On Thursday evening, Freiburg hosts Olympiakos at the Schwarzwald-Stadion in Group A of the Europa League.
Freiburg form guideThe team from the Black Forest heads into this clash on the back of just one win in their previous six games in all competitions. Last time out, they drew 1-1 at home against Darmstadt.
Despite their mixed general form, Christian Streich’s team has impressed in the Europa League, having won three of their last four games in the competition, having scored at least two goals in each victory.
Their recent games have been relatively high-scoring, with over 2.5 goals scored in their last four games.
Freiburg have a mixed recent home record in the Europa League. However, they ended a three-game winless run on home soil in the competition emphatically with a 5-0 victory over TSC.
Their recent home games in the Europa League have been relatively low-scoring, with under 2.5 goals scored in seven of their last nine matches.
Olympiakos form guideThe Greek side's recent form has been inconsistent. However, they have recorded back-to-back against Asteras Tripolis and Panaitolikos. The wins came after two straight defeats.
Olympiakos have enjoyed mixed recent results in the Europa League, winning just one of their four games in Group A. Their points tally of four in as many games in the Europa League sums up their inconsistent recent form.
Their recent games in the competition have been relatively high-scoring, with over 2.5 goals scored in three of their last group games.
Olympiakos’ recent away record in the Europa League has been poor, as they have recorded just one win in their last 12 outings on their travels.
What am I backing?This game could go either way. However, both teams have been involved in some high-scoring games of late, so the bet I am backing is over 2.5 goals scored.