Bochum vs Mainz 05 27.10.2023 Prediction: Bundesliga

Match Overview

Bochum take on Mainz at the Vonovia Ruhrstadion in the German Bundesliga on 27 October. There is very little to separate these two teams given that they are both languishing near the bottom of the table with just six cumulative points between them, but it will be quite a challenge to determine the winner given how strong they are in defence.

Key Highlights 

It has to be noted that Bochum are ranked 18th in goals scored per match (0.8 goals) this season. This will make them quite glum even though they are playing in familiar conditions. They will also be disappointed given that they haven't won a match in 12 attempts. Mainz 05, for their part, have won the previous 2 matches against VfL Bochum.

Injury Report

Bochum have a long list of injured players in their ranks which includes the likes of Patrick Osterhage, Mohammad Taha and Michael Esser among others. For Mainz, Phillip Mwene and Jonathan Burkardt are among some of the players missing in action.

Prediction

Mainz will feel confident owing to the fact that they are ranked 16 in goals scored per match (0.9 goals). However, there is always the opportunity for them to do better, and we can expect them to increase their precision in front of goal as time progresses. At the same time, they haven't won a match in 5 attempts. We expect BTTS (both teams to score) in this game.