Greuther FurthvsHannover 96

Greuther Furth's New Additions and Challenges

Greuther Furth has been active in the transfer market, bringing in striker Jannik Mause on loan from 1. FC Kaiserslautern. Mause, who was the top scorer in the 3. Liga last season, is expected to boost their offensive capabilities. However, Greuther Furth has struggled this season, both offensively and defensively, scoring only 27 goals while conceding 39. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with a mix of wins and losses, including a 1-0 victory against Hannover 96 earlier in the season.

Hannover 96's Strong Form and Balanced Attack

Hannover 96 is currently in fourth place in the 2. Bundesliga, showcasing a promising overall performance. They recently secured a crucial 0-1 win against SSV Jahn Regensburg, reflecting their growing form and resilience. With a balanced attack led by Nicolo Tresoldi, Jessic Ngankam, and others, Hannover 96 has been consistent in scoring, averaging 1.79 goals per match. Their defensive solidity is also notable, having conceded only 17 goals in 18 matches.

Head-to-Head and Historical Context

Historically, Hannover 96 has had the upper hand against Greuther Furth, winning 11 out of their last 22 meetings. In their last encounter, the match ended in a 1-1 draw. Greuther Furth has struggled to score in recent home matches, failing to find the net in 2 of their 3 home games this season. Meanwhile, Hannover 96 has been strong on the road, scoring in all their away matches this season.

Prediction and Tactical Insights

Given the current form and historical dominance, Hannover 96 is favored to win this encounter. Their balanced attack and solid defense provide them with an edge over Greuther Furth, who are still finding their rhythm with new signings. However, both teams have shown vulnerabilities in defense, with each conceding in their last six matches. This suggests that while Hannover 96 is likely to win, both teams could find the back of the net. Therefore, the prediction is an away win for Hannover 96 with both teams scoring.