Our prediction for this Bundesliga 2 match:
Following a couple of good tests in preseason, Karlsruher will be aiming to kick off 2023 when they take on Paderborn on Matchday 18. Christian Eichner’s troops collected only one point in total from the last five league fixtures, but Friday’s game could be the turning point for the home side. Keep in mind, though, that defender Marcel Franke is banned for the match.
Meanwhile, the visitors aim to put an end to their four-match losing run, and given their attacking potential, we believe that there is a big value in betting on both teams to score. Forward Pieringer misses out through suspension, but there are no fresh injury worries in the away team. You should bear in mind that 19 goals in total have been netted in the previous four meetings between the two sides in the 2. Bundesliga.