Augsburg vs St Pauli Prediction and Betting Tips, scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 14:30 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on ESPN and Sky Sports from the WWK Arena in Augsburg. Fans are excited following Augsburg’s shock win against Bayern Munich recently.
That 2.1 victory in Munich has given Manuel Baum’s side a massive boost in their fight for survival. Can they carry that momentum into this weekend? In this article, you will discover the latest Bundesliga Stats and insights from our dedicated XpertStats football tipsters.
Augsburg vs St Pauli Key Facts and Stats
Augsburg enters this match with a massive boost after their recent 2.1 win against Bayern Munich.
The home side remains unbeaten in five games at the WWK Arena showing strong local resilience.
St Pauli struggles on the road this season with an average of only 0.5 points per game.
Key defenders Gouweleeuw and Matsima are currently sidelined for the hosts creating some major selection issues.
Visitors are without Andreas Hountondji who has scored four goals in the current league campaign already.
Statistically both teams tend to find the net with BTTS landing in most of their matches.
Attractive football with BTTS landing in 58% of matches
Solid home form remaining unbeaten in the last 5 matches
Strong at drawing fouls with an average of 12.2 per match
Positive momentum after going 3 games without defeat
- Augsburg's Weaknesses
High average of 1.8 goals conceded in home matches
Recent attacking dry spell failing to score in 2 of 5 games
Below average home performance with 1.2 points per game
League Position
17
+ St Pauli's Strengths
Spectacular matches with 53% resulting in both teams scoring
Calm defensive presence receiving only 1.5 cards per match
Resilient character avoiding defeat in their last 2 games
Effective set piece threats winning 3.5 corners per road trip
- St Pauli's Weaknesses
Dismal away record sitting in the bottom 4 for road PPG
Weak attacking output averaging only 0.8 goals per road game
Ineffective finishing with only 2.6 shots on target per match
Match Preview
Manuel Baum has turned the WWK Arena into a bit of a fortress lately. They haven't tasted defeat at home in 5 straight games. Even with major injuries to Matsima and Gouweleeuw, the backline has held firm. It is all about maintaining that gritty identity.
The midfield battle will be interesting without the suspended Jakic available for selection. Still, Fabian Rieder remains a massive threat after netting 3 goals this term. His delivery from set pieces could be the deciding factor. Augsburg knows that a win here is vital.
Offensive efficiency has been a bit hit and miss for the hosts this January. They failed to score in 2 of their last 5 matches, which is a worry. However, Phillip Tietz is finding his rhythm and looking sharp. If the supply line stays open.
Alexander Blessin is facing a really tough period as the Boys in Brown sit 17th. They haven't won a game in 5 attempts now. It feels like they are always chasing the game rather than leading it. The recent draw was somewhat lucky.
Away from home, the stats are even more concerning for the Hamburg based side. They average only 0.5 points per match on their travels. With only 0.8 goals scored per road game, the attack is far too quiet. They need more from Martijn Kaars.
Injuries to Metcalfe and Nemeth have really thinned out the squad depth for Blessin. New signing Rasmussen might start to provide some much needed stability. Still, it is hard to see them surviving without more goals. Checking the latest Bundesliga Stats shows this.
FC Augsburg has officially extended the contract of captain Jeffrey Gouweleeuw until 2027, marking his twelfth season with the club. Although currently sidelined by a knee injury, the veteran defender remains a vital leader for the Fuggerstädter. Gouweleeuw is now poised to become the club's all-time Bundesliga appearance record holder, while also discussing a potential long-term transition into a management role after his playing days.
R. Fellhauer, H. Massengo, E. Rexhbeçaj, D. Giannoulis F. Rieder, A. Claude-Maurice
FW
A. Kade
OUT
J. Gouweleeuw(OUT),
C. Matsima(OUT),
K. Jakić(QUES),
K. Schlotterbeck(OUT)
St. Pauli (3-4-2-1)
Alexander Blessin
GK
N. Vasilj
DF
T. Ando, H. Wahl, K. Mets
MF
A. Pyrka, J. Sands, E. Smith, L. Oppie J. C. Fujita, M. P. Lage
FW
M. Kaars
OUT
D. Nemeth(OUT),
C. Metcalfe(OUT),
A. Hountondji(OUT),
S. Spari(OUT)
Referee
Sascha Stegemann
Prediction
Augsburg to Win @2.02
Augsburg is riding a wave of confidence after securing a massive 2.1 victory against Bayern Munich recently. They have managed to maintain an unbeaten streak in their last 5 matches at the WWK Arena. With a home PPG of 1.2 and a goal scoring average of 1.2, they look solid enough to dispatch a struggling visitor. The crowd will play a huge role here today.
St Pauli is in deep trouble sitting in 17th place with an away PPG of 0.5 only. They have failed to win in their last 5 league fixtures and average just 0.8 goals per road trip. Missing key forward Hountondji who has 4 goals is a massive blow for them. Augsburg should take advantage of these clear defensive gaps and lack of attacking threat.
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FAQ – Augsburg vs St Pauli Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between Augsburg and St Pauli?
Augsburg is the favorite in this match due to their strong home form and recent 2.1 victory against Bayern Munich.
Where can I watch the Augsburg vs St Pauli live?
The Augsburg vs St Pauli (Bundesliga) match will be broadcast live on ESPN and Sky Sports Bundesliga 3.
What time does Augsburg vs St Pauli kick off?
Kick-off is scheduled for 14:30(GMT) on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Are there any major injuries for Augsburg?
Yes, Augsburg will be without key defenders Matsima and Gouweleeuw as well as midfielder Jakic for this fixture.
How has St Pauli performed in away matches this season?
St Pauli has struggled on the road, averaging only 0.5 points per match and scoring just 0.8 goals per game.
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