Prediction: FC Augsburg vs FC St. Pauli Betting Tips

FC Augsburg vs FC St. Pauli takes place at WWK Arena on January 31, 2026. Augsburg has shown resilience at home recently, with promising form and solid defensive stats, poised for a potentially strong display against visiting FC St. Pauli. Injuries to key players might influence the tactical approach.

FC Augsburg faces key injury concerns with C. Matsima missing due to muscle injury, and K. Jakic questionably fit with a calf injury. FC St. Pauli's A. Hountondji, C. Metcalfe, and D. Nemeth are all out injured, potentially weakening their defensive line. These squad changes could influence the match dynamics.

If FC Augsburg scores first in {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}, the home team’s chances improve, especially considering their recent form and home advantage. A level score at halftime keeps the game open, but Augsburg’s aggressive start could lead to an early goal. Late goals are often decisive, as past encounters show a tendency for either team to score in the second half.

FC Augsburg’s recent matches indicate a balanced tactical setup, often pressing high and creating goal chances from set-pieces. Take note of FC Augsburg's attacking approach, especially in the second half, which is a good angle for betting on second-half goals or team total over.