German football fans are preparing for another exciting season. The Bundesliga is set to return on 23 August 2024 and run until 17 May 2025. You can catch every action and bet on all the fixtures at NordicBet. We've discussed everything you need about Bundesliga betting and key 2024/25 season details.
Recap of the 2023/24 Bundesliga Season
The 2023/24 Bundesliga left fans with plenty to talk about. Bayer Leverkusen shocked the football world by clinching their first-ever Bundesliga title, ending Bayern's 11-year reign. Surprisingly, Bayern Munich finished the season in third place.
VfB Stuttgart was another surprise package of the season. The club finished second in the table to secure a Champions League spot. RB Leipzig completed the top four, finishing just ahead of Borussia Dortmund.
The battle for survival was also an interesting one. Koln and Darmstadt were directly relegated after finishing 17th and 18th in that table. Bochum survived the relegation playoff and will play in the Bundesliga for the 2024/25 season.
The Most Interesting Bundesliga Results
Several interesting results have come out of the Bundesliga over the years. Check out some below:
- 2021/22: Bayern Munich won the Bundesliga for the tenth straight season in the 2021/22 season.
- 2023/24: Bayer Leverkusen won their first Bundesliga title in the 2023/24 season. They finished the season without losing a single game.
- VfB Stuttgart 3-1 Bayern Munich (May 4, 2024): Stuttgart defeated Bayern 3-1 in one of the season's biggest upsets.
How to Bet on the Bundesliga
You can easily stake on the odds for the Bundesliga at NordicBet, as our sportsbook has a friendly interface. Also, we provide all the top markets to bet on football throughout the 2024/25 Bundesliga season. Some of them include:
- Outright Winner
- Golden Boot Winner
- Both Teams to Score
- Handicap
- First to Score
- Matchday 1: 23 to 25 August 2024
- Matchday 34: 17 May 2025
- Relegation Playoffs (First Leg): 22 and 23 May 2025
- Relegation Playoffs (Second Leg): 26 and 27 May 2025
You can bet on which club will win the 2024/25 Bundesliga title. NordicBet provides the Bundesliga winner odds favourites to help you make the best pick.
This option lets you predict which player will score the most goals during the season.
As the name implies, this bet option allows you to predict that the two teams in the match will score at least one goal.
You can use this option to level the playing field when one team is favoured. The underdog gets a virtual head start, making the bet more interesting.
Here, you're betting on which team will first score a goal during the game.
Betting Tips on Bundesliga
Some important sports betting tips can help improve your chances when betting on the Bundesliga. Some of them include:
Do Your Research
Ensure you do proper research on a team and its playstyle to know which bets are most suitable. Some teams, like Bayern Munich, often score multiple goals in a game, so you can consider backing them with an 'Over' market.
Home Advantage Matters
Check how a team performs when playing at home or away. Many Bundesliga teams perform significantly better at home, with fans cheering them on. Consider this when placing match result bets or using the 'Double Chance' market.
Don't Ignore the Underdogs
While the top teams often dominate, Bundesliga underdogs can spring surprises. Occasional bets on underdogs, especially in the 'Draw No Bet' market, can pay off. But it would help if you also considered many factors, like the opposition, before going with such Bundesliga betting markets.
Player Props Can Be Profitable
Look into other player-specific bets, such as 'Anytime Goalscorer,' 'Assists,' and 'Golden Boot Winner.' Knowledge of player form and matchups is key for these Bundesliga bets.
Mind the European Effect
Teams playing in the Champions League or Europa League might rotate squads for Bundesliga games. This can impact various markets, from match results to goal totals. So, ensure you check the club's schedule before deciding on suitable bets.
2024/25 Bundesliga Season Important Dates
The Bundesliga kicks off on Friday, 23 August 2024. Players get a winter break starting 23 December, after the 15th round of matches. They'll be back on the field on 10 January 2025. The season wraps up with the final matchday on Saturday, 17 May 2025. Here are some important dates for the season:
You can bet on the fixtures for all 34 matchdays at NordicBet. If you wish to combine your prediction with other competition options, we provide Serie A betting markets and other top leagues.
Promoted Teams for the Bundesliga 2024/25 Season
Teams that finish first and second in the Bundesliga 2 earn direct promotions to the top division. Then, a playoff determines if a third team will be promoted. The playoff features the 16th team in the top-flight league and the third team in the Bundesliga 2.
St. Pauli and Holstein Kiel will play in the Bundesliga for the 2024/25 season after finishing first and second. First-division team Bochum beat league-two side Fortuna Düsseldorf in the relegation/promotion playoff. This means that only two new teams will join the Bundesliga for the 2024/25 season.
Why Bet on the Bundesliga at NordicBet?
NordicBet offers fair and competitive Bundesliga odds. You can bet on your favourite markets for all the fixtures. We've got you covered if you also wish to wager on other leagues. You'll find La Liga betting markets and many top competitions on our site.
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