Karlsruher vs Fortuna Dusseldorf Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 Jan 2025
Over 2.5 Goals is Our Best Bet
There’s a strong chance that we’ll see at least three goals scored when Karlsruher clash with Fortuna Dusseldorf. As a result, we’ll go for Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market and the odds of -161 look really attractive.
Last Clash Between Teams Finished Goalless
Karlsruher SC were beaten in their last game. On their travels, they suffered a 2-1 loss against Nurnberg at Max-Morlock-Stadion. KSC had just 30% possession and recorded four shots on target, while Fabian Schleusener scored the goal.
Fortuna Dusseldorf drew 2-2 in their previous game. This was at home at Merkur Spiel-Arena against Darmstadt. Daniel Thioune's side were 47% in the possession stakes and recorded seven shots on goal, while Myron van Brederode and Giovanni Haag found the net.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Fortuna are unbeaten in the past nine matches against Karlsruher, with the last encounter ending in a 0-0 draw at Merkur Spiel-Arena. The previous 9 H2H games have featured six Fortuna victories and three draws.
2. Bundesliga | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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5 | ![]() |
2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3:2 | 4 |
18 | ![]() |
2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 7 | -6 | 1:7 | 0 |
4 wins, 5 losses and 1 draw, averaging 1.6 goals from 3.8 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts. Karlsruher have had 46.8% possession and 5.5 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.9 goals from 6.5 shots on goal and 14.0 attempts, while being awarded 5.6 corners.
Budu Zivzivadze leads the way with 6 goals, Fabian Schleusener has 4, with Marvin Wanitzek and Marcel Franke scoring 2. Leading assistor is Marvin Wanitzek with 6.
Fortuna Dusseldorf – Last 10 League GamesFortuna have 2 victories, 4 defeats and 4 draws, averaging 5.1 shots on goal, 13.8 attempts and 1.9 goals. The Flingeraner average 51.6% possession, 6.5 corners taken and 4.9 corners against them, while 1.8 goals have been conceded from 11.8 attempts and 5.9 shots on goal.
Isak Bergmann Johannesson has scored 5, followed by Dawid Kownacki on 4 and Myron van Brederode with 2. Isak Bergmann Johannesson has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 3.
Confirmed Lineups
Karlsruher confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Max Weiss (GK), Sebastian Jung, Marcel Franke, Marcel Beifus, David Herold, Dzenis Burnic, Robin Heusser, Leon Jensen, Marvin Wanitzek, Mikkel Kaufmann, Fabian Schleusener.
Fortuna Dusseldorf confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Florian Kastenmeier (GK), Tim Oberdorf, Andre Hoffmann, Jamil Siebert, Tim Rossmann, Giovanni Haag, Isak Bergmann Johannesson, Valgeir Lunddal Fridriksson, Moritz-Broni Kwarteng, Myron van Brederode, Dawid Kownacki.
Karlsruher vs Fortuna Dusseldorf Prediction & Betting Tips
We’re expecting goals to be scored during this 2. Bundesliga game and there is a good way of landing value. You can secure odds of -161 that Over 2.5 Goals are netted and that price stands out.
The football experts at Sportsgambler.com are aware of injuries that could affect the outcome along with the form guide. We also leave no stone unturned when it comes to presenting the latest stats.
Key Karlsruher vs Fortuna Dusseldorf league stats:
Over 2.5 Probability
When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 61.7% chance of winning. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be 65-70%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
We would recommend considering a Bet Builder if you’re looking for a bigger-priced alternative. Go for Over 2.5 Goals with other selections, with a handsome pay out on the cards.

Correct Score Prediction
You can secure odds of +750 that Fortuna are able to land a 2-1 victory. Correct score betting can provide plenty of fun and it’s a way of landing bigger odds.
Karlsruher vs Fortuna Dusseldorf Odds
The bookies have Karlsruher SC at +140 in the Full-Time Result market, implying the market leaders are 42% likely to win this 2. Bundesliga match according to the latest betting odds. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Fortuna Dusseldorf are trading at +160.
For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.
If you fancy Karlsruher SC but want money back if this 2. Bundesliga match is a draw, then you can get -119. You can bet on Fortuna Dusseldorf at -102 on the Draw No Bet market.







