Bundesliga Regular Season - 10
SC Freiburg 2 - 1 FT FC St. Pauli
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
40' Y. Suzuki
HT
50' M. Eggestein (J. Beste)
58' ↓ C. Gunter ↑J. Makengo
58' ↓ J. Adamu ↑I. Matanovic
58' ↓ V. Grifo ↑D. Scherhant
↓ M. Kaars ↑A. Hountondji 59'
↓ J. Sands ↑J. Irvine 68'
L. Oppie (C. Metcalfe) 69'
71' ↓ Y. Suzuki ↑P. Osterhage
↓ K. Mets ↑A. Ceesay 82'
↓ C. Metcalfe ↑D. Sinani 82'
84' Jan-Niklas Beste
Danel Sinani 84'
88' ↓ J. Beste ↑M. Rosenfelder
Joel Chima Fujita 90'+2
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
SC Freiburg
Goalkeepers
N. Atubolu 
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
Defenders
P. Treu 
WALL
0
dribbled past
0
dribbled past
2
tackles
56%
duel win %
M. Ginter 
MAGNET
107
activity
107
activity
98
passes
9
duels
P. Lienhart
MAGNET
131
activity
131
activity
123
passes
8
duels
C. Gunter
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
58
total mins
58
entry
Midfielders
M. Eggestein 
SNIPER
100%
conversion
100%
conversion
1
goals
1
shots
J. Manzambi
MAGNET
81
activity
81
activity
70
passes
11
duels
J. Beste 
NPC
88
minutes
88
minutes
14%
pass acc
6
rating
Y. Suzuki
SNIPER
50%
conversion
50%
conversion
1
goals
2
shots
V. Grifo
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
58
total mins
58
entry
Forwards
J. Adamu
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
58
total mins
58
entry
BENCH
F. Muller 
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
M. Rosenfelder
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
9
total mins
Started
entry
J. Makengo
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
32
total mins
Started
entry
L. Kubler
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
A. Jung
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
P. Osterhage
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
19
total mins
Started
entry
I. Matanovic
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
32
total mins
Started
entry
L. Holer
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
D. Scherhant
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
32
total mins
Started
entry
FC St. Pauli
Goalkeepers
N. Vasilj
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
90
total mins
Started
entry
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
M. Pereira Lage 
ARCHITECT
3
key passes
3
key passes
0
assists
17%
pass acc
M. Kaars
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
59
total mins
59
entry
C. Metcalfe 
PROVIDER
1
assists
1
assists
1
key passes
6.9
rating
BENCH
B. A. Voll
SPECTATOR
0
saves
0
saves
0
conceded
0
minutes
F. Stevens
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
L. Ritzka
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
J. Robatsch
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
J. Irvine 
STORMTROOPER
2
shots
2
shots
0
goals
0
on target
A. Ceesay
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
8
total mins
Started
entry
D. Sinani
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
8
total mins
Started
entry
O. Afolayan
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
0
total mins
Started
entry
A. Hountondji
LATE SHIFT
15
late mins
15
late mins
31
total mins
Started
entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15/02/2025 | FC St. Pauli | 0 - 1 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Millerntor-Stadion |
| 28/09/2024 | SC Freiburg | 0 - 3 | FC St. Pauli | Bundesliga | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 19/10/2022 | SC Freiburg | 2 - 1 | FC St. Pauli | DFB Pokal | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 07/10/2021 | SC Freiburg | 3 - 0 | FC St. Pauli | Friendlies Clubs | Europa-Park Stadion |
| 10/04/2016 | SC Freiburg | 4 - 3 | FC St. Pauli | 2. Bundesliga | Schwarzwald-Stadion |
| 25/10/2015 | FC St. Pauli | 1 - 0 | SC Freiburg | 2. Bundesliga | Millerntor-Stadion |
| 15/01/2011 | FC St. Pauli | 2 - 2 | SC Freiburg | Bundesliga | Millerntor-Stadion (Hamburg) |
| 21/08/2010 | SC Freiburg | 1 - 3 | FC St. Pauli | Bundesliga | MAGE SOLAR Stadion (Freiburg im Breisgau) |
15/02/2025
28/09/2024
19/10/2022
07/10/2021
10/04/2016
25/10/2015
15/01/2011
21/08/2010
SC Freiburg Win
FC St. Pauli Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 10 GD: +29
P: 10 GD: +7
P: 10 GD: +9
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +10
P: 10 GD: +5
P: 10 GD: +4
P: 10 GD: -3
P: 10 GD: +2
P: 10 GD: -1
P: 10 GD: -4
P: 10 GD: -6
P: 10 GD: -7
P: 10 GD: -6
P: 10 GD: -10
P: 10 GD: -11
P: 10 GD: -8
P: 10 GD: -15
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
Freiburg Survive Scare to Edge Struggling St. Pauli 2-1
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 31/100. In a tense six-pointer where the lead changed hands, Freiburg's defensive balance proved decisive against a St. Pauli side fighting for survival.
