Bundesliga 2025-26 Matchday 3 – Bundesliga Predictions & Odds

With the ongoing European Leagues and FIFA 2026 nearing, every major football league is getting intense. The great German football league, Bundesliga 2025-26, is no exception. This year, the Bundesliga celebrates its 63^rd campaign of Germany’s premier men’s division football tournaments. Being a legend in the league, the Bayern Munich squad is the defender this time. Notably, this Bundesliga season re-welcomes Hamburger SV and 1. FC Köln, getting qualified after being in the lower division. German football clubs are racing for the spot to get seeded into the FIFA and European tournaments. With nine fixtures in week 3, we have endless football fun and dramatic weekend showdowns. For this upcoming matchday 3, we have briefly given you Bundesliga predictions and odds based on technical analysis. Let’s take a look at our football predictions. If you want more football predictions & odds, stay updated with Bettingpremier.

Previous Matchday Highlights

After a blasting opening, the Bundesliga entered matchday 2 and completed the fixtures with surprising and exciting outcomes. As part of the preview, we have highlighted a few instances from matchday 2. Let’s take a brief look at them. Stay updated with us if you want more Bundesliga previews, odds, and predictions.

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Top Scorers

In matchday 2, literally every match was bound within 4 goals, which is the maximum. Most teams won narrowly with a 3 or 2. Ritsu Doan made such a victory possible for Eintracht Frankfurt. Doan kick-started the team’s goal-scoring spree with his initial goal at the 17^th minute. He singlehandedly scored the crucial 2 goals out of the total 3 goals they got. Similarly, Patrik Schick of Leverkusen scored 2 goals in a 3-3 draw. In a match against Werder, Leverkusen’s squad contained Werder in the first half with Patrik’s offensive spree. Even though it’s a draw, Patrik’s showmanship shone that day. Likewise, the Borussia Dortmund club had an intimidating triumph over the Union Berlin. Serhou Guirassy bagged two goals, which is a late-pickup. Exactly at the final moments of the first half, Guirassy scored, followed by a successive one in the 58^th minute. Defensively, Dortmund excelled that day.

Tense Moments

Bayer 04 Leverkusen had a tough time winning the match against SV Werder Bremen. Werder gave an incredible comeback in that clash, which was purely built on Leverkusen’s errors. Leverkusen maintained the lead for most of the time. But Werder gained traction due to Leverkusen’s goalkeeper’s mistake in the 94^th minute. All this happened when Werder played with only 10 men after Niklas Stark’s red card. This final-minute comeback should be studied to understand their resilience. Another notable instance came from Bayern Munich’s narrow win. Bayern seemed to have a comfortable victory as they scored aggressively in the first half. But Augsburg replied in the second half, forcing Bayern to wake up. This caused a tense match until the finish, which was heightened due to Bayern’s stubborn defense. Do you like this match breakdown? If you want more sports breakdowns like this, tune in with Bettingpremier.

Underwhelming Performances

Although we have teams that performed like football gods, several other teams had terrible openings. Even though they lost, not scoring a goal is a considerable embarrassment too early into the season. Heidenheim went completely goalless against Leipzig and conceded two goals. Ball possession, shots on target, and passes were really terrible for them. Another disappointment came from Borussia Mönchengladbach in a match against VfB Stuttgart. They had good shots and shots on target. But their low-ball possession rates cost them a chance to score. Mönchengladbach’s side also failed to utilize their formation properly. Lastly, the Hamburger SV squad had a zero-goal matchday, losing against FC St. Pauli. St. Pauli have easily outperformed Hamburger in every factor, such as possession, shots on target, and passing. All these defeats have left fans disappointed. Nevertheless, on the upcoming matchday 3, these teams might flip the tables. Let’s see what happens.

Bundesliga Matchday 3 Predictions

Leverkusen vs Eintracht Frankfurt

Leverkusen and Eintracht Frankfurt will clash in the Bundesliga’s matchday 3 on September 13, 2025. The match is at 02:30 p.m. ET | 08:30 p.m. Munich, at BayArena Stadium.

Prediction

Eintracht Frankfurt arrives with strong recent form. They have captured two matches this season, including a convincing 3-1 win against Hoffenheim. Their strong offensive front and solid defense are their main decisive factors in winning. However, when we look at the head-to-head records, we can see Leverkusen dominating Frankfurt in most of the encounters. Bayer 04 Leverkusen has also dominated the recent Bundesliga fixtures. But their recent form is not so good in the 2025-26 season. Leverkusen is a little shaky, including a home defeat, a draw, and managerial changes. Despite their struggles, they appear strong with a home advantage and a new coach. Coupled with long-standing dominance over Frankfurt, Leverkusen may see the uprising this time. This match seems to be a tight contest where both teams bring their unique strengths. Frankfurt’s excellent recent form might show power against Leverkusen. But their head-to-head dominance will enable them to win.

