Arminia Bielefeld – 1. FC Magdeburg

Arminia Bielefeld host 1. FC Magdeburg in what promises to be a decisive clash in the lower half of the table, with the hosts sitting 13th on five points after one win, two draws and three defeats, and a goal‑difference of minus seven (10‑12). Magdeburg, meanwhile, sit comfortably in sixth place with ten points from three victories, a draw and two losses, boasting a narrow +2 margin (11‑9). The gap of five points means the visitors will look to consolidate their push for a top‑half finish, while Bielefeld will need to turn their three‑game winless streak around to avoid slipping further down the standings. Historically the two sides have met evenly in recent encounters, setting the stage for a tightly contested encounter that could reshape the mid‑table battle.