SC Freiburg overturned an early deficit to win 2-1 against FC Augsburg.

The Bundesliga clash took place on 31 October 2026 at the WWK Arena in Augsburg. Both sides entered the match looking to secure three points, and the atmosphere was charged as the home crowd awaited the kickoff.

How it unfolded

The first breakthrough arrived in the 18th minute when Michael Gregoritsch put Augsburg ahead. Gregoritsch received a cross from Arijon Ibrahimovic and unleashed a left-footed shot from the centre of the box that curled into the top left corner, giving the hosts a 1-0 lead.

The balance shifted after the half-hour mark when Maximilian Eggestein of Freiburg was booked in the 52nd minute for a bad foul, signalling Freiburg’s growing intent.

Freiburg responded in the 65th minute. Igor Matanovic found space in the centre of the box and fired a right-footed shot to the bottom left corner. The move was set up by Yannick Engelhardt, whose precise pass unlocked the defence and restored parity at 1-1.

Later, Matthias Ginter received a yellow card in the 83rd minute for a bad foul, as the match entered its closing stages.

Two minutes later, in the 85th minute, Freiburg took the lead. Cyriaque Irié rose to meet a cross from Vincenzo Grifo and headed the ball from the right side of the six-yard box into the top right corner, making it 2-1.

The final whistle was preceded by a late booking for Vincenzo Grifo in stoppage time (90'+1'), completing the list of cautions for the visitors.

Standout performers

Michael Gregoritsch opened the scoring for Augsburg, demonstrating good timing and finishing with his left foot.

Igor Matanovic’s equaliser was the key moment for Freiburg, combining composure with a well-placed strike after Engelhardt’s assist.

Cyriaque Irié’s late header proved decisive, turning Grifo’s cross into the winning goal.

Match facts

  • Final score: FC Augsburg 1-2 SC Freiburg
  • Scorers: Michael Gregoritsch (18’) – Igor Matanovic (65’) – Cyriaque Irié (85’)
  • Bookings: Maximilian Eggestein (52’), Matthias Ginter (83’), Vincenzo Grifo (90'+1’) – all Freiburg players
  • Venue: WWK Arena, Augsburg

What it means

The victory gives SC Freiburg three points from the encounter, while FC Augsburg return home with a single point after their early lead was overturned.