A Clash of Fortunes: Examining the Form of Eintracht Braunschweig and Schalke 04 in the German Bundesliga 2

Eintracht Braunschweig, a lower-table team in the German Bundesliga 2, has a club value of 19.4 million euros. They have consistently struggled, finishing in the lower positions for three consecutive seasons, including a near-relegation last season. Their playing style is open, but their attack lacks consistency and creativity, while their defence is disorganised. Their performance in the new league season has been poor, with a weak attack resulting in only two home wins in the first eight matches, currently placing them fourth from bottom. Schalke 04, a former traditional Bundesliga team with a club value of 28.3 million euros, has a decent squad. After relegation, their performance has been mediocre, and their playing style tends to be aggressive, with a strong attack but a weak defence. Last season they finished 14th. During the off-season, the club made significant signings, but their league performance hasn't improved. However, they have achieved four consecutive home wins, with excellent performance on both offence and defence, and have won three consecutive league matches, currently leading the league. The two teams' league performances are at opposite extremes, but the betting odds for this match seem unusual, not fitting the usual approach of this league.