VfL Wolfsburg vs SC Freiburg Prediction - Bundesliga

Create Mind•December 20, 2025 08:37

VfL Wolfsburg faces a major challenge at home against SC Freiburg amidst a squad crisis, while the visitors have a psychological advantage from their head-to-head history.

Match context

VfL Wolfsburg will host SC Freiburg at the Volkswagen Arena at 9:30 PM on December 20, 2025, in the Bundesliga. This is a clash between two mid-table teams, with SC Freiburg in 9th place (17 points) and VfL Wolfsburg in 13th place (15 points). Both teams are aiming for a win to improve their position before the winter break.

Recent form

SC Freiburg have been relatively consistent in their last five Bundesliga matches, with two wins, one draw, and two losses. Meanwhile, VfL Wolfsburg are showing signs of slowing down, having only secured two wins and one draw, but suffering two defeats in their last two games. Wolfsburg's home form is also a concern, as they have only won one of their seven matches played at the Volkswagen Arena this season.

History of confrontations

In their last five encounters, SC Freiburg have the upper hand with three wins, while VfL Wolfsburg have only managed two. Notably, in their last two visits to the Volkswagen Arena, SC Freiburg have won both times with a narrow 1-0 victory. This suggests the visitors have reason to be confident in their upcoming away match.

Force situation

Both teams are facing significant personnel losses, especially the home team VfL Wolfsburg.

VfL Wolfsburg

The home team will be without a number of key players for various reasons:

  • Absent:M. Amoura (international competition), B. Dardai (knee injury), J. Maehle (shoulder injury), K. Paredes (foot injury), Rogerio (muscle injury), A. Skov Olsen (muscle injury), J. Wind (thigh injury).
  • Availability is uncertain:A. Daghim (back injury).

SC Freiburg

The visiting team also faced squad difficulties with several players unavailable:

  • Absent:J. Beste (ill), C. Irie (international competition), D. Kyereh (lack of fitness), P. Lienhart (muscle injury), M. Rosenfelder (injury).
  • Availability is uncertain:E. Dinkci (muscle injury).

Analysis and prediction

Considering all aspects, from form and head-to-head history to squad situation, SC Freiburg has certain advantages. VfL Wolfsburg's absence of so many key players, especially in attack and defense, will significantly impact their strength. Despite playing away from home, SC Freiburg is predicted to secure at least a point, or even a victory if they capitalize on their opportunities.

Team lineup updated at 20:53 on December 20, 2025

Official lineup

VfL Wolfsburg

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachDaniel Bauer

Starting lineup:

  • 1. Kamil Grabara (G)
  • 26. Saël Kumbedi (D)
  • 14. Jenson Seelt (D)
  • 4. Konstantinos Koulierakis (D)
  • 25. Aaron Zehnter (D)
  • 31. Yannick Gerhardt (M)
  • 27. Maximilian Arnold (M)
  • 24. Christian Eriksen (M)
  • 10. Lovero Majer (M)
  • 39. Patrick Wimmer (M)
  • 17. Dženan Pejčinović (F)

Substitutes:

  • 12. Pavao Pervan
  • 2. Kilian Fischer
  • 15. Moritz Jenz
  • 41. Jan Burger
  • 32. Mattias Svanberg
  • 5. Vinícius Souza
  • 37. Pharell Hensel
  • 19. Jesper Lindstrøm
  • 11. Adam Daghim

SC Freiburg

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachJulian Schuster

Starting lineup:

  • 1. Noah Atubolu (G)
  • 17. Lukas Kübler (D)
  • 28. Matthias Ginter (D)
  • 5. Anthony Jung (D)
  • 30. Christian Günter (D)
  • 8. Maximilian Eggestein (M)
  • 6. Patrick Osterhage (M)
  • 29. Philipp Treu (M)
  • 14. Yuito Suzuki (M)
  • 44. Johan Manzambi (M)
  • 9. Lucas Höler (F)

Substitutes:

  • 21. Florian Müller
  • 33. Jordy Makengo
  • 65. Karl Steinmann
  • 43. Bruno Ogbus
  • 32. Vincenzo Grifo
  • 27. Nicolas Höfler
  • 31. Igor Matanović
  • 7. Derry Scherhant
  • 20. Junior Adamu

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