2. Bundesliga
The 2. Bundesliga is Germany's second-tier professional football league, sitting below the Bundesliga. It features a mix of historic clubs seeking a return to the top flight and ambitious outfits aiming for promotion, with a highly competitive season and intense promotion battles.
⚡ Balanced, tactically disciplined league known for competitive promotion races and a mix of solid defenses and quick counter-attacks.
📌 Notable Facts
- Founded in 1974 to replace the Regionalliga as the second division.
- Promotion to the Bundesliga involves automatic spots for the top two teams and a playoff for the third-placed team against the Bundesliga's 16th-placed club.
- Serves as a development ground for young players and coaches, with frequent late-season drama.
League Table
| # | Equipo | M | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 | 25 | 7 | 2 | +67 | 82 | |
| 2 | 34 | 19 | 12 | 3 | +29 | 69 | |
| 3 | 34 | 17 | 9 | 8 | +22 | 60 | |
| 4 | 34 | 17 | 6 | 11 | +20 | 57 | |
| 5 | 34 | 16 | 7 | 11 | -4 | 55 | |
| 6 | 34 | 14 | 10 | 10 | +12 | 52 | |
| 7 | 34 | 13 | 12 | 9 | +5 | 51 | |
| 8 | 34 | 14 | 9 | 11 | -3 | 51 | |
| 9 | 34 | 14 | 8 | 12 | +11 | 50 | |
| 10 | 34 | 13 | 6 | 15 | -2 | 45 | |
| 11 | 34 | 11 | 10 | 13 | +2 | 43 | |
| 12 | 34 | 11 | 10 | 13 | -16 | 43 | |
| 13 | 34 | 10 | 10 | 14 | -16 | 40 | |
| 14 | 34 | 8 | 8 | 18 | -13 | 32 | |
| 15 | 34 | 7 | 11 | 16 | -22 | 32 | |
| 16 | 34 | 8 | 5 | 21 | -27 | 29 | |
| 17 | 34 | 6 | 7 | 21 | -31 | 25 | |
| 18 | 34 | 6 | 7 | 21 | -34 | 25 |
① Hertha BSC at home should edge Bochum, with both sides capable of scoring.
② Hertha's attack can break through but Bochum may respond.
③ Expect a competitive 2-1 with a goal from each side.
① Dynamo Dresden should control at home.
② Münster may nick a goal but struggle to keep up.
③ An attacking display with multiple chances for both sides.
① Kaiserslautern's home form gives them the edge.
② KSC can threaten and score but may fall just short.
③ The match could be open with chances at both ends.
① Balanced matchup with no clear favorite.
② Both sides have flashes of quality but may cancel each other out.
③ A draw is a safe baseline with a few chances for both teams.
① A tight contest is expected.
② Both teams are evenly matched this season.
③ Could go either way but slight edge to experience.
① Away form is superior.
② The visitors have won their last 3 away games.
③ Defensive fragility at home could be exploited.
① Even matchup, goals likely.
② Both attacks have been in fine form.
③ Defensive errors could lead to a high-scoring game.
① Even matchup, goals likely.
② Both attacks have been in fine form.
③ Defensive errors could lead to a high-scoring game.
① Defensive battle expected.
② Both teams prioritize organization at the back.
③ Few clear-cut chances are anticipated.
① High-scoring derby predicted.
② Historical meetings suggest plenty of goals.
③ Both teams will push for attacking football.
① Mes Kerman should benefit from home advantage and steady defense.
② Nassaji Mazandaran FC may struggle to penetrate, making a clean sheet feasible.
③ A disciplined, low-scoring affair favors the hosts.
① Both teams appear evenly matched, leading to a balanced draw.
② Defensive solidity or a moment of quality could decide the result.
③ An entertaining, goal-for-goal encounter is plausible.
① Pars Jonoubi Jam appear to hold the edge and could seal the win away from home.
② Shahrdari Nowshahr may struggle to penetrate the visitors' defense.
③ An efficient away performance with a clean sheet for the guests is likely.
① Beasat Kermanshah look strongest at home and should take three points with goals on both sides.
② Shenavarsazi Qeshm will push forward but may concede late.
③ A lively, goal-filled affair is on the cards.
① Ario Islamshahr look set to steal the game with a counter-attacking away win.
② Navad Urmia may create chances but struggle to convert.
③ A tight, low-scoring encounter favors the visitors.
① Away form is superior.
② The visitors have won their last 3 away games.
③ Defensive fragility at home could be exploited.
① Even matchup, goals likely.
② Both attacks have been in fine form.
③ Defensive errors could lead to a high-scoring game.
① Saipa might steal the win at home with a compact display.
② Mes Shahr Babak will push for an equalizer but may concede late.
③ Low-scoring affair with a home victory is plausible.
