REF’s picks

1. FC Nuremberg enter this match in strong promotion form and boast superior quality across the pitch, making them a solid selection with a half-goal cushion to absorb any away-day quirks.

1. 1Nuremberg sit comfortably near the top of the table with consistent attacking displays.
2. 2Cottbus are missing key personnel through injuries to Erik Engelhardt and Julian Guttau.
3. 3Nuremberg's away form can occasionally stall into draws, requiring caution against a desperate host.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.