Freiburg vs Kaiserslautern preview

Team News

 Freiburg

Manager Streich could field a 4-4-1-1 again, with Jan Rosenthal starting behind Sebastian Freis, although he has several other options up front.
Plenty of defensive injuries will force Freiburg to field an inexperienced back line once again.

 Kaiserslautern

Krassimir Balakov will make his debut as Kaiserslautern manager.
Tobias Sippel could replace Kevin Trapp in goal.

Jan Simunek is injured, meaning Rodnei and Mathias Abel could start at centre-back again.
Ariel Borysiuk and Christian Tiffert could start in defensive midfield, allowing Oliver Kirch to start on the right wing.

With Dorge Kouemaha and Sandro Wagner injured, Andrew Wooten could get his chance to start up front.