Freiburg vs Salzburg Prediction & Picks - Europa League
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by Erik Gibbs | in Europa League Picks
A compelling clash of contrasting fortunes is set to unfold as Freiburg and Salzburg meet at the Europa-Park Stadion on Thursday in the final match of the Europa League group stage. Freiburg enters this fixture in phenomenal European form, establishing themselves as one of only four teams left in the competition yet to taste defeat.
Their campaign has been a model of consistency and defensive strength, accumulating 11 points (3W, 2D) and sitting comfortably among the top-tier clubs in the league phase. Recent results, including key wins over Basel and Nice, coupled with an iron-clad defense that has only conceded three goals all season, underscore their status as a legitimate threat.
Salzburg, on the other hand, has endured a brutal fall from grace. After dropping out of the Champions League qualifiers, their Europa League run has been disastrous, marked by four losses in five games, including a shocking run of four consecutive defeats. Their most recent result, a humbling 4-1 loss to Bologna, highlighted the deep-seated issues in their defense and their general inability to compete against the quality of the tournament. The Austrian club’s struggles on the continental stage are starkly juxtaposed against Freiburg’s seamless progression.
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Freiburg vs Salzburg Form
Table
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
7
|
17 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | +6 |
|
31
|
6 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | -5 |
Freiburg and Salzburg Latest Matches
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Dec 6, 2025 - Bundesliga
Dec 3, 2025 - DFB Pokal
Nov 30, 2025 - Bundesliga
Nov 27, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 22, 2025 - Bundesliga
Nov 9, 2025 - Bundesliga
4/6 (67%)
2/6 (33%)
0/6 (0%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Dec 3, 2025 - DFB Pokal
Nov 30, 2025 - Bundesliga
Nov 9, 2025 - Bundesliga
Oct 23, 2025 - Europa League
Oct 19, 2025 - Bundesliga
Sep 28, 2025 - Bundesliga
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Dec 6, 2025 - Bundesliga
Nov 27, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 22, 2025 - Bundesliga
Nov 6, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 1, 2025 - Bundesliga
Oct 29, 2025 - DFB Pokal
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Dec 6, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Nov 30, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Nov 27, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 23, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Nov 9, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Nov 6, 2025 - Europa League
3/6 (50%)
1/6 (17%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Nov 23, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Nov 6, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 2, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Oct 30, 2025 - ÖFB Cup
Oct 23, 2025 - Europa League
Oct 19, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
Dec 6, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Nov 30, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Nov 27, 2025 - Europa League
Nov 9, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Oct 26, 2025 - Austrian Bundesliga
Oct 2, 2025 - Europa League
Freiburg against Salzburg Lineups: Starting 11
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Substitutes
J. Huth
F. Muller
DefenderJ. Makengo
B. Ogbus
L. Kubler
A. Jung
P. Osterhage
N. Hofler
ForwardC. Irie
D. Scherhant
I. Matanovic
L. Holer
C. Zawieschitzky
S. Hamzic
DefenderV. Sulzbacher
F. Kratzig
MidfielderM. Diambou
M. Yeo
T. Trummer
O. Lukic
ForwardK. Konate
K. Alajbegovic
E. Aguilar
K. Onisiwo
Missing players
M. Rosenfelder
MidfielderD. Kyereh
ForwardE. Dinkci
Most goals and assists
Freiburg
Salzburg
V. Grifo
(5 Goals)
Y. Vertessen
(3 Goals)
V. Grifo
(4 Assists)
A. Terzic
(1 Assists)
, 
E. Baidoo
(1 Assists)
, 
S. Diabate
(1 Assists)
, 
K. Alajbegovic
(1 Assists)
Freiburg - Salzburg Key Points
- Freiburg are 3-2 ATS in their last 5 games
- Salzburg are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games
- The Over is 1-4 in Freiburg's last 5 games
- The Over is 2-3 in Salzburg's last 5 games
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Our Freiburg vs Salzburg Prediction
Freiburg’s success has been powered by the electric form of their attackers. Vincenzo Grifo has been particularly outstanding over the past two weeks, culminating in an impressive recent hat-trick that demonstrates his elite quality and knack for key goals. He is capably supported by Niklas Beste, who consistently provides attacking impetus and creativity.
Salzburg’s players, while individually talented, have collectively struggled to find the necessary spark to turn their fortunes around. The injury situation at both clubs is noteworthy, though Freiburg's excellent run of form has managed to mask the absence of some long-term injuries to players like defender Manuel Gulde, and midfielders Florent Muslija, Bruno Ogbus, and Daniel-Kofi Kyereh. However, defender Lukas Kübler is currently dealing with a minor illness that may affect his availability.
Salzburg’s injury list is extensive and arguably more impactful, featuring long-term absences for midfielders Takumu Kawamura, Karim Konaté, and Maurits Kjaergaard, all out for the season. Defender Aleksa Terzic is also sidelined, and midfielder Petar Ratkov remains doubtful. Given Freiburg’s undefeated status, incredible defensive record, and the exceptional form of key players like Grifo, a generic betting preview would state that Freiburg has the overwhelming upper hand. Salzburg's recent heavy losses and extensive injury list make a positive result for them a difficult proposition. Our prediction for Freiburg vs. Salzburg: Freiburg control both halves.
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