SpVgg Greuther Fürth – Energie Cottbus

SpVgg Greuther Fürth host Energie Cottbus in what promises to be a tightly contested clash in the lower half of the table. Fürth sit 12th with six points from one win, three draws and two defeats, having scored nine and conceded eleven, while Cottbus occupy seventh place on eight points after two victories, two draws and two losses, edging a narrow positive goal difference of +1. The home side will be eager to convert their draws into a win and climb out of the relegation zone, whereas the visitors will look to build on their slightly better goal record and push back into the top‑half. Both teams have identical numbers of defeats, so the encounter could hinge on which side can tighten up defensively and seize the few chances likely to arise. A positive result for either side would be a crucial stepping stone toward their respective season objectives.