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Hertha BSC is set to kick off the 2022-2023 2. Bundesliga season with an away game against their unpopular rivals, Schalke 04. The match, scheduled for this Friday at 8:30 PM, will be broadcast on Sat.1 and Sky.
Coach Stefan Leitl has expressed a desire for a "firework display" from his team, and has mentioned implementing important changes within the team's framework. The Berliners have bolstered their squad with the signings of striker Dawid Kownacki and midfielder Maurice Krattenmacher, to fill gaps left by Ibrahim Maza and Florian Niederlechner's departures. Key players Michael Cuisance and Fabian Reese have been retained, adding to the team's stability.
However, Hertha will be playing without the participation of Paul Seguin, who sustained a calf injury before the match. Seguin, previously of Schalke 04, is a new signing for Hertha BSC but will not play in the opening game due to injury.
Despite Schalke's home advantage, the analysis and betting market consensus slightly lean towards a close victory for Hertha BSC. The betting odds position Hertha as the +130 favourite on the 1x2 market, reflecting a 43% likelihood of victory. Detailed lineups and team news indicate Schalke is deploying a 4-4-2 formation focused on possession, while Hertha is seen as building momentum.
Schalke may be competitive, yet Hertha's recent draw with Hannover and their offensive pressure (59% possession, six shots on goal) position them well to edge out Schalke at VELTINS-Arena. One model prediction suggests a 42% probability for Schalke to win, indicating some uncertainty and closeness in potential outcomes.
In summary, while Schalke can be competitive, the analysis and betting market consensus slightly lean towards a close victory for Hertha BSC in this opening 2. Bundesliga fixture. Let's hope for a spectacular performance from the Berliners!
Despite the home advantage of Schalke 04, the upcoming European football match in the 2022-2023 2. Bundesliga season between Hertha BSC and Schalke is predicted to result in a close win for Hertha BSC, based on analysis and betting market consensus. This forecast is backed by Hertha's recent signing of striker Dawid Kownacki and midfielder Maurice Krattenmacher, as well as their impressive performance exhibited against Hannover, with 59% possession and six shots on goal.
