

Hamburg will be without injured defenders Mario Vuskovic and Sebastian Schonlau for the match against Freiburg. They will also be without suspended midfielder Ludovit Reis.

Prediction

Freiburg will be the clear favorites to win this match. They are in much better form than Hamburg and have a stronger squad. However, Hamburg have a good record in the German Cup and will be hoping to cause an upset.

Prediction: Freiburg 2-1 Hamburg