1. FC Magdeburg – 1. FC Nürnberg

The upcoming clash pits 1. FC Magdeburg, sitting sixth with ten points after three wins, a draw and two defeats, against a flawless 1. FC Nürnberg, second in the table on sixteen points from five victories and a single stalemate. Magdeburg have edged a narrow 11‑9 goal difference, while Nürnberg enjoy a comfortable +10 margin, having scored sixteen and conceded only six. The hosts will be looking to close the gap to the leaders, but the visitors, unbeaten so far, will aim to extend their run and cement a top‑two finish. Historically the two sides have met infrequently, but Nürnberg’s recent form gives them a clear psychological edge heading into the encounter.