German Bundesliga 2 Prediction - Hannover 96 VS Greuther Furth

UEFA Champions League - Hannover 96 VS Greuther Furth
Match Time: 17-02-2024 01:30 Saturday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Hannover 96, traditionally a middling team in the German second division, has shown significant improvement this season. Currently, they sit in fifth place with 9 wins, 7 draws, and 5 losses, just 3 points behind third-placed Hamburg. In their previous away match against Hamburg, they secured a 4-3 victory, narrowing the gap and boosting morale. In this round, they face another promotion contender, Furth, hoping to continue their winning streak to further close the gap with the top teams. With a home record of 6 wins, 3 draws, and 1 loss, with a 60% win rate, they are dependable.

Greuther Furth, a smaller club in the German second division, has been on the verge of promotion in recent seasons but fell short due to a lackluster final push. Last season, they finished in the lower-middle of the table. However, this season, they seem to have undergone a transformation, currently sitting in fourth place with 10 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses. They trail Hamburg by 2 points and lead their current opponents, Hannover, by 1 point. With Hamburg's tendency to falter in the later stages of the season, Furth has a real chance at promotion. However, their recent performance has seen a noticeable decline, with only 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses in their last 6 matches, especially losing their last home match to Hertha Berlin, squandering an opportunity to gain points.

Odds  Analysis
Initially, Hannover was favored with a handicap of 0.25 at low odds, but most data providers subsequently raised it to 0.5 at high odds. Although it may seem that there is strong support for Hannover, given their recent momentum and ideal performance, the initial handicap of 0.25 is insufficient. Looking back at the first leg, Hannover managed to defeat opponents even when not favored, and their recent victories against several strong teams suggest that a deeper handicap is warranted. This change in odds may be due to speculation rather than genuine analysis. Therefore, Hannover may find it difficult to secure a victory in this match!

Pick:Greuther Furth