- Spread: SpVgg Greuther Fürth (-1.5)<1¢
- Spread: SpVgg Greuther Fürth (-2.5)<1¢
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FC Energie Cottbus enter this 2. Bundesliga fixture with promotion momentum from the 3. Liga but face a significant blow from the long-term absence of leading striker Erik Engelhardt, which weakens their attacking output at home. SpVgg Greuther Fürth, with greater experience in the division and typically stronger squad depth, benefit from this development as the visitors. Early-season form remains limited after just a handful of matches, though Cottbus secured a 3-1 home win in their opener while Fürth look to address past defensive vulnerabilities. Home advantage, travel factors, and potential lineup adjustments from both sides will shape the closely contested matchup in the coming weeks.