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Bayern Munich Favored in DFB Pokal

Borussia Mönchengladbach Looks to Spring Upset at Home

There won’t be any mid-week Bundesliga action. However, we will still have the chance to watch some of the top German teams playing. The DFB Pokal is Borussia Mönchengladbach’s best shot to win a title. That forces them, and Bayern Munich, to go all-in despite only being in the second round of the tournament.

Bayern Munich come in as the favorites to dethrone Borussia Dortmund. Nevertheless, keep in mind that this is a one-game series. The loser will have to go home. Let’s check the latest news, stats, injury reports, and soccer odds for Borussia Mönchengladbach vs Bayern Munich. We’ve plenty of predictions for you to consider.

DFB-Pokal: Borussia Monchengladbach VS Bayern Munich
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Competition: German DFB Pokal (Domestic Cup)
Location: Borussia Park, Mönchengladbach
Time: Wednesday, 2:45 p.m. ET
TV: beIN Sports
Live Stream: fuboTV

German DFB Pokal Betting Lines

Team Handicap Moneyline Over/Under Team Total
Borussia Monchengladbach +1½ -130 +590 3½ -105o
Bayern Munich -1½ Ev -255 3½ -125u
Draw +400

Head to Head

  • Previous Matches: 116
  • Borussia Mönchengladbach Victories: 27 (144 goals)
  • Bayern Munich Victories: 55 (219 goals)
  • Draws: 34

The last time they met, the game ended with a draw, just like we predicted. It was the Bundesliga opener, also at Borussia Park, and they drew 1-1. Alassane Plea scored for the home side while Lewandowski scored for Bayern.

Other than Borussia Dortmund, Borussia Mönchengladbach really knows how to compete against Bayern Munich. They’ve won four of their last 10 meetings, including two of their last four. If there’s something you can expect from these two, it’s goals. The total went over 3½ goals in four of their last 10 encounters. Both scored in eight of those matches.

Better than That

Borussia Mönchengladbach had a rocky start to the season. Regarding the Bundesliga, our best parameter, they sit in 12th place with 11 points thanks to a 3-2-4 record. I can assure you they’re better than that. At least they should be, considering the talented roster.

We’re talking about an offense that includes Plea, Lars Stindl, Jonas Hofmann and Florian Neuhaus. We’re also talking about a defense that includes Yann Sommer and Nico Elvedi. That’s a well-balanced team, mixing experienced and young players.

Stindl already scored in the DFB Pokal. Mönchengladbach suffered more than expected but eliminated FCK in the first round thanks to his goal. Including the Bundesliga, that was only their second road victory (2-0-4).

Mönchengladbach has been a more reliable soccer pick when playing at home. In fact, they’re unbeaten thanks to a 2-2-0 record, 3-1 against the spread and 1-3 over/under. Having the home advantage in a one-game series could make a huge difference.

Tony Jantschke won’t be available due to injury, but that shouldn’t prevent them from putting up a fight.

Nice Opportunity

Bayern Munich will take advantage of this opportunity to rest some players, but not all starters. They won their first-round matchup 12-0, but manager Julian Nagelsmann knows they can’t underestimate Borussia Mönchengladbach.

The reigning Bundesliga champions have lost only one game. They’re 8-4-1 in all competitions, 4-2-1 when playing on the road. They also are 5-1-1 against the betting online spread and 4-3 over/under when playing away from home.

“We’re in very good physical condition. The boys have gained a lot of confidence. We have a very good team with a lot of quality. The coaches have done a very good job managing the busy schedule and workload,” said board member Hasan Salihamidzic to the press.

He’s not wrong. That’s why some players such as Omar Richards, Jamal Musiala and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting have been able to play more. Having a talented and deep roster can make the difference during any tournament.

Choupo-Moting is the top scorer of the DFB Pokal with four goals while Musiala has scored two goals. I have no doubt both will play, but I also think Lewandowski and other usual starters will play as well.

No major injuries to report here. If they want to rewrite history by winning it all, they have to take this game very seriously.

Final Analysis, Predictions

Last season, Bayern Munich was eliminated in the second round by Holstein Kiel. They lost in a thrilling penalty shootout after the game finished 2-2. Trust me, they don’t want to go through that embarrassment again. We’re talking about one of the best teams in the world.

Regarding the DFB Pokal, they haven’t lost in their last 16 road games. Borussia Mönchengladbach will put up a fight, but it won’t be enough. I expect the total to go over, both must go all-in and several players are eager to prove they belong.

Don’t forget to check the props our sportsbook is offering for this and other games to increase your winning chances. Take a shot on the correct score, half time/full time winner, first-goal time interval, and more.

Score Prediction: Bayern Munich 3, Borussia Mönchengladbach 2

Pick: Over 3½ goals (-105)

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