FC Augsburg Secures Impressive Test Win Over Regensburg's Reserves
During the international break, Bundesliga team FC Augsburg bagged a triumph in a test match against third-division side SSV Jahn Regensburg's reserves. Coach Jess Thorup's squad clinched the match 5-2 (3-2) on Thursday, amidst the absence of six internationals. This presented an opportunity for several U23 players to shine. Goals were scored by Dion Beljo (3), Sven Michel, and Daniel Hausmann for the Swabians.
Fresh Start for Okugawa
Masaya Okugawa made a starting debut following an injury break caused by a broken collarbone, but his joy was short-lived as he had to leave the field due to injury after just 20 minutes. The Swabians will be back in Bundesliga action on November 25, as they face Union Berlin away in matchday 12, aiming to carry forward their momentum from the test match victory.
Evaluating FC Augsburg's Recent Form
Given that FC Augsburg did not face Regensburg in a competitive fixture, let's delve into their performance metrics:
- In their previous encounter against St. Pauli, Augsburg secured a 1-1 draw, thanks to a late goal. This result shows that they possess resilience in close games[4].
- Augsburg suffered a 1-0 loss to Stuttgart on their own turf, indicating a need for improvement in away matches[4].
- Facing Heidenheim, FC Augsburg emerged victorious with a 2-1 scoreline, highlighting their ability to perform well at home[5].
With these statistics in mind, let's assess their prospects as they prepare for their upcoming Bundesliga clash against Union Berlin.
Breaking Down Union Berlin's Trends
- Union Berlin has been grappling with form challenges, yielding seven consecutive losses and struggling to secure a win in their past 11 matches[2].
- However, the team has shown a knack for drawing against Augsburg, which hints at a closely contested encounter[2].
Predicting the Outcome
In light of the recent performances and trends, it is speculated that the fixture between FC Augsburg and Union Berlin could culminate in a draw. Both teams possess the ability to score crucial goals in tight situations, suggesting that they might cancel each other out at the An der Alten Försterei.
Potential Scoreline: Augsburg 1-1 Union Berlin[2]
