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Augsburg and Freiburg cancel each other out in goalless stalemate

Augsburg and Freiburg battled to a goalless draw in a match of missed opportunities and strong defensive displays, with Augsburg twice hitting the woodwork and Freiburg frustrated by record-breaking Finn Dahmen.

Augsburg 0-0 Freiburg

Both teams entered this Bundesliga clash with contrasting objectives but similar form. The hosts were looking to extend their impressive seven-game unbeaten run and potentially ignite European ambitions, while the visitors aimed to maintain their push for UEFA Champions League qualification. The two sides had enjoyed convincing victories last time out, with Augsburg thrashing Borussia Mönchengladbach 3-0 away and Freiburg dispatching Werder Bremen 5-0 at home.

Alexis Claude-Maurice of Augsburg battles for possession with Maximilian Eggestein of Freiburg in a tightly contested midfield duel (IMAGO/Eibner-Pressefoto/Jenni Maul)

The match began with both teams feeling each other out, as neither side wanted to concede early. Augsburg gradually grew into the game, creating the first significant chance in the 13th minute when Phillip Tietz forced a save from Noah Atubolu with a well-struck free-kick. The hosts continued to press and came agonisingly close to breaking the deadlock midway through the half. Frank Onyeka unleashed a powerful shot from the edge of the area that beat Atubolu but crashed against the crossbar, leaving the Augsburg faithful with their heads in their hands.

Noah Atubolu rises high to claim a cross, showcasing his commanding presence in the Freiburg goal (Alexander Hassenstein)

The second half saw Freiburg come out with renewed vigour, but Finn Dahmen was equal to his first test of the day as he kept out Merlin Röhl's low drive to preserved his clean sheet. This stop was particularly significant as it helped Dahmen set a new club record of 399 minutes without conceding, surpassing the previous mark held by Marwin Hitz.

Merlin Röhl of Freiburg attempts to evade the challenge of Jeffrey Gouweleeuw, highlighting the intense midfield battle (Alexander Hassenstein)

As the match entered its final stages, both sides pushed for a winning goal. Dahmen made himself big to keep out Jan-Niklas Beste when the substitute was one-on-one with the the goalkeeper, while Augsburg thought they had snatched victory at the death. Steve Mounié, who had come on as a substitute in the 74th minute, struck a shot towards goal in the third minute of stoppage time, but fortune favoured Freiburg this time as the ball cannoned off the post, ensuring the match ended in a stalemate. The result extended both teams' unbeaten runs but ultimately left them frustrated at the missed opportunity to gain ground in their respective league ambitions.

Player of the Match: Finn Dahmen

In a match dominated by defensive solidity, Finn Dahmen stood out with his record-breaking performance. The Augsburg goalkeeper not only kept a clean sheet but also made crucial saves, most notably denying Beste. His composure and positioning were instrumental in preserving the draw for his team, and his new club record of 433 minutes without conceding underlines his importance to Augsburg's recent good form. Dahmen's stellar display was a key factor in Augsburg's ability to neutralize Freiburg's attacking threats and earn a valuable point.

Bundesliga Match FactsxGoals: Augsburg 1.22 - Freiburg 0.79Fastest player: Dimitrios Giannoulis (Augsburg), 33.86 km/hMost pressed player: Merlin Röhl (Freiburg), 19 times under pressurePass efficiency: Marius Wolf (Augsburg), +3.54

Fantasy Heroes: Dimitrios Giannoulis (Augsburg, 258 Points), Chrislain Matsima (Augsburg, 194 Points), Jeffrey Gouweleeuw (Augsburg, 167 Points)

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