Union Berlin vs Hoffenheim

Union Berlin and Hoffenheim will face off in the German league Bundesliga’s third matchday on September 13, 2025. The timing is at 09:30 a.m. ET | 03:30 p.m. Munich, and the venue is at Alten Försterei stadium.

Prediction

1. FC Union Berlin has recently beaten VfB Stuttgart in the opening fixture. They display a strong home performance. After their strong home play, they have lost to Borussia Dortmund. This subsequent away loss exposes some vulnerabilities. Moreover, their ability to launch counter-attacks and defensive structure will pose difficulty against Hoffenheim. In addition, the head-to-head matches show a slight upper hand for Union Berlin in recent matches. This includes a 4-0 clean sheet in the most recent encounter. In contrast, TSG 1899 Hoffenheim is inconsistent. They initially suffered a home defeat and surprisingly won away against Leverkusen. Their notable attacking flair with players like Kramaric shows some threat. But their protective strategies are still underwhelming. They need to strengthen their defensive base to compete with Union Berlin. Lastly, they lost key players to injury lists, further depleting their squad depth. Considering these dynamics, Union Berlin can win this Bundesliga clash.

Heidenheim vs Dortmund

1. FC Heidenheim and Borussia Dortmund will face off in the Bundesliga clash on September 13, 2025. The match will be at the Voith Arena at 09:30 a.m. ET | 03:30 p.m. Munich.

Prediction

Heidenheim has started this season poorly, having lost two matches. Their defensive weakness was clearly seen in the match against RB Leipzig. The Dortmund squad could exploit this, a pressing concern for Hidenheim. However, their ability to upset Dortmund is still viable if they work on their offensive and defensive strengths. Dortmund, conversely, arrives with a better momentum. After a convincing win against Union Berlin, Dortmund may try to force errors and create scoring chances. With a star player, Serhou Guirassy, on the board, Borussia Dortmund is expected to lead the attack. Despite their good form, Dortmund have also occasionally had their defensive errors. Though it is a concern, it is negligible compared to their current form. After all, Borussia’s side has the upper hand in the most recent head-to-head clashes. They have won away and at home. Hence, this Bundesliga fixture will lean towards Dortmund’s favor.

Mainz vs RB Leipzig

Prepare to witness the Mainz vs RB Leipzig’s Bundesliga clash on September 13, 2025. Expect this match to start at 09:30 a.m. ET | 03:30 p.m. Munich at the venue Mewa Arena.

Prediction

1. FSV Mainz 05’s current form and squad depth started with a depressing opener. They have managed to draw against Wolfsburg but lost to Köln at home. Such an outcome suggests that they must refine and solidify their defensive organization. They have won Bayern Munich in the previous season, which shows their potential at home against top clubs. Conversely, if we look at RB Leipzig, we can see their gradual improvements after an initial setback. They have secured a win against Heidenheim. However, their performance against Bayern Munich is a significant concern, losing without a score. Leipzig’s offensive strength is visible through players like Johan Bakayoko and Antonio Nusa. Moreover, Leipzig has a good away form lately, which could help them in the upcoming fixture against Mainz. To sum up, Leipzig’s stacking strength and ability to bounce back suggest a possible victory in this Bundesliga fixture.

SC Freiburg vs VfB Stuttgart

SC Freiburg will welcome VfB Stuttgart in the upcoming Bundesliga football match on September 13, 2025. Europa-Park Stadion will host this match at 09:30 a.m. ET | 03:30 p.m. Munich.

Prediction

SC Freiburg and VfB Stuttgart enter this fixture with contrasting playing styles. Both are seeking crucial points to cement their Bundesliga stature. Freiburg VfL currently lacks strong performance. Under the new coach, Julian Schuster, they have lost both league matches in the openers due to poor defense. They have conceded a significant number of scores while scoring only twice. This substantial difference in scoring and conceding places them in a vulnerable spot. The VfB Stuttgart Sport-Club, aka VfB Stuttgart, under Sebastian Hoeneß, has enjoyed a perfect season start. They reflect balance and good scoring ability. The team implements an aggressive strategy with sharp transitions. Notably, their recent away win indicates their superior squad depth and forward momentum. In addition, Stuttgart’s creative midfield and flexible forwards will frequently break defensive layers. Stuttgart’s overall form and tactical cohesion make them the winners of this Bundesliga clash.

