1. FC Köln – SC Freiburg

The clash at the RheinEnergieStadion pits a struggling 1. FC Köln, currently twelfth with just four points from three games and a modest 5‑7 goal record, against league leaders SC Freiburg, who sit atop the table on nine points after a flawless start, boasting ten goals scored and only one conceded. Köln will be desperate to turn their lone win and draw into a momentum‑building victory, while Freiburg will look to extend their perfect run and cement their dominance. Their head‑to‑head this season has yet to be decided, adding an extra layer of intrigue to a match that could prove pivotal for both sides’ aspirations.