{"id":1402121,"date":"2025-09-30T12:48:37","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T11:48:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&#038;p=1402121"},"modified":"2025-09-30T12:48:37","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T11:48:37","slug":"match-preview-bologna-vs-freiburg-02-10-25-europa-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-bologna-vs-freiburg-02-10-25-europa-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Bologna vs Freiburg: predictions, stats, tips &#038; odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Bologna welcome Freiburg to the Stadio Renato Dall&#8217;Ara on Thursday, 2 October, for a European showdown that pits Italian possession against German efficiency. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kick-off brings a fascinating clash of styles: Bologna&#8217;s dominance on the ball will be tested by a Freiburg side thriving on clinical finishing and midfield threats. Both teams are searching for early momentum in the group, but recent numbers suggest a high-stakes chess match rather than a shootout.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-best-bets-amp-predictions\">Best Bets &amp; Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Based on recent attacking trends and finishing efficiency, here are our top betting recommendations for this clash. We&#8217;re most confident in the Over 2.5 Goals market, with both teams showing plenty of attacking intent and defensive vulnerabilities. Value can also be found backing Freiburg to avoid defeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Our Prediction<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Odds &amp; Bookmaker<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Confidence<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Why We&#8217;re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Over 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"\/en\/go\/bet365?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\">Bet365<\/a> <a href=\"\/en\/go\/bet365?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo&amp;bs=182108632-1740958542~1\/1~10&amp;bet=1\">1\/1<\/a><br>(50.0%)<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Both sides average 16+ shots per match, with open midfields and missed big chances.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Freiburg or Draw (Double Chance)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><a href=\"\/en\/go\/betfair?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\">Betfair<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/media.betfair.com\/redirect.aspx?pid=3232205&amp;bid=9810&amp;redirecturl=https:\/\/www.betfair.com\/sport\/home\/?modules=betslip&amp;action=addAffiliateSelections&amp;bssId=199545&amp;bsmId=924.482109823\">19\/20<\/a><br>(51.3%)<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Freiburg&#8217;s midfielders are in scoring form; 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Freiburg opened their campaign with a win, while Bologna are still searching for their first points after a disappointing start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Team<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pos<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">P<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">W<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">D<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">L<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">GF<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">GA<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">GD<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Pts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Freiburg<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">7<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">+1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Bologna<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">28<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">-1<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-potential-match-winners\">Potential Match-Winners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Santiago Castro (Bologna):<\/strong> Leads the line for the hosts, will be tasked with converting Bologna&#8217;s high expected goals (xG 1.89 last match). Castro is also a popular pick in the goalscorer markets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Jens Odgaard (Bologna):<\/strong> Creative spark capable of breaking open defences, also leading the market for anytime and first goalscorer odds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maximilian Eggestein (Freiburg):<\/strong> Scored Freiburg&#8217;s opener last time with 100% shot accuracy and added a big chance assist. Dangerous on set pieces and late runs into the box.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Patrick Osterhage (Freiburg):<\/strong> Another midfield threat, combining a goal last match with an outstanding 91.9% pass accuracy, ensuring Freiburg keep the ball moving in dangerous areas.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-head-to-head-last-meetings\">Head-to-Head: Last Meetings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This fixture is a rare one in European competition, with no previous head-to-head meetings found between Bologna and Freiburg in recent seasons. Both teams will look to make a statement in this inaugural continental clash.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"\" data-align=\"center\">Date<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Score<\/th>\n<th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Competition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">No data<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td>\n<td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&#8211;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-will-bologna-break-through-or-will-freiburg-s-midfield-edge-prevail\">Will Bologna Break Through or Will Freiburg&#8217;s Midfield Edge Prevail?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bologna&#8217;s ball retention and xG figures point to a side creating chances, but their finishing let them down in their opener. Freiburg, meanwhile, are clinical\u2014especially from midfield\u2014making them dangerous even when not dominating possession. For bettors, the best value may lie in expecting goals and backing Freiburg to get something from this, with <a href=\"\/en\/go\/bet365?q=gb-all-con-wof-s-spo\">Over 2.5 Goals at 1\/1 (50.0%)<\/a> with Bet365 a standout option for Thursday night&#8217;s tie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><small>Odds correct at the time of writing. 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