DFB Pokal

Energie Cottbus

22 Aug 2026 12:00

FC Augsburg

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FC Augsburg to win 1.57

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Energie Cottbus vs FC Augsburg Predictions, Picks & Odds – 22/08/2026

DFB Pokal · 1st Round

Our prediction

2: FC Augsburg to win

1.57 on Betfred · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 23 Sep 2026 at 11:43 · Odds are subject to change

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Energie Cottbus head into this DFB Pokal first-round tie at the Stadion der Freundschaft in desperate need of a morale boost. A 0-3 home defeat to Arminia Bielefeld on 16 August exposed defensive frailties that will concern the coaching staff. Squad disruption compounds matters: transfers and a trio of key injuries have forced a significant reshuffle. Cottbus boast a strong home record in league action, yet cup football tells a different story, with just one win from their last eight Pokal outings.

FC Augsburg arrive with Bundesliga pedigree and a summer of significant squad investment. Michael Gregoritsch remains the focal point in attack, now joined by new signing Rodrigo Ribeiro, whose pace should trouble the hosts. Pre-season results have been mixed: a 15-0 demolition of Schwaz and a 3-2 victory over Sassuolo were followed by a chastening 4-0 loss to Leeds United. Their away form across last season was patchy, with 12 defeats in 20 trips, yet Augsburg's quality should still prove decisive against lower-league opposition.

FC Augsburg's recent form tells a compelling story: four wins and a draw from their last five outings across all competitions. That run includes a 3-2 victory over Sassuolo and a dominant 15-0 thrashing of Schwaz in pre-season. Cottbus, by contrast, were humbled 0-3 by Arminia Bielefeld on 16 August, exposing defensive frailties that Augsburg's attacking options will look to exploit.

The away win at 1.57 represents the standout selection here. Augsburg's Bundesliga pedigree and superior squad depth, bolstered by Michael Gregoritsch and summer arrival Rodrigo Ribeiro, should prove decisive against a Cottbus side weakened by transfers and three significant injuries. The hosts have failed to win 88% of their last eight cup matches, a damning record.

Cottbus do boast a strong home record in league football, yet cup ties follow different rules. Augsburg's 12 defeats in 20 away fixtures raise a cautionary flag, though their possession dominance and attacking firepower should still carry the day. Over 2.5 goals at 1.43 also merits attention given both sides' defensive vulnerabilities in recent weeks.

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Trends to Know about Energie Cottbus vs FC Augsburg

• Augsburg average 68% possession per match
• Cottbus winless in recent cup history
• Augsburg's attack features proven Bundesliga scorers

A 4-2-3-1 against a 3-4-2-1 shapes up as the tactical contest here, though Cottbus's XI carries less certainty than Augsburg's, with the home side's arrangement drawn from a single speculative source rather than confirmed reports. That asymmetry is worth bearing in mind when reading the widget above.

Augsburg arrive as the clear Bundesliga pedigree side, and Michael Gregoritsch leading the line behind two attacking midfielders gives them genuine threat in transition. Cottbus will look to their compact double pivot to absorb pressure and rely on the pace of Lucas Copado on the break.

How to Watch Energie Cottbus vs FC Augsburg Match?

What time is Energie Cottbus vs FC Augsburg?

Kickoff at the Stadion der Freundschaft is set for 22 August 2026 at 12:00 BST.

Where is Energie Cottbus vs FC Augsburg being played?

This fixture takes place at the Stadion der Freundschaft in Cottbus, Germany.

How Can I Watch Energie Cottbus vs FC Augsburg on TV and Live Stream?

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