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Young talent for Freiburg: Schuster relies on young talents in the cup game!
On August 16, 2025, SC Freiburg under coach Julian Schuster will face Lotte in the DFB Cup. New player additions and squad changes are the focus.
Young talent for Freiburg: Schuster relies on young talents in the cup game!
An exciting duel will take place in the DFB Cup on August 16, 2025: SC Freiburg meets regional league team Lotte. This game is particularly important for Julian Schuster, who is in his second season as coach of the Freiburg team. The game follows a special phase for SC Freiburg, which is currently active in three competitions. After last season, in which Schuster led an experienced squad, this season a clear course was set for rejuvenation.
In order to master the coming challenge, SC Freiburg has brought some new faces into the team. These are Yuito Suzuki from Bröndby, Cyriaque Irie from Troyes and Igor Matanovic, who previously played for Frankfurt. These obligations have debited the club's account with a total of 25.2 million euros. At the same time, the Breisgauers have to compensate for the departures of Ritsu Doan, who moved to Frankfurt, and Kiliann Sildillia, who joined PSV Eindhoven.
The form barometer of the opponents
For Lotte, Saturday's opponent, the results so far look mixed. In the current season, the team has two wins, one draw and one defeat in three games and also has a state cup game behind them. This performance promises an exciting competition, because even if Freiburg goes into the game as favorites, Lotte could definitely cause a surprise.
The game will take place at 1:45 p.m., making it a perfect start to the football weekend for fans in the region. The DFB Cup has often caused surprises, so the Freiburg team will be warned not to rest on their supposed advantage.
A look at the new season
Initially, the Freiburg team will start the new league year well prepared, the Bundesliga finally starts in a week with the big opening game between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig on August 22nd, 2025. But the anticipation for Bundesliga 2, which opens its doors on August 1st, 2025, should not be underestimated. Regular seasons end on May 16, 2026 for the Bundesliga and on May 17, 2026 for the second division.
The Freiburg eleven will not only have to prove themselves in the upcoming season, but also aim for a place in the top third of the table. With the new additions, the team has an exciting mix of experience and youth that promises particular dynamism and a breath of fresh air. Whether Julian Schuster has found the right mix will become clear in the DFB Cup.
So the duel against Lotte is more than just a competitive game; it is also a sign for the future of SC Freiburg. It remains to be seen how the club will continue to grow under Schuster, but one thing is certain: the fans are excited and hope for a successful season that starts with a strong appearance in the cup.
For further information about the upcoming games and the current schedule, we recommend taking a look at the official sites such as Betting base and Bundesliga.com.