Lienhart's Masterclass Anchors Freiburg's Defence
The intensity was suffocating from kick-off—two teams clawing for points in a relegation shadow. Freiburg controlled the tempo with 60 per cent possession, but it was Philipp Lienhart who truly commanded the pitch. The centre-back's rating of 8.0 reflected a performance of clinical precision: blocks, interceptions, and the occasional creative pass to spark counters. Lienhart was the bedrock upon which Freiburg built their victory, turning St. Pauli's desperate attacks into wasted motion.
Suzuki Strikes Early, Eggestein Seals It
Yannik Suzuki's 40th-minute opener gave Freiburg the psychological edge. Yet St. Pauli refused to fold—Lukas Oppie's 69th-minute finish, set up by Chris Metcalfe, sparked genuine alarm in the Freiburg ranks. That lead change threatened to unravel the hosts' composure. Instead, it proved merely a final gasp. Marcel Eggestein's calm finish in the 50th minute, assisted by Jude Beste, restored order and sealed Freiburg's escape.
St. Pauli's Nightmare Deepens
St. Pauli's plight is now undeniable: five consecutive defeats, seven points from ten matches, a catastrophic -11 goal difference. The corner pressure told the story—Freiburg earned 12 set-pieces to St. Pauli's three, a graphic illustration of territorial dominance. Freiburg's 87 per cent pass accuracy against St. Pauli's 75 per cent underscored the gulf in control. Yet even this victory leaves Freiburg fragile: 13 points from ten games is no platform for comfort. Both sides remain locked in the Bundesliga's cold embrace.
Key Questions
Why was Lienhart man of the match?
His 8.0 rating reflected commanding defensive play, ball recovery, and distribution. He neutralised St. Pauli's threats systematically.
Is St. Pauli's situation now critical?
Absolutely. Five straight defeats and -11 goal difference leave them in genuine relegation peril. Points are now urgent.
Did Freiburg deserve this win?
Yes. Superior possession, shots (8 vs 7), accuracy, and defensive solidity justified the 2-1 scoreline.
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.
Desperation in the Black Forest
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 33/100. A gritty, low-quality survival scrap where the points matter far more than the spectacle on the pitch.
The Setup
As we head into this November 9 clash at the Europa-Park Stadion, the narrative is dominated by a relegation battle that feels increasingly urgent for the visitors. FC St. Pauli arrives in dismal Form, reeling from five consecutive defeats. SC Freiburg, while sitting comfortably in mid-table, has struggled for Balance at home, winning just one of their four matches in front of their own fans. With low Stakes for the neutrals and a lack of world-class Stars, this match is a pure test of top-flight survival instinct.
Key Battle
The outcome will likely rest on the composure of the men between the sticks. Noah Atubolu provides a steady presence for the hosts, but the spotlight is on Nikola Vasilj. Despite St. Pauli's slide, Vasilj has been overworked, averaging four saves per game. If he can produce a masterclass, the visitors might snatch a point; if he cracks under the inevitable pressure, Freiburg will cruise.
Our Prediction
Freiburg will look to dominate possession and frustrate a St. Pauli side that has forgotten how to win. Expect a cagey affair where the hosts eventually break through a tired defence late in the first half. We predict a 2-0 victory for Freiburg, leaving St. Pauli rooted in the bottom two and searching for answers.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Skip this one unless you are a die-hard fan or invested in the relegation scrap.
What's the predicted outcome?
A straightforward 2-0 win for SC Freiburg given St. Pauli's current slump.
Where are the teams in the table?
Freiburg sits 9th with 16 points; St. Pauli is 17th with just 8 points.
What is FC St. Pauli's current form?
Terrible. They have lost five matches in a row in the Bundesliga.
Which goalkeeper is in better form?
Vasilj makes more saves, but Atubolu has the better defensive record this term.
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.