Illertissen vs Buchbach tips and predictions

Buchbach can't challenge Illertissen

There's 32 points between the two clubs as fourth place Illertissen get set to host 18th place Buchbach.

The superior home team will be setting the tempo of this match when this gets going at 1:00pm. It's generally accepted that when these sides meet they're going to produce some goals.

The short Illertissen price might not stand out to readers, but it's a pretty good bet to consider. A win over Buchbach looks like plain-sailing for them.

If their recent matches are an indicator of what's to come, then Illertissen have all the momentum on their side. The hosts have chalked up 8 wins in their last 11 matches while the travelling side has pulled up short at times. They've lost 14 of their recent 17 matches on the road. Another defeat is on the way for them here.

The hosts are enjoying some form on their own turf. Illertissen scored three or more goals in 4 of their recent 5 home matches.

From a neutral point of view it is easy to see see why the away players face a tough challenge.

Buchbach have not enjoyed some of their recent tests on the road. They conceded three or more goals in 6 of their last 10 away matches. Studying these metrics creates a pretty encouraging picture for the home side producing a result. They will look for holes that may appear in the visitors' defence.

In their last home match Illertissen destroyed Ansbach, impressively winning 4-0.

The sportsbooks believe that neither side will keep a clean sheet during this match despite the favouritism for Illertissen. But with the odds-against price on BTTS No, that makes more sense here. Looking into the goal line, it's Under 2.5 picked as the best play given the prices available.