Both teams largely harmless after the break
In the second half, Freiburg withdrew for long stretches, Augsburg hardly used the superiority to score chances – with two exceptions: A header from Gregoritsch in the 78th minute went just wide of the goal as well as an attempt by substitute Alfred Finnbogason, who was free appeared in front of Freiburg goalkeeper Mark Flekken (90 + 1). So it was enough for Freiburg’s away win.
Augsburg had to do without head coach Markus Weinzierl due to a corona infection. Assistant coach Jonas Scheuermann took over his duties. Assistant coach Reiner Maurer followed the game mainly from the bench. According to their own statements, the temporary bosses were not in permanent radio contact with Weinzierl. “One who sits a little higher has the plug in his ear”, Maurer explained how to communicate with Weinzierl before the game started.
Freiburg against Hertha, Augsburg receives Dortmund
SC Freiburg meets Hertha BSC on Saturday (February 26, 2022, 3:30 p.m.). Augsburg plays at home again on Sunday, then against Borussia Dortmund (5.30 p.m.).