- 2. Bundesliga: 10/08 2024 Fortuna 0 Karlsruher 0
- 2. Bundesliga: 17/02 2024 Karlsruher 2 Fortuna 2
- 2. Bundesliga: 01/09 2023 Fortuna 3 Karlsruher 1
- 2. Bundesliga: 30/04 2023 Fortuna 3 Karlsruher 2
- 2. Bundesliga: 23/10 2022 Karlsruher 0 Fortuna 2
- 2. Bundesliga: 03/04 2022 Karlsruher 2 Fortuna 2
- 2. Bundesliga: 23/10 2021 Fortuna 3 Karlsruher 1
- 2. Bundesliga: 03/05 2021 Fortuna 3 Karlsruher 2
- 2. Bundesliga: 13/12 2020 Karlsruher 1 Fortuna 2


- 4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.20 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 5.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.50 corners awarded and 4.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 5.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 11.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.40 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 46.80% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 51.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.50% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Karlsruher this season are Budu Zivzivadze (12), Fabian Schleusener (6), Marvin Wanitzek (6)
- Top Assistors for Karlsruher this season are Marvin Wanitzek (10), Budu Zivzivadze (4), Fabian Schleusener (3)
Karlsruher vs Fortuna Dusseldorf Lineups & Team News
If you’re looking for Karlsruher vs Fortuna team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.
If you’re looking for the latest player information, check out the 2. Bundesliga squads.
Karlsruher Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Fortuna Dusseldorf Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Karlsruher Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Fortuna Dusseldorf Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Karlsruher Substitutes
- 17Nicolai Rapp
- 19Louey Ben Farhat
- 22Christoph Kobald
- 25Lilian Egloff
- 30Robin Himmelmann
- 31Bambase Conte
- 32Robin Bormuth
- 35Robert Geller
- 36Rafael Pinto Pedrosa
Fortuna Dusseldorf Substitutes
- 5Joshua Quarshie
- 7Dzenan Pejcinovic
- 9Vincent Vermeij
- 18Jona Niemiec
- 22Danny Schmidt
- 23Shinta Appelkamp
- 25Matthias Zimmermann
- 26Florian Schock
Previous Karlsruher Lineups
Previous Fortuna Dusseldorf Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | A. Bielefeld | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 7:1 | 6 |
2 | Darmstadt | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 6 |
3 | Hannover 96 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3:0 | 6 |
4 | Braunschweig | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 4:2 | 6 |
5 | Karlsruher | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
6 | Paderborn | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3:2 | 4 |
7 | Greuther Furth | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5:5 | 3 |
8 | Magdeburg | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
9 | Schalke 04 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2:2 | 3 |
10 | Kaiserslautern | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:1 | 3 |
11 | Bochum | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3:4 | 3 |
12 | Elversberg | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 3 |
13 | Preussen Munster | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3:4 | 1 |
14 | Hertha BSC | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1:2 | 1 |
15 | D. Dresden | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | 0 |
16 | Nurnberg | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0:2 | 0 |
17 | Holstein Kiel | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:4 | 0 |
18 | F. Dusseldorf | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1:7 | 0 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | A. Bielefeld | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5:1 | 3 |
2 | Darmstadt | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 4:1 | 3 |
3 | Bochum | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:0 | 3 |
4 | Braunschweig | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:2 | 3 |
5 | Karlsruher | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:2 | 3 |
6 | Greuther Furth | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3:2 | 3 |
7 | Paderborn | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
8 | Schalke 04 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2:1 | 3 |
9 | Hannover 96 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
10 | Kaiserslautern | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
11 | Elversberg | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1:0 | 3 |
12 | Preussen Munster | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1:1 | 1 |
13 | Hertha BSC | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0:0 | 1 |
14 | D. Dresden | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1:2 | 0 |
15 | Magdeburg | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
16 | Nurnberg | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:1 | 0 |
17 | Holstein Kiel | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |
18 | F. Dusseldorf | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0:2 | 0 |

















