Bundesliga Matchday 1 betting picks & odds | August 22-24, 2025

The 2025/26 Bundesliga season kicks off this Friday, bringing back one of Europe’s most exciting soccer leagues.

Matchday 1 features nine fixtures across Germany, including a blockbuster opener between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig at the Allianz Arena.

With fresh squads, new signings, and high expectations, here are our soccer betting tips and insights for every game.

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Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig

Friday, August 22 – 8:30pm CEST – Allianz Arena

Defending champions Bayern Munich will kick off their 2025/26 Bundesliga campaign at home against RB Leipzig. Bayern usually start strong in Bavaria, and they always have plenty of firepower. Leipzig can score, while Bayern’s attack looks sharp after a good preseason, so expect a home win with plenty of goals.

Bayer Leverkusen vs TSG Hoffenheim

Saturday, August 23 – 3:30pm CEST – Bay Arena

Both Bayer Leverkusen and Hoffenheim play attacking football, but they often leave gaps at the back. With this being the first week of the season, defensive errors are common, so it makes sense to bet on goals at both ends.

Eintracht Frankfurt vs Werder Bremen

Saturday, August 23 – 3:30pm CEST – Deutsche Bank Park

Eintracht Frankfurt will host Werder Bremen as they seek to make another top-four run like last season. Frankfurt are solid at home, and Bremen struggled on the road last season. Back the home side to start with a win.

SC Freiburg vs FC Augsburg

Saturday, August 23 – 3:30pm CEST – Europa-Park Stadion

SC Freiburg’s home record and disciplined structure give them the edge in their home opener against FC Augsburg. The visitors lost two of their first three matches last campaign and often take time to settle into the season.

Union Berlin vs VfB Stuttgart

Saturday, August 23 – 3:30pm CEST – An der Alten Forsterei

Both Union Berlin and VfB Stuttgart are known for their aggressive game styles. With an open match expected early in the season, it suggests chances at both ends and plenty of goals.

FC Heidenheim vs VfL Wolfsburg

Saturday, August 23 – 3:30pm CEST – Voith-Arena

Both FC Heidenheim and VfL Wolfsburg will seek to improve on bottom-half finishes from 2024/25 and start with a good performance on Matchday 1. Heidenheim keep things tight at home, and Wolfsburg are cautious on the road. Expect a low-scoring tactical battle.

St. Pauli vs Borussia Dortmund

Saturday, August 23 – 6:30pm CEST – Millerntor-Stadion

Newly promoted St. Pauli face a huge test on Saturday, when they host Borussia Dortmund at Millerntor-Stadion. Dortmund’s quality in attack should shine through and secure them a road win.

FSV Mainz vs FC Koln

Sunday, August 24 – 3:30pm BST – MEWA ARENA

Mainz are usually strong starters at home and will look to set the tone early. Although they earned promotion last season, Köln struggled for consistency on the road last year. Coming off a top-six finish in 2024/25, Mainz should be too good at home.

Borussia Mochengladbach vs Hamburger SV

Sunday, August 24 – 5:30pm CEST – BORUSSIA-PARK

Back in the Bundesliga, Hamburger SV are one of the teams expected to struggle and could need time to adjust. Borussia Mochengladbach’s home advantage and experience should get them three points.