Bundesliga Regular Season - 6
Borussia Mönchengladbach 0 - 0 FT SC Freiburg
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
↓ L. Holer ↑J. Manzambi 46'
59' Nico Elvedi
↓ V. Grifo ↑D. Scherhant 63'
64' Philipp Sander
69' ↓ R. Reitz ↑O. Fraulo
69' ↓ H. Tabakovic ↑J. Urbich
↓ J. Beste ↑E. Dinkci 79'
↓ J. Adamu ↑I. Matanovic 79'
81' ↓ F. Neuhaus ↑G. Ranos
81' ↓ P. Sander ↑S. Machino
82' Joseph Scally
85' ↓ L. Netz ↑L. Ullrich
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Borussia Mönchengladbach
Goalkeepers
M. Nicolas 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Midfielders
R. Reitz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
P. Sander
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Y. Engelhardt 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
J. Castrop 
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
4
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
H. Tabakovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
69
Total Mins
69
Entry
F. Neuhaus
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
BENCH
J. Omlin 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
L. Ullrich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Friedrich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
C. Herrmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
O. Fraulo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
K. Stoger
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Urbich
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Ranos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Machino
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
SC Freiburg
Goalkeepers
N. Atubolu 
OCTOPUS
5
Saves
5
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
P. Treu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Ginter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
P. Lienhart 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
C. Gunter
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
M. Eggestein 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
8
Duels Won
73%
Win %
P. Osterhage
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
J. Beste
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
79
Total Mins
79
Entry
L. Holer
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
V. Grifo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Forwards
J. Adamu
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
F. Muller
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Jung
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Makengo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Rosenfelder
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
N. Hofler
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Manzambi
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
D. Scherhant
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
E. Dinkci
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Matanovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | 1 - 2 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | BORUSSIA-PARK |
| 30/11/2024 | SC Freiburg | 3 - 1 | Borussia Mönchengladbach | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 30/03/2024 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 0 - 3 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | BORUSSIA-PARK |
| 04/11/2023 | SC Freiburg | 3 - 3 | Borussia Monchengladbach | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 04/03/2023 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 0 - 0 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Stadion im BORUSSIA-PARK |
| 11/09/2022 | SC Freiburg | 0 - 0 | Borussia Monchengladbach | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 23/04/2022 | SC Freiburg | 3 - 3 | Borussia Monchengladbach | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 05/12/2021 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 0 - 6 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Stadion im BORUSSIA-PARK |
| 03/04/2021 | Borussia Monchengladbach | 2 - 1 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Stadion im BORUSSIA-PARK |
12/04/2025
30/11/2024
30/03/2024
04/11/2023
04/03/2023
11/09/2022
23/04/2022
05/12/2021
03/04/2021
Borussia Mönchengladbach Win
SC Freiburg Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +22
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -2
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -7
League Standings
P: 20 GD: +56
P: 19 GD: +21
P: 20 GD: +20
P: 20 GD: +10
P: 20 GD: +11
P: 19 GD: +12
P: 20 GD: -1
P: 20 GD: -5
P: 20 GD: -8
P: 20 GD: -3
P: 20 GD: -13
P: 20 GD: -9
P: 19 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -14
P: 20 GD: -16
P: 20 GD: -10
P: 20 GD: -16
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Defensive Deadlock: Mönchengladbach and Freiburg Cancel Each Other Out
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 8/100. A goalless draw between a struggling Gladbach and resilient Freiburg exposes two sides locked in tactical combat but devoid of cutting edge.
Possession Without Purpose at Borussia-Park
Borussia Mönchengladbach controlled proceedings with 53% possession at Borussia-Park, yet the evening revealed a team fundamentally blunt in the final third. Nine shots, five on target—a conversion rate that screams of toothless football. Philipp Sander orchestrated the home side's midfield with intelligence and composure, his passing range and positional awareness the sole bright spot in an otherwise forgettable display. Even his Outstanding performance could not mask the collective failure to convert dominance into danger. The Balance on the pitch tilted toward Gladbach, yet Intensity never climbed beyond a murmur.
Freiburg's Defensive Fortress Holds Firm
SC Freiburg arrived with more ambition than accuracy—12 shots but only one on target, a damning statistic for a team chasing European qualification. Noah Atubolu stood as the barrier between chaos and capitulation, producing five crucial saves to preserve the point. His command of the box and distribution were exemplary. Philipp Lienhart's defensive mastery in the back line provided the bedrock; his reading of the game and aerial dominance ensured Gladbach's rare incisive moments came to naught.
Statistics Reveal a Match Devoid of Substance
Expected Goals told the story of near-misses: Mönchengladbach 0.58, Freiburg 0.70—both teams knocking on the door but never entering. For Gladbach, now languishing with three points from six matches and a -7 goal difference, this draw offers little solace. The club's crisis deepens with each fixture. Freiburg, sitting eighth with eight points, can claim a point gained but two dropped. The Stakes felt muted, the drama absent. Fifteen fouls from the hosts, seven from visitors; three yellow cards for Gladbach—a match stripped of passion. No red cards, no moment of brilliance, no turning point. Just 90 minutes of mutual suffocation.
Key Questions
Why was this match so devoid of goals?
Defensive discipline combined with clinical finishing failures. Gladbach dominated possession (53%) but managed only 5 shots on target from 9 attempts. Freiburg was worse: 12 shots, 1 on target.
Does this point help Gladbach's survival hopes?
Marginally. Three points from six matches and -7 goal difference signals a club in freefall. One point is a sticking plaster on a structural wound.
Was Atubolu the match-winner?
Absolutely. Five saves from Freiburg's goalkeeper secured the point and showcased world-class reflexes against Gladbach's best openings.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Points Parity at Borussia-Park: Can Gladbach End the Home Hoodoo?
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. Two sides inseparable in the standings face off in a match defined by defensive fragility and creative individual brilliance.
The Setup
Borussia Mönchengladbach enters this fixture with a Form profile that suggests a team on the rise, remaining unbeaten in their last five outings (WDWWW). However, the narrative is complicated by their inability to secure a home win this season, creating a psychological hurdle at Borussia-Park. SC Freiburg, currently 9th and level on points with their hosts, lacks consistent Balance, often oscillating between tactical discipline and defensive lapses. With both teams conceding heavily—averaging over five combined goals per match—the Stakes for the backlines are incredibly high as they try to stem the tide.
Key Battle
The Stars will dictate the tempo in the final third. Jens Castrop has been the standout performer for Gladbach, providing a 7.7-rated anchor in midfield that allows the attack to flourish. He will be tasked with neutralizing Vincenzo Grifo, who remains Freiburg’s primary source of inspiration. Grifo's ability to exploit the gaps in Gladbach's leaky defense—which has conceded over three goals per home game—makes him the most dangerous man on the pitch.
Our Prediction
This has all the hallmarks of a high-scoring draw. Gladbach’s momentum is strong, but their historic struggle to win at home against structured opposition remains a concern. With Freiburg relying on the clinical nature of Grifo and the shot-stopping ability of Noah Atubolu, we expect a back-and-forth encounter that ends 2-2, leaving both teams firmly entrenched in the mid-table pack.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes. High expected goals (3.3 per game) suggest a very entertaining affair.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 2-2 draw is the most likely result.
Where are Borussia Mönchengladbach and SC Freiburg in the table?
Freiburg is 9th and Gladbach is 10th; both have 16 points.
What is Borussia Mönchengladbach's current form?
They are in excellent shape, unbeaten in five (WDWWW).
Who is the in-form player to watch?
Vincenzo Grifo (SC Freiburg) with 2 goals and 1 assist in 5 matches.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.