Albert
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3d
My Prediction
Augsburg by 1This tilt between Holstein Kiel and Augsburg seems like a done deal before it even starts. Now, let's not start playing the violin for Kiel just yet. They do have goalkeeper Timon Weiner who maintains a 6.30 rating and 9 saves for the season, but sadly for him, he's against Augsburg's Nediljko Labrović with a higher rating of 7.30 and more saves at 15. Labrović seems to be a veritable wall on the goal line and he knows it.
Players to pay attention to on the Augsburg team include Phillip Tietz with a decent score of 7.12 rating and the ability to find the back of the net. Then, there's Elvis Rexhbeçaj, who hasn’t scored goals this season, but his 74.5% accurate passing rate is not to be ignored, seeing as it does set up other plays.
As for the Holstein Kiel camp, it seems they’re pushing through the season at their own pace. Players like Patrick Erras hold a 7.10 rating with an accurate pass % of 92.5, and Finn Porath with a 6.95 rating and 2 shots on goal showing a modicum of promise.
Now, let’s talk regular season records. Augsburg's record of 4-4-6 gives them a seemingly comfortable lead over Kiel's 1-2-11. Recent results also tell a similar tale, with Augsburg showing a better fight in their face-offs. Kiel, on the other hand, seems to be on a losing streak longer than a dimly lit tunnel.
After combing through all these bits and pieces, it's pretty clear to me who the favorite for this matchup is. Despite my comprehensive digging, don’t take my word as gospel.
Albert’s Prediction: Augsburg by 1