Wolfsburg vs Koln

Prepare to watch the VfL Wolfsburg vs FC Köln clash, which will take place at Volkswagen Arena. This Bundesliga fixture is scheduled on September 13, 2025, at 09:30 a.m. ET | 03:30 p.m. Munich.

Prediction

Wolfsburg is improving, and their newly found momentum from a commanding win suggests they can score in away matches. Their squad depth, cohesion, and formation also show they can score in away matches. Köln, in contrast, shows an excellent form lately. They have won both of their two fixtures this season so far. Further, they confirm their scoring ability by beating Mainz at home. But Wolfsburg has shown good defensive stats recently. As a result, Koln might have to spend more time breaking Wolfsburg’s defense. So, their scoring potential might produce fewer yet sustainable goals this time. Most importantly, the head-to-head records support Wolfsburg. They have always dominated FC Köln in most of their meetings. This match will be a tight scoring match as they both exhibit decent form. However, Wolfsburg may win with a goal or two difference due to the head-to-head record.

Bayern Munich vs Hamburger SV

FC Bayern München is all set to square off with Hamburger SV on September 13, 2025. Allianz Arena will witness this event at 06:30 a.m. Munich |12:30 p.m. ET.

Prediction

Bayern Munich is undoubtedly an elite team, as they are also the defending champions. In addition, their Bundesliga 2025 opening win clearly established their reputation with a clean sheet. The recent scores suggest Bayern Munich’s unshakable offense. Their ability to score freely with a clean sheet tells us they will exploit Hamburger SV. However, occasional errors and minor concessions can be expected. Their flexible playing style will pose a heavy difficulty against Hamburger. On the other hand, Hamburger SV might find it difficult to restrict Bayern’s scoring pursuit. This is even more obvious as the Hamburger squad displayed an underwhelming scoring potential over the last two matchdays. They went without a single goal in both fixtures. This is indeed a big setback when compared with Bayern’s elite-level attack. Therefore, Bayern Munich is the winning side in this Bundesliga clash.

FC St. Pauli vs Augsburg

St. Pauli and FC Augsburg will compete in the Bundesliga on September 14, 2025. This clash will begin at Millerntor-Stadion at 09:30 a.m. ET | 3:30 p.m. Munich.

Prediction

St. Pauli arrives at the match with a formidable attacking power and defensive shield, with a home advantage. They have won and drawn so far, showing their attacking sustainability. St. Pauli will aim to utilize the home advantage this time. With their above-average defense, St. Pauli will aggressively chase Augsburg and keep them reactive. It will help them to force errors and capitalize on them.  Meanwhile, FC Augsburg has been unsatisfying lately, losing to Bayern Munich despite having a home advantage. Yet, they showed some hope by capturing an away fixture against Freiburg. Even though they have reasonable counter-attacking skills, St. Pauli’s strong formation will easily resist that. The head-to-head record doesn’t support any one team as it is balanced. Without the head-to-head factor, we can see St. Pauli gaining a slight advantage solely based on their recent performances and form. Hence, St. Pauli will capture this Bundesliga matchup.

Mönchengladbach vs Werder

SV Werder Bremen visits Borussia Mönchengladbach for the electrifying German men’s premier league clash on September 14, 2025. Borussia-Park stadium will host this Bundesliga matchday 3, at 11:30 p.m. ET | 05:30 p.m. Munich.

Prediction

Borussia Mönchengladbach has been in a ‘not-so-good’ phase recently. Despite playing two Bundesliga matches, they haven’t registered a score yet. But they are good at defense, especially in midfield play. Despite a lack of a powerful offense, they rarely allow teams behind the backline. Mönchengladbach’s midfield play can help them break the opponent’s progression and convert them. But still, we need to compare with Werder’s strengths and weaknesses. Werder Bremen’s attacking side is strong, as seen in their opening matches. Even though they struggle to keep their opponents at a distance, they break into opponents’ defense. They have secured a draw without losing against Leverkusen. Although it might show their scoring capability, their defeat to Frankfurt sheds light on their defensive difficulties. Both teams’ strengths and weaknesses perfectly cancel each other out. Yet, Werder’s offensive side can easily find a breakthrough, suggesting a